What is Marijuana?
Marijuana offers a variety of benefits for the mind and body. The use of marijuana and its cannabinoids, including THC and CBD, show significant potential in providing an array of positive effects. Only in recent years has the medical community begun to study and document its beneficial effects, making this an exciting time as we start to fully understand all the possibilities marijuana can offer.
How Does Marijuana Affect The Body?
Marijuana reacts directly with the body’s endocannabinoid system, which is a group of receptors located in the brain and throughout the central nervous system.
CBD, short for Cannabidiol, is a Cannabinoid that mitigates THC’s psychoactive effects.
CBD has been found to have a number of potential health benefits, including:
- Pain relief
- Anxiety reduction
- Anti-seizure effects
- Neuroprotective effects
- Heart health promotion
- Substance abuse treatment
THC, short for Tetrahydrocannabinol, is a Cannabinoid that is responsible for the psychoactive effects commonly associated with the use of marijuana.
THC has been found to have a number of potential medical benefits, including:
- Pain relief
- Anti-inflammatory
- Appetite stimulation
- Nausea reduction
- Anxiety reduction
- Sleeping aid
Terpene Guide
| Terpene Name | Aroma | Medical Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Bisabolol | Floral, Chamomile | Anti-Inflammatory, Antioxidant |
| Caryophyllene | Woody, Spicy, Cloves, Black Pepper | Anti-Inflammatory, Pain Relief |
| Limonene | Sweet, Citrus | Antifungal, Antibacterial, Mood Elevator |
| Terpinolene | Fruity, Spicy, Woody, Apples, Nutmeg, Cumin | Antifungal, Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Sedative, Anti-Cancer |
| Humulene | Woody, Earthy, Hops | Anti-Inflammatory, Antibacterial, Appetite Suppressant |
| Pinene | Pine, Earthy, Woody, Rosemary | Anti-Inflammatory, Bronchodilator, May Enhance Memory Retention |
| Mycrene | Fruity, Herbaceous, Mangos | Sedative, Muscle Relaxant |
| Linalool | Floral, Lavender | Antianxiety, Sedative |
