Wellness Guide

What to Search For:

• Balanced or Higher CBD:THC Ratio Strains: Chosen for their calming effect, high CBD mitigates THC’s psychoactivity, scientifically shown to ease anxiety without overpowering.
  

• CBD Oils: For those preferring non-inhalation methods, Tinctures high in CBD provide an extended duration of action, suitable for long-lasting stress management.
  

• Incremental Dosing: Begin with the lowest possible dose of THC and carefully increase to find the optimal balance for anxiety relief.

Companion Terpenes:

• Caryophyllene: Unique in its ability to act as a cannabinoid, it directly engages endocannabinoid receptors, offering immediate anxiety relief.
  

• Limonene: This mood-enhancing terpene also functions as an antidepressant by boosting serotonin and dopamine levels, fostering a sense of calm.
  

• Linalool: Known for its sedative properties, linalool aids in cultivating a relaxed mindset, effective in easing anxiety symptoms.
  

• Myrcene: With its sedative effects, myrcene is prevalent in cannabis strains designed for relaxation and stress alleviation.

Featured Strains:

• Northern Lights (Afghani x Thai): Renowned for its deep relaxation effects, thanks to a high myrcene content. This classic indica, a cross between Afghani and Thai strains, is perfect for evening use, gently easing users into a serene state ideal for combating stress.
  

• Ginger Ale (Cinderella 88 x Cafe Girl): A balanced hybrid rich in caryophyllene and limonene, deriving from Cinderella 88 and Cafe Girl. It uplifts mood while providing gentle anxiety relief, making it versatile for various times of the day.
  

• Super Lemon Haze (Lemon Skunk x Super Silver Haze): High in limonene, this sativa-dominant hybrid combines Lemon Skunk and Super Silver Haze, offering an energizing and mood-boosting effect. It's excellent for daytime use, alleviating stress with an uplifting clarity.
  

• Blueberry Diesel (Blueberry x Sour Diesel): A soothing mix of myrcene, pinene, and limonene comes from crossing Blueberry with Sour Diesel. It provides a balanced, calming experience with an alert edge, suitable for managing anxiety throughout the day.
  

• Grandaddy Purple (Purple Urkle x Big Bud): This strain is a potent source of myrcene and linalool, thanks to its lineage from Purple Urkle and Big Bud. Ideal for evening relaxation, it deeply soothes both mind and body, effectively reducing stress and anxiety.

Refers to not feeling hungry or lacking the desire to eat.

What to Search For:

• High THC Strains: Recognized for invigorating the appetite, ideal for individuals facing eating disorders or undergoing chemotherapy. THC's interaction with the hunger hormone, ghrelin, in the brain's hunger control region, is pivotal for stimulating hunger sensations.
  

• CBG-Enriched Varieties: Though present in smaller quantities and non-psychoactive, CBG plays a significant role in appetite stimulation, supporting THC's effects and offering a complementary pathway to enhanced eating.

Companion Terpenes:

• Terpinolene: boost energy levels, causes cerebral stimulation. May create heightened energy that can lead to productivity & focus.
  

• Caryophyllene: Believed to modulate metabolism and energy by acting on CB2 receptors, serving as an appetite regulator when in conjunction with CBD.
  

• Limonene: Known for its mood-lifting properties, its role in dopamine and serotonin release may underpin its appetite-boosting effects.
  

• Pinene: Often used as aromatherapy due to earthy, woodsy, stimulating smell - contributing to appetite enhancement and overall well-being.

Terpenes to Consider with Caution:

• Humulene: Distinguished by its appetite-suppressing qualities, it stands apart from its counterparts in the appetite enhancement context.

Featured Strains:

• Pineapple Kush (Pineapple x Master Kush): Pineapple Kush is rich in caryophyllene and myrcene, enhancing its relaxing effects. It's known for stimulating appetite, making it perfect for those looking to increase food intake while enjoying a tropical flavor profile.
  

• Girl Scout Cookies (OG Kush x Durban Poison): This popular strain, a blend of OG Kush and Durban Poison, is high in caryophyllene and limonene, providing euphoria and relaxation. It effectively stimulates appetite, making it ideal for those facing appetite loss.
  

• Candyland (Granddaddy Purple x Platinum Cookies): Candyland is rich in terpinolene and caryophyllene. It offers uplifting effects that can enhance mood and stimulate appetite, perfect for daytime use when you need a mood boost along with hunger stimulation.
  

• Haze Berry (Blueberry x Shining Silver Haze): Haze Berry is high in myrcene and pinene. It's known for boosting energy and appetite, making it an excellent choice for those seeking to enhance their eating experience while staying alert.

A feeling of constant exhaustion, burnout, or lack of energy. Can be physical, mental, or a combination of both.

What to Search For:

• Balanced CBD/THC Strains: Strains with a balanced CBD to THC ratio are carefully chosen for their ability to provide a gentle lift, ensuring an energetic yet clear-headed experience. It's crucial to note that while THC can offer energizing effects, too much THC has the potential to produce the opposite effect, leading to sleepiness.
  

• Inhalation Method Preference: The preference for flower form, especially when inhaled via a joint, stems from its rapid delivery and potent effect in combating fatigue. This method is observed to be more effective in providing an immediate energy boost compared to other methods like vaporizing or edibles.

Companion Terpenes:

• Caryophyllene: Enhances energy in conjunction with CBD, providing a balanced energy lift without the anxiety or potential drowsiness associated with high THC.
  

• Terpinolene: Boosts energy levels and causes cerebral stimulation, leading to focus without the overstimulation risk posed by high THC concentrations.
  

• Pinene: Known for its alertness-improving and fatigue-resisting aroma, it helps maintain energy without the risk of THC-induced lethargy.
  

• Limonene: Relieves stress and boosts energy, ensuring an uplifted mood that combats fatigue, balanced to prevent the sleep-inducing effect of too much THC.

Featured Strains:

• Durban Poison (Unknown Lineage): A pure sativa strain, Durban Poison is naturally high in terpinolene and myrcene, promoting an energetic uplift ideal for combating fatigue. Its pure lineage provides a clear, focused energy boost, making it perfect for staying active and alert throughout the day.
  

• Jack Herer (Haze x [Northern Lights #5 x Shiva Skunk]): This iconic strain is rich in pinene and terpinolene. It delivers a balanced cerebral and physical energy, enhancing alertness and combating fatigue, making it suitable for creative and productive days.
  

• Mimosa ( (Clementine x Purple Punch): Mimosa leads with limonene and beta-caryophyllene, and is celebrated for its uplifting effects and ability to relieve stress.
  

• Super Lemon Haze (Lemon Skunk x Super Silver Haze): A mix of Lemon Skunk and Super Silver Haze, this strain is high in limonene, known for mood elevation and stress relief.
  

• Sour Diesel (Chemdawg x Super Skunk): Sour Diesel is rich in caryophyllene and pinene. It offers a fast-acting, invigorating experience that enhances mood and increases energy, making it a go-to strain for overcoming fatigue and staying active.
  

• Strawberry Cough (Strawberry Fields x Haze): Strawberry Cough is enriched with myrcene and pinene, known for its uplifting effects. It reduces anxiety while boosting energy, helping to make daily activities more enjoyable and less tiresome.

Inflammation is the immune system's protective response to infection or damage, which can vary in manifestation and scope, from localized (like joint pain) to generalized (like autoimmune disorders).

What to Search For:

• THC, Cannabidiol (CBD), and Cannabigerol (CBG): These cannabinoids are spotlighted for their anti-inflammatory capabilities, offering a foundation for cannabis's therapeutic use in inflammation management.
  

• Targeted Terps: Certain terpenes are specifically effective in pain relief, working alongside cannabinoids to reduce inflammation and block pain perception. Search products high in Pinene, Linalool, and Caryophyllene.

Companion Terpenes:

• Linalool: Beyond its anti-anxiety effects, linalool is recognized for alleviating inflammatory pain, making it a dual-purpose terpene in cannabis therapy.
  

• Myrcene: As the most prevalent terpene in cannabis, myrcene boasts antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, highlighting its broad therapeutic potential.
  

• Alpha-Pinene: Known for its anti-inflammatory efficacy, contributing to the holistic approach to inflammation treatment.
  

• Limonene: Stimulates the immune system and combats physiological stress, which can lead to chronic inflammation, with noted benefits for gastrointestinal issues stemming from inflammation.
  

• Caryophyllene: Unique in its ability to directly activate ECS cell receptors, especially CB2 receptors, caryophyllene reduces inflammation and may decrease the risk of several serious health conditions.

Featured Strains:

• Harlequin (Colombian Gold x Nepali Indica x Thai x Swiss Landrace): Harlequin is celebrated for its high CBD to THC ratio, providing effective inflammation relief with clear-headed effects, perfect for daytime use.
  

• ACDC (Cannatonic x unknown Ruderalis): With a CBD to THC ratio that minimizes psychoactivity, it's ideal for users seeking less intoxicating relief from inflammation.
  

• Charlotte’s Web (Hemp x unknown strain): A world-renowned high-CBD strain with less THC content, that was developed specifically for its therapeutic benefits without the associated “high” effects.
  

• Strawberry Sherbet (Strawberry Daiquiri x Rainbow Sherbet): This strain offers a balanced THC:CBD ratio, enhanced by a terpene profile abundant in myrcene and limonene. It's effective in alleviating inflammation while addressing stress and is suitable for those looking for balanced effects.
  

• Jack Frost (Jack Herer x White Widow x Northern Lights #5): Jack Frost is rich in caryophyllene and alpha-pinene, and is known for its anti-inflammatory capabilities and soothing effects: making it a great choice for easing physical and mental tension.
  

Physical suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury. It can be acute, requiring treatment for a few days, or chronic - requiring daily monitoring.

What to Search For:

• Targeted Terps: Certain terpenes are specifically effective in pain relief, working alongside cannabinoids to reduce inflammation and block pain perception. Search products high in Pinene, Linalool, and Caryophyllene. 
  

• High-CBD and Balanced THC:CBD Strains: CBD is renowned for its anti-inflammatory properties and, when combined with THC, offers enhanced pain relief without significant psychoactivity. These strains target the CB1 receptor more heavily, reducing pain sensitivity and offering comprehensive pain management.

Companion Terpenes:

• Linalool: Valued for its anti-inflammatory effects, helping reduce pain linked to inflammatory conditions.
  

• Pinene: Offers anti-inflammatory and analgesic benefits, broadening its utility in pain management.
  

• Limonene: Present in many effective pain relief strains for its role in reducing pain and enhancing mood.
  

• Myrcene: Known for its muscle relaxant and pain-reducing properties.
  

• Caryophyllene: Notable for its direct activation of cannabinoid receptors involved in pain relief, often enhancing the efficacy of other pain-relieving compounds.

Featured Strains:

• Laughing Gas (Cherry Pie x Sour Diesel): This strain's efficacy stems from its unique terpene blend, which includes myrcene for muscle relaxation, caryophyllene for its pain-relief properties, and limonene for mood elevation, working together to offer both physical relief and a positive mental state.
  

• Purple Sunset (Purple Punch x Mandarin Sunset): Rich in linalool and myrcene, it offers anti-inflammatory benefits and muscle relaxation, making it particularly effective for evening use to alleviate pain and encourage relaxation.
  

• GMO (Chemdawg x Girl Scout Cookies): Features a high THC content for potent pain relief, complemented by caryophyllene's ability to engage CB2 receptors directly, enhancing its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
  

• Blood Moon (EmergenC x Kush Mints): Its terpene profile, rich in pinene and limonene, contributes to its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, offering effective relief from acute pain and discomfort.
  

• Apples & Bananas (Platinum Cookies x Granddaddy Purple) x (Blue Power x Gelatti): The combination of myrcene for relaxation, caryophyllene for pain relief, and a balanced THC:CBD ratio makes it a comprehensive choice for managing both inflammation and pain.

Condition of the body and mind that occurs several hours every night. Physically, the body is relaxed, the activity of the brain is altered, and awareness of your surroundings is diminished.

What to Search For:

• High THC: Strains higher in THC vs CBD- THC seems to help people fall asleep faster and stay asleep, higher THC levels have a dose-dependent effect on sleep.
  

• CBD has a dual effect: can be stimulating in lower doses and sedating in higher amounts. It can increase sleep time and frequency of arousal as well. 

Companion Terpenes:

• Terpinolene: Though rare, its sedative qualities are sought after by those needing extra help to fall asleep.
  

• Myrcene: Known for its tranquilizing effect, myrcene aids in prolonging sleep, contributing to a deeper, more restful night.
  

• Caryophyllene: Soothes muscle pain and stress, facilitating bodily relaxation by directly interacting with peripheral CB2 receptors.
  

• Phytol: Recognized for activating the brain's GABA system, phytol calms the mind, assisting in faster sleep onset and sustained sleep duration.
  

• Nerolidol: Offers sedative benefits along with pain and inflammation relief, ensuring a deeper sleep state.

Featured Strains:

• Hindu Kush (Unknown Lineage): A pure indica strain from the mountain range spanning Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its potent tranquilizing effects stem from a high concentration of myrcene, making it highly effective for inducing deep, uninterrupted sleep, ideal for those struggling with insomnia.
  

• Grandaddy Purple (Purple Urkle x Big Bud): Grandaddy Purple is rich in myrcene and caryophyllene. These terpenes contribute to significant body relaxation and mental calm, setting the stage for a restful night’s sleep.
  

• Girl Scout Cookies (OG Kush x Durban Poison): A balanced strain that combines high THC content with beneficial terpenes like caryophyllene and myrcene, promoting deep sleep and pain relief.
  

• ACDC (Cannatonic x unknown Ruderalis): While CBD-dominant, its balanced effects can aid those who need to mitigate anxiety and discomfort for better sleep; adjusting dosage can tailor its dual stimulating/sedating effects.
  

• Gelato (Sunset Sherbet x Thin Mint GSC): Known for its potent effects and rich terpene profile, including myrcene and caryophyllene, offering relaxation and easing into sleep with pleasant sensory experiences.
  

• Wedding Cake (Cherry Pie x Girl Scout Cookies): High in THC and rich in nerolidol and myrcene, it's ideal for ending the day with relaxation and ensuring a deep sleep cycle.