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189 Blogs about "Cannabis Science and Wellbeing"
Dive into the domain of phytochemistry and wrap your head around THC's effects, CBD wellness, cannabinoid research, and the characteristics of terpenes. Learn exactly how cannabis interacts with our body in all possible ways. Welcome to cannabinoid science 101.
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Esters in Cannabis: Unique Compounds Responsible for Weed's Fruity and Sweet Aromas
You know all about cannabinoids and you're familiar with terpenes. But have you heard of marijuana esters? This emerging class of cannabis chemicals has researchers, breeders, and consumers equally ...
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THCP and CBDP: A Comprehensive Guide to Two New Cannabinoids
Cannabis plants contain much more than THC and CBD. In 2019, researchers discovered two new chemicals among the hundreds found in the plant: THCP and CBDP. Both of these novel compounds show great ...
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Cannabis Chemistry: Exploring Volatile Sulphur Compounds
You've heard of cannabinoids and terpenes. However, there's a newly discovered and incredibly skunky group of marijuana molecules in town. Say hello to volatile sulphur compounds! Learn everything ...
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Terpinolene: Get Acquainted With This Enigmatic Terpene
As a minor terpene, terpinolene only occurs in small concentrations in weed flowers. The vast majority of weed users don't even know this chemical exists. However, under the surface, this terpene c ...
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Bisabolol: Discover This Lesser-Known Cannabis Terpene
Bisabolol doesn't occur in high concentrations in cannabis compared to the likes of caryophyllene, pinene, and limonene. Regardless, this minor terpene infuses many strains with notes of earth, flo ...
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Cannflavins: Unique Flavonoids Found in Cannabis
Cannflavins are a type of flavonoid unique to the cannabis plant. With potential wellness benefits, if consumed appropriately, they're now catching the attention of breeders and researchers alike. ...
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Ocimene: Flavours, Effects, and Research
Cannabis produces well over 100 unique terpenes, yet only a handful receive most of our attention. So, let us introduce you to one of the more obscure aromatic components in weed strains: ocimene. ...
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Geraniol: A Sweet, Floral Terpene With Plenty of Potential
Known for its sweet, citric, and fruity floral aroma, geraniol may have unique benefits, but do those effects extend to strains with a geraniol-rich terpene profile? Keep reading to find out what t ...
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Linalool: Get to Know This Fragrant Cannabis Terpene
Terpenes add dimension, depth, and diversity to the cannabis experience. Among the upwards of 200 terpenes that weed flowers produce, linalool stands out as particularly fragrant. But its citrusy s ...
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Guaiol: A Lesser-Known Marijuana Terpene
Many cannabis users are familiar with terpenes such as myrcene and limonene. But there are over 100 other, lesser-known terpenes produced by weed flowers. Among them, guaiol has attracted the atten ...
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Mycocannabinoids: Can Mushrooms Target the Endocannabinoid System?
Cannabis plants produce over 100 cannabinoids. Likewise, a variety of common herbs and spices also produce compounds capable of influencing the human endocannabinoid system. But recent research tak ...
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Cannabis & Sleep: Does the Herb Help or Hinder?
Cannabis often leaves users feeling stoned, blissful, and relaxed. Based on these effects, it stands to reason that the herb could help with getting a good night's sleep. But not every strain has t ...
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Limonene: A Refreshing Terpene With Big Potential
Cannabis flowers produce hundreds of different chemicals. Among them, limonene has grabbed the attention of casual weed smokers and scientists alike. The terpene adds refreshing tastes of citrus to ...
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Terpineol: Get to Know This Mysterious Terpene
You're more than familiar with common cannabis terpenes such as myrcene and pinene. But have you come across terpineol? This mysterious terpene only shows up in small quantities in cannabis strains ...
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Myrcene: A Stoning Terpene With Big Potential
If you use cannabis, you've experienced the effects of myrcene before. Whether you knew it at the time or not, this terpene underpins the stoning sensation of many weed varieties, and also adds aro ...