{"id":7333,"date":"2021-10-22T22:01:10","date_gmt":"2021-10-22T22:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medizinlv.com\/?p=7333"},"modified":"2021-10-22T22:01:10","modified_gmt":"2021-10-22T22:01:10","slug":"do-terpenes-enhance-your-high","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/planet13.com\/dispensary-las-vegas-medizin\/blog\/do-terpenes-enhance-your-high\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Terpenes Enhance Your High?"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to cannabis, there are two compounds that are most commonly recognized, cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Both of these compounds are found in the cannabis plant, produced naturally. And though the plant produces a higher amount of THC, both of these compounds also provide distinct medicinal benefits. CBD has <\/span>been reported<\/span> to help with complex problems like arthritis, Crohn\u2019s disease, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and cancer treatment; as well as to treat more mild everyday issues like skin health, sleep, anxiety, general pain, and brain health. THC on the other hand is most commonly known for its psychoactive high sensation, as well as used to relieve many symptoms of pain and nausea.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, many people don\u2019t know that there is another key element that contributes to the potential impacts of your cannabis \u2013 the terpene profile<\/a> of your strain. Terpenes are chemical compounds found in all plants. They provide the plant with its unique taste, aroma, and effects. This article will examine the manner in which terpenes may actually enhance your cannabis experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Entourage Effect<\/span><\/h2>\n

It is true that terpenes are key components of the cannabis flower that heavily influence the potential resulting high experienced by consuming cannabis products. Multiple studies have examined the relationship between terpene profile and cannabinoids, showing a broad spectrum of positive effects including a decrease in THC-related anxiety spikes. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Terpenes don\u2019t only supply the plant\u2019s smell and taste, but actually interact with the body\u2019s endocannabinoid system and assist cannabinoids in entering the bloodstream. This particular process in which cannabinoids, terpenes, and other compounds found in cannabis work together synergistically is known as the <\/span>entourage effect<\/span><\/a>. This cooperative relationship that occurs during this process is the reason for the sensations and effects of the \u201chigh\u201d potentially produced by cannabis.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

An example of how this process actually enhances possible benefits would be a <\/span>2010 study <\/span><\/a>that showed a combination of THC and CBD<\/a> was more effective for pain management than simply THC alone. In addition to therapeutic properties and medicinal effects, terpenes have also been known to influence neurotransmitters in our brain, which means different strains may have different effects on our mood. For example, the terpene Limonene has been reported to be responsible for an increase in serotonin levels and that \u201chappy, energized\u201d emotional response.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some terpenes like Linalool are expected to have sedative effects on the body.\u00a0<\/span>A study<\/span><\/a>\u00a0found out that this particular terpene is responsible for affecting multiple systems associated with pain relief in the body. In other words, the impact of Linalool may be minor, but if consumed with a THC-based strain, then the effects may change slightly.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Terpenes to Look For<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Now knowing that terpenes interact with cannabinoid receptors found in the brain to influence your high, what specific terpenes should you be looking for? The truth is that over 400 known terpenes have been identified, but only a handful have been linked by experts to have the most potent effects. The main five terpenes to keep an eye out for include:<\/span>
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