Scents that treat - terpenes

The first major contribution of cannabis to medical science was the discovery of the endocannabinoid system. This finding is likely to give life to a whole new branch of medicine in which doctors will use its own cannabinoids in our body to fight pain and ailments.

Another great contribution to scientific progress in cannabis may be a better understanding of terpenes - aromatics. Concentrates, exploded the market of medical cannabis, shed light on the fact that aromatherapy can be a powerful remedy. For example, myrcene, increases the passage of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the blood-brain barrier. If so myrcene affect the THC, maybe he is able to increase the effectiveness of other drugs.

Manufacturers concentrates recovered cannabinoids for the most "clean" products. By themselves, the effects of THC and CBD are quite simple; however, come into play when terpenes, everything becomes much more interesting. Some terpenes interact with our endocannabinoid system activates the same receptors as THC and CBD. It is a combination of different terpenes and cannabinoids produce a wide range of health effects when using cannabis. You can compare the THC with a blank canvas on which we write patience as paints.

The most common terpenes

Limonene smells of citrus and medically enhances Sativa range of effects. Limonene help relieve stress, lift mood and sense of vitality and energy.

Mirza smell of cloves. This increases the amount of terpene THC / CBD overcomes the blood-brain barrier.

Pinene (alpha and beta) smells like pine or rosemary. It promotes memorization of information.

Linalool has a floral scent, slightly reminiscent of lavender. This fragrance "comfort", promotes relaxation and sense of well-being.

Caryophyllene smells like pepper and capable of activating CB2 receptors in the nervous system - just like the CBD. The impact of this terpene together with cannabinoids can reduce the feeling of paranoia.