Terpenes
make up the fragrant smells of cannabis. Each terpene has a distinct
odor and specific therapeutic properties. By smelling the cannabis
flower, you may be able to figure out what
treatment it provides!
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| Terepene Treatments Based on Smell |
The Top 10 Terpenes
found in Cannabis
Alpha
Pinene – Gives off a pungent
turpentine odor; reduces THC psychosis
effects in cannabis. Beneficial as an anti-inflammatory while
reducing pain. Helps bacteria infections,
asthma, memory retention, and also
slows cancer tumor growth.
Borneol
– Has a camphor smell; helps with wound-healing, including
fibrosis. Aids in delivering treatment by improving absorption
through the blood-brain barrier.
β-Caryophyllene
- Has a peppery scent; cannabinoid effects the CB2 receptor to help
with anxiety, inflammation, perception of pain, autoimmune disorders,
and depression. Acts as a neuroprotectant and reduces alcohol
consumption.
Cineole
\ Eucalyptol – Smells similar to rosemary with notes
of spicy camphor; increases the
absorption and circulation
of medicine.
P-Cymene
– Has a fresh, carroty
odor that is antimicrobial and anti-fungal; helps
to relax muscles, including cardiac
muscles, which can lead to lower blood
pressure.
Delta
3 Carene – Gives off a pine scent;
acts as an antihistamine, eliciting a calming feeling to aid in well
being. Has anti-inflammatory properties and acts as a nervous system
depressant; serves as a great complementary treatment for anxiety and
insomnia.
Isopulegol
– Gives off
a minty menthol smell;
also has
a cooling effect,
anti-oxidants,
and anti-inflammatory properties that help with breathing, pain,
ulcers,
and seizures.
Limonene
– Has
a strong citrus scent;
works like a cleanser to dissolve
gallstones, reduces
reflux/heartburn
and cholesterol while
destroying
cancer. Is an
anti-oxidant, anti-carcinogenic,
anti-inflammatory
while detoxification properties
help the liver.
Improves mood, weight management,
and sleep.
Nerolidol
– Has a woody bark smell;
acts as a sedative. Absorbed
through skin to aid
topical medication. Has
anti-fungal properties while
reducing
malaria
infections.
