{"id":2153,"date":"2021-09-27T16:43:09","date_gmt":"2021-09-27T16:43:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ultimatehealthreport.com\/common-cannabis-terpenes-and-their-therapeutic-effects\/"},"modified":"2021-09-27T16:43:09","modified_gmt":"2021-09-27T16:43:09","slug":"common-cannabis-terpenes-and-their-therapeutic-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ultimatehealthreport.com\/common-cannabis-terpenes-and-their-therapeutic-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Cannabis Terpenes and Their Therapeutic Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\t\t<!-- END .ss-inline-share-wrapper --><\/p>\n<p>The human nose can detect over a trillion unique scents, according to research published in the journal <em>Science.<\/em> <\/p>\n<p>The nose is also a primary tool for evaluating the quality of cannabis. <\/p>\n<p>As research around marijuana expands, it seems aroma compounds are responsible for more than just smell \u2014 they can also impact the way cannabis affects our bodies.<\/p>\n<p>Compounds called terpenes create the aroma of many plants, particularly cannabis. <\/p>\n<p>Terpenes can also protect plants against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. <\/p>\n<p>Nadav Eyal specializes in terpene research and formulations as the CEO and co-founder of Eybna Technologies. He says people, just like plants, use terpenes for both smell and protection.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTerpenes are responsible for the unique smells and tastes of cannabis flowers. They\u2019re also substances with antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and therapeutic properties,\u201d said Eyal. <\/p>\n<p>Inhaling cannabis into the lungs increases the bioavailability of these terpenes, he said, making it an ideal tool for researching the medical potential of these smelly compounds. Below are a few common cannabis terpenes and some expert insight into their effects.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-myrcene\"><strong>Myrcene<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><noscript><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Christopher-Mendoza-2-881x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20736\" width=\"246\" height=\"286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Christopher-Mendoza-2-881x1024.jpg 881w, https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Christopher-Mendoza-2-258x300.jpg 258w, https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Christopher-Mendoza-2-768x892.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Christopher-Mendoza-2-1322x1536.jpg 1322w, https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Christopher-Mendoza-2-1762x2048.jpg 1762w, https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Christopher-Mendoza-2.jpg 1857w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 246px) 100vw, 246px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Christopher Medoza. Photo courtesy of STM Canna.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>This terpene has citrusy notes like those found in mangoes and lemongrass. <\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also the active sedating principle of hops. <\/p>\n<p>The British Journal of Pharmacology published a study titled \u201cTaming THC \u2026\u201d by Ethan B. Russo which explores terpenes and their effects. Russo found myrcene diminishes inflammation and \u201cacted as a muscle relaxant in mice.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Former budtender and current Technical Support Associate for STM Canna Christopher Mendoza calls it the \u201cterpene of sunshine,\u201d because it makes people feel happy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Limonene<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This compound also has notes of citrus. <\/p>\n<p>The study \u201cNeuroprotective Effects of Limonene\u201d published in Issue 3 of Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin said limonene can decrease cell death and brain inflammation. <\/p>\n<p>CEO of Ilera Holistic Healthcare Dr. Chanda Macias told <em>Cannabis &amp; Tech Today<\/em>, \u201cLimonene is a natural antidepressant and a diuretic.\u201d <\/p>\n<p>She often suggests limonene-dominant cannabis products to patients dealing with pain and depression, as the two symptoms frequently coincide.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Pinene<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>There are many pinene compounds, such as A Pinene and B Pinene. <\/p>\n<p>Overall, Russo says pinene is anti-inflammatory, a bronchodilator, and a broad-spectrum antibiotic. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cPerhaps most compelling, however, is its activity as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor aiding memory \u2026 This feature could counteract short-term memory deficits induced by THC intoxication,\u201d says Russo.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Linalool<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This terpene is also found in lavender. <\/p>\n<p>Russo\u2019s research found it has sedative effects on mice, as well as some pain-relieving properties. <\/p>\n<p>It also acts as an anticonvulsant when used in conjunction with other compounds. \u201cMore of the purple strains tend to have this,\u201d said Mendoza. \u201cFor me at least, it tends to help with inflammation and headaches.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Caryophyllene\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This terpene is also found in black pepper. <\/p>\n<p>Russo\u2019s research notes it is an anti-inflammatory agent and can act as a gastric cytoprotective agent. <\/p>\n<p>The study \u201cProtective Effects of Beta-Caryophyllene in Chronic Inflammation\u201d published in the journal <em>Nutrients <\/em>said, \u201cBeta-caryophyllene is one of the most studied and promising natural compounds \u2026 It has been reported to exert therapeutic effects as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer.\u201d<\/p>\n<style><![CDATA[#wpdevar_comment_1 span,#wpdevar_comment_1 iframe{width:100% !important;} #wpdevar_comment_1 iframe{max-height: 100% !important;}]]><\/style>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async defer crossorigin=\"anonymous\">(function(d, s, id) {\n          var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];\n          if (d.getElementById(id)) return;\n          js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id;\n          js.src = \"https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/sdk.js#xfbml=1&appId=832450016929003&version=v10.0\";\n          fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);\n        }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk'));<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/common-cannabis-terpenes-and-their-therapeutic-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The human nose can detect over a trillion unique scents, according to research published in the journal Science. 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