{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/terpenes/2","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_6931-markdown","title":"Terpenes in CO2 cartridges?","slug":"terpenes-in-co2-cartridges","content":"\"I am comparing the certificates of analysis for Eureka Vapor cartridges. While all are high in THC, none appear to have any terpene content. Without the terpenes, is there really any difference in the nature of the effects between Sativa, Indica, and Hybrid, assuming THC content is the same?\"\n_____________________\nTerpenes, in unison with cannabinoids promote what is called the \"entourage effect\". These terpenes alone, have their own host of effects that when paired with THC or other cannabinoids, help to amplify the effects. It might not be the most noticeable difference, but chemically the terpenes help to facilitate your bodies absorption of THC, they can provide anti-inflammatory, sedative, analgesic, anti-anxiety, mood improvement, as well as many other effects. Think of it is a collaborative effort.\n\nmetafizics\n_____________________\nWhile it is true that terpene profile plays a significant role in the effects of cannabis, it is not the whole picture.  \n\nYou can kind of think about terpenes like spices in food.  They have a profound effect on smell and taste, and by extension your experience of eating the food, but do little to alter the fundamental nutritional content of the dish -- a Cajun-spiced potato is still just a potato.  \n\nIn our cannabis analogy, the cannabinoid content would be the potato.  The presence (or absence) of cannabinoids in addition to THC plays a more significant role in the effects of any particular batch.  Terpenes enhance the flavor and subtleties of the high, while the cannabinoids are responsible for the overall trajectory of the effects.\n\nSo to answer your question directly - yes.  Without the terpenes there will still be noticeable differences across various batches of cannabis (including extracts like vape cartridges) due to differing cannabinoid profiles.  That said, I think most people tend to agree, myself included, that retaining terpene profile is highly desirable... nobody wants unseasoned potatoes!\n\nbenson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6899-markdown","title":"Are Terpenes inactivated when chewed and swallowed? And what is a safe dose in an edible?","slug":"are-terpenes-inactivated-when-chewed-and-swallowed-and-what-is-a-safe-dose-in-an-edible","content":"\n_____________________\nThe terpenes found in cannabis are widely found in the plant world. So, chewing them and swallowing them don't inactivate them per se. Whether they are absorbed into your system is another question. You would have to drink concentrated form of terpenes before any safety concerns arose, so don't do that ; )\nMost, if not all, of the major terpenes found in cannabis are consumed by people everyday in the fruits and vegetables they eat. Most edibles use extracted THC or CBD so you aren't getting the whole plant extract with its spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes in a typical edible. If you send me an email at info@calstatecaregivers.com I can send you a list of the major terpenes, what their medicinal effects are, and what other foods they are found in. Aromatheraphy is the most effective way to dose with terpenes and have been shown to have great medicinal benefits when absorbed through the nostrils.\n\ndneice","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6631-markdown","title":"Does KIVA plan to educate consumers with details that go beyond the very basic THC to CBD ratios per product?","slug":"does-kiva-plan-to-educate-consumers-with-details-that-go-beyond-the-very-basic-thc-to-cbd-ratios-per-product","content":"\"Current research points to the synergy between specific cannabis strains and particular ailments due to their inherent cannabinoid and terpene profiles. Having these details available would be a tremendous help with personal dosing!\"\n_____________________\nGreat question! Kiva is currently expanding our educational materials to patients in a number of different ways. We are working on an informational booklet detailing the Safe Use Guidelines for Edibles, which will be available as both a print-out at Collectives and in digital form. We are also working with the CCIA (California Cannabis Industry Association) to debut an educational website specifically geared to California patients. It covers everything from the history of cannabis and shopping tips for buying different products to how to safely store cannabis products away from children. For more information on CBD specifically, Kiva has a CBD brochure about our products, growing methods, and benefits of CBD. This can be found at: http://kivaconfections.com/cbd. Also be sure to visit our Instagram page at www.instagram.com/kivaconfections1, where we post useful infographics for patients. Another great patient resource you may want to check out is Cannabis Reports at https://www.cannabisreports.com/cannabis-studies. This particular section breaks down the studies addressing cannabis' use for 157 different conditions. We hope that these resources help you and yours!\n\nchristiestrong","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6568-markdown","title":"As a cannabis farmer how do terpenes play a role in the flowers you decide to cultivate, if at all?","slug":"as-a-cannabis-farmer-how-do-terpenes-play-a-role-in-the-flowers-you-decide-to-cultivate-if-at-all","content":"\n_____________________\nBelieve it or not, terpenes are the biggest deciding factor in deciding what to cultivate in our garden. We take into account, a myriad of different factors, but the aroma and smell a particular variety exhibits are what truly sets it apart from others. Terpenes are extremely complex and useful compounds that have wide ranging effects on consumers, but general provide an antibiotic/protective influence on the plant. \n\nTerpenes are extremely important when processing cannabis flowers into a concentrate or extract. The concentrating of the essential oils from the flowers can produce an extremely aromatic, flavorful product that has become all the rage with California cannabis consumers. The most innovative techniques for solvent-less processing are actually able to retain so many terpenes that several processors are being able to provide the market with a previously unimagined level of quality. As farmers, we are keen to cultivate strains with unique terpene profiles that take advantage of these new processing systems.\n\nIt's all in the terps...\n\nmicah","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11542-markdown","title":"Would you please explain the importance of terpenes and synergistic effects with cannabinoids?","slug":"would-you-please-explain-the-importance-of-terpenes-and-synergistic-effects-with-cannabinoids","content":"\n_____________________\nTerpenes are aromatic compounds fount in the essential oils of plants, including cannabis. Cannabis is somewhat unique in it's ability to produce a wide variety of terpenes, giving different strains their distinct smells - pine, citrus, blueberry, etc. On their own, terpenes have their own medicinal benefits: pinene, (pine smell) for instance, has anti-inflammatory effects. \n\nThe individual medicinal properties of terpenes, and the fact that their structure is similar to cannabinoid structure, creates synergistic effects with cannabinoids. Myercene, the most common terpene found in cannabis, has an anti-inflammatory effect and is able to lower resistance across the blood-brain barrier, allowing cannabinoids to take effect more quickly.\n\nTo maximize the benefits of terpenes, they should be ingested below their boiling point, which range from 310-390 degrees F.\n\ndpan\n_____________________\ndPan provided a great answer! As he or she mentioned, terpenes are what contribute to all the different aromas (and sometimes flavors) that this amazing plant has to offer. As you become more familiar with some of the different terpenes out there you will start to recognize which smells tend to relate to certain terpenes. For example, limonene, as you can probably guess, gives off a citrus like aroma. As dPan mentioned, pinene tends to give off an aroma that reminds you of pine trees or pine resin. \n\nIn terms of synergy between terpenes and cannabinoids, dPan really hit it on the head. They work together to create somewhat of an \"entourage\" effect.\n\nAll that being said, we've only begun to really understand the science behind terpenes, cannabinoids and all the other aspects of cannabis. We still have a long way to do!\n\nadams","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11439-markdown","title":"What are terpenes? Do they matter?","slug":"what-are-terpenes-do-they-matter","content":"\n_____________________\nTerpenes, also known as terpenoids, these are the chemical compounds that give each strain its unique smell. They are the essential oils produced by the plant and they interact synergistically with cannabinoids to provide for a range of different effects. For example, a terpene called myrcene (also found in lemongrass) possesses muscle-relaxing, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory properties, while the terpene pinene (also found in pine needles) can increase mental focus and energy. See the video answer for even more detail.\n\namanda","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11090-markdown","title":"Do you add terpenes back into the CO2 oil or is it just a regular extraction?","slug":"do-you-add-terpenes-back-into-the-co2-oil-or-is-it-just-a-regular-extraction","content":"\n_____________________\nWe use a proprietary terpene-separation process which enables us to preserve and reintroduce the original terpenes (extracted from the original flower, not food grade imitations) into our strain-specific oils, creating a very robust and authentic strain-specific flavor experience. \n\nWe start with small batches of strain-specific, 100% pesticide-free cannabis. Supercritical CO2 is used for extraction of the plant material, which features our proprietary terpene separation process, allowing us to remove and preserve the natural terpenes prior to, and during the extraction process. The cannabis extract is then purified and converted into premium cannabis oil, which concentrates the cannabinoids and removes plant waxes and lipids. Finally, we reintroduce just the right amount of the original strain-specific terpenes to give our cannabis oils that rich perfect flavor and provides the patient with an enjoyable, robust vaping experience.\n\ndrjulicrockett","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10857-markdown","title":"What are the terpenes like in Canna-Tsu and what effect do they create?","slug":"what-are-the-terpenes-like-in-canna-tsu-and-what-effect-do-they-create","content":"\"I've never smoked a high CBD strain.\"\n_____________________\nTerpenes are fragrant essential oils that vary in concentration from plant to plant as well as different strains. Looking at a recent lab test by Analytical 360, shows a  sample of Canna- Tsu with a terpene  profile to be significantly high in Linalool - coming in at 3.90 % , compared to the other terpenes like Caryophyllene at .62%. ( lab tests show that not all samples test this high in linalool)\nhttp://analytical360.com/m/archived/159894\n\nLinalool is also found in lavender and coriander and while the effects are considered multiple,it is one of the substances used to reduce stress. Some of the effects include, but are not limited to: Anti-anxiety, Antidepressant, Sedative,Anti-inflammatory, Anti-Epileptic.\n\nakasha","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10831-markdown","title":"I’ve heard terpenes matter more than THC, what are they?","slug":"i-ve-heard-terpenes-matter-more-than-thc-what-are-they","content":"\"What are the terpenes in this strain, and how will the effect me?\"\n_____________________\nTerpenes are what is responsible for the scent of cannabis. That lemon odor coming from the bud is due to lemonene. Pine smell - pinene. There are over 100 different terpenes and they all act together with the THC and CBD to add to the entourage effect. That mean that all the components of cannabis work together to give an effect that each of them by themselves does not do. \n\n \nTerpenes also bind to brain receptor sites and affect their chemical output. They can also modify how much THC passes through the blood-brain barrier. Their can even influence neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin by altering their rate of production and destruction, their movement, and availability of receptors.\n\n\nThe effects that is felt when using cannabis can vary from terpene to terpene. Some are especially successful in relieving stress, while others promote focus and acuity. Myrcene, for example, induces sleep whereas limonene elevates mood. There are also effects that are imperceptible, like the gastroprotective properties of Caryophyllene. All of these terpenes are also found in nature. The lemon scent of lemons makes you feel energized and happy, which is what it does in cannabis as well.\n\nHere are some terpenes and some other places they are found:\n\nPinene (Pine scent) - Also found in pine needles, rosemary, basil, parsley, dill\n\nMyrcene: (Musky, earthy) - Also found in mango, lemongrass, thyme, hops\n\nLinalool: (Floral) - Also found in lavender\n\nCaryophyllene (Pepper, spicy, cloves) - Also found in black pepper, cloves)\n\nLimonene (Citrus) - Also found in fruit rinds, rosemary\n\nPerry Solomon, MD\n_____________________\nBoth matter - both will effect you and your experience with a particular strain. Among other things, the amount of THC or ratio of THC to CBD will affect psychoactivity, or feeling \"high\". \n\nTerpenes, also known as terpenoids, are the chemical compounds that give each strain its unique smell. They are the essential oils produced by the plant and they interact synergistically with cannabinoids to provide for a range of different effects. For example, a terpene called myrcene (also found in lemongrass) possesses muscle-relaxing, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory properties, while the terpene pinene (also found in pine needles) can increase mental focus and energy. \n\nWhile the exact profile can vary from plant to plant, Harlequin commonly has Myrcene, Pinene, and Limonene as its predominant terpenes. \n\nMyrcene is commonly used as an analgesic (pain relief), anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, sleep aid, anti-spasmodic (helps with muscle spasms) and is currently being studied for its effects on diabetes. \n\nPinene is commonly used as an analgesic, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-proliferative (it may inhibit cancer cell growth), and anti-oxidant. \n\nLimonene is commonly used as an antidepressant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-proliferative, anxiety aid, immune system stimulant, and a gastrointestinal aid that reduces reflux.\n\nandrea13","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10827-markdown","title":"What are the terpenes in this strain?","slug":"what-are-the-terpenes-in-this-strain","content":"\"Is this why people say its good for creativity? Any personal experience with Sour Diesel appreciated!\"\n_____________________\nThe expression of terpenes is specific to the plant and based on genetic predisposition, however, many growers have varied growing conditions which may produce slight changes in the overall levels of a particular plant's chemical profile.  \n\nLaboratory profiles of Sour Diesel submitted to a Northern California Cannabis lab from plants grown in the Northern California area show Beta-Myrcene, D-Limonene, Beta-Caryophyllene, Alpha-Pinene, and Linalool as the predominant terpenes in the the entourage of terpenoids.\n\ndrgerhart\n_____________________\nPeople describe the high of Sour Diesel as \"cerebral\" and report very little lethargy associate with smoking it, which is likely the cause of it's reputation as a creativity aid. It keeps you calm, but mentally stimulated, while avoiding any physical drag. It is a predominately Sativa strain. \n\nThe terpene profile can vary from plant to plant, but in many terpene profiles Linalool is common. In a Japanese study, inhaling linalool was shown to reduce stress. Another common terpene is B-Myrcene, which is relaxing and also enhances THCs psychoactivity. In general, Sour Diesel is very skunky, smells like fuel and citrus. \n\nI think people turn to Sour Diesel for creativity when they want something that will calm their nerves and their active minds, but will keep them stimulated, awake, and ready to create.\n\nandrea13\n_____________________\nI add Sour Diesel terpene from https://www.true-blue.co/products/sour-diesel-terpenes to my vaporizer. I will say it's really calming so it helps if you're racing through a million thoughts. I can see why people say it helps with creativity because the calming effect helps you to think through your thoughts calmly and clearer. \n\nAng","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10730-markdown","title":"What is the difference between cannabinoids and terpenes?","slug":"what-is-the-difference-between-cannabinoids-and-terpenes","content":"\"I hear people talk about cannabinoids and I know a little bit about CBD and THC, mainly the difference between them. But what is the difference between terpenes and cannabinoids and why should I care? My bud tender has never mentioned terpenes to me when I buy flower from him.\"\n_____________________\nCannabinoids and terpenes are found in every strain of marijuana and it’s these synergistic elements that create the ‘entourage effect’. This means we know that when cannabinoids work in conjunction with terpenes that the sum of the whole is greater than the individual parts. Some argue that when you divorce one element from the rest, that the medicine becomes less effective. No doubt, cannabinoids seem to have a much higher profile in the dialogue surrounding cannabis. This is due to the fact that cannabinoids are more known to create a certain effect such as CBD is a known anti inflammatory or THC can often treat insomnia by helping you sleep.\n\nTerpenes however are connected to the overall aroma and the individual flavors you may taste when you smoke. It is due to this that terpenes are more often discussed when we are talking about flower, rather than say a sub lingual spray. Terpenes come from the oils on the cannabis plant and each one yields a different flavor which is why some my be minty and yet others taste like citrus. The synergy that happens between cannabinoids and terpenes relate back to the endocannabinoid system in our body. This is the system that is literally built to receive cannabinoids. So for instance when you inhale THC this binds to unique receptors in your brain stimulating a certain effect. Likewise, terpenes have their own effect. A well known terpene limonene is known to create a happier mood and decrease a feeling of depression (for some).\n\nThe bottom line is that both are important even though terpenes may be lesser known and not talked about as much. Cannabinoids and terpenes work hand in hand it seems. If you are really interested in knowing what terpenes are in your flower most lab test will reveal this.\n\nmark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10636-markdown","title":"What role do terpenes play in helping with pain relief?   ","slug":"what-role-do-terpenes-play-in-helping-with-pain-relief","content":"\"I use cannabis for back pain. Should I be only concerned about THC and CBD, or should I be looking for plants with the right terpenes as well? If so, which ones? Thanks for your help!\"\n_____________________\nIf the variety of cannabis you are using isn't addressing your pain, first make sure that both CBD and THC are present. They work against pain together better than either one does alone: 2+2= > 4. Also make sure you are not using too much. THC is most effective against pain at low to moderate doses and is very ineffective against pain at high doses. You might look at the terpenes associated with pain relief, including muscle relaxation, and decreasing  inflammation. All of these modalities play a role in causing and perpetuating pain. Caryophyllene (black pepper, cloves, oregano, rosemary, cinanamon, basil) is a pain reliever, muscle relaxant, and anti-inflammatory;  linalool  (lavender, citrus fruits, coriander, bay leaves) is a pain reliever; pinene is an anti-inflammatory and pain reliever; myrcene     (mango, bay leaves, hops, thyme, lemongrass) is analgesic and anti-inflammatory and humulene (hops) is a potent anti-inflammatory.  Don't limit yourself to the terpenes in cannabis, but also consider incorporating these terpenes into your diet and aromatherapy as well. \n\ndrfrye\n_____________________\nCleaning houses for a large part of my life has led to back pain for me. I recently started adding the Lime OG terpene from https://www.true-blue.co/products/lime-og-terpenes to my vaporizer and I do feel a difference. \n\n\nAng","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":12,"numPages":2,"currentPage":2,"id":5828,"name":"Terpenes","slug":"terpenes","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}