{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/dutch-treat/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_3071-markdown","title":"3 Cannabis Strains to Help You Get Over a Bad Day","slug":"3-cannabis-strains-to-help-you-get-over-a-bad-day","content":"We've all had bad days. Maybe you lost your phone or your dog ripped a hole in the couch. Interestingly, more and more people are finding that marijuana can help elevate their mood and relieve stress after a no good, very bad day. \n\nRecent studies have shown [cannabis may relieve some of the effects of stress on brain function](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/55a41e233832300006640000/cannabis-can-relieve-stress). Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) affect levels of naturally occurring neurotransmitters associated with stress, such as:\n\n* Dopamine\n* Serotonin \n* [Anandamide](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a949d06f24d1300077ccb66/eating-anandamide-the-bliss-molecule)\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/564935726915516/united-states/san-francisco-california/hellomd/) \n\nNot only do we have anecdotes from folks who say cannabis relaxes them when they’re feeling stressed out, but [studies reveal that cannabis can reduce physical markers of stress](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a99f8b3f24d1300077ccb74/how-to-manage-stress-with-cannabis), too. \n\nIn one experiment, subjects took a stress test, with some consuming marijuana beforehand while a control group didn’t. The group of cannabis consumers said they felt less stressed during the test. They were also found to have lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol in their blood. \n\nAll science aside, marijuana can be a fun and easy way to unwind. You can turn a bad day right around with some cannabis, fun activities, good TV shows and healthy snacks. Our staff at HelloMD shared a few of their favorite marijuana strains they turn to when they’re feeling down or frazzled.\n\n### 1. Pineapple Express: An Uplifting Sativa-Dominant Marijuana Strain \n\n![Pineapple Express cannabis strain](https://hellomd-gcs-production.imgix.net/orphan/markdown-image-injector/ownerId/image/aa63d1fc-d62e-471a-894c-e36153f98ce3?auto=format&dpr=0.8999999761581421)\n\n**[Danielle L.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/59c02607064564000f877688/danielle-lim), senior health & wellness writer:** “If I’ve had a bad day, my go-to strain is [Pineapple Express](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cd070d520d60009f4f4ad/pineapple-express). It's a sativa-dominant hybrid, but it's not too racy and is easy to find at dispensaries. If you can’t find this particular strain, you can also look for landrace strains of Hawaiian lineage, like Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. Sometimes sativas are too strong, triggering and causing stress and even raising my heart rate.”\n\nA few daily stressors can add up, so it’s important to have a relaxing routine to decompress. Here’s what works for Danielle:\n\n“Public transit and work usually cause me stress. When I consume cannabis for that, I just like to talk with my partner and vent, while watching something uplifting. I think that the upcoming election is going to make me want more cannabis in general.”\n\nIt’s also important to choose a healthy snack when consuming cannabis to deal with a bad day. A healthy diet can also impact your mood, and you don’t want the munchies to plunge you further into a negative headspace.\n\n“For snacks, I usually have some nori, because it’s low calorie,” says Danielle. “But if I’ve had a really bad day and there are chips in the house, they’re gone. Mangoes I hear can be really good. They contain a lot of [the terpene myrcene, which can boost your high](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5be271ec26ef630008f055c2/know-your-cannabis-terpenes-myrcene). I might suggest trying that with some yogurt.” \n\nRELATED: [5 EASY HAPPINESS HACKS INCLUDING CONSUMING CANNABIS](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5d34f09c3943621c56a69de0/5-easy-happiness-hacks-including-consuming-cannabis)\n \n### 2. Lamb’s Bread: A Fun Sativa Cannabis Strain for a Creative Boost\n\n![Lamb’s Bread cannabis strain](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-7368e5ac-81f8-4a4f-9711-560813918e8f/original.png)\n\n**[Sonya T.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5c4f5d814dc2bc140a8a265d/Sonya), social media manager:** “In New York where I used to live, a bad day consists of getting to the train station and finding out it isn’t running. You have to find other sources of transportation, and there are a bunch of people in need of a cab who all want to go to the same destination. So, you end up getting there an hour late, and then have to explain why. After that, getting home and making dinner are added stressors.\n\n“For bad days, I like to roll up [Lamb’s Bread](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5b281cb0f5431d0008c41b20/lambs-bread) or [GSC](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7ce3c1d520d60009f4f4b6/gsc). To de-stress, Lamb’s Bread is my favorite, because you can still feel productive and get into a creative zone. I like sativas that let you coast, and people say Lamb’s Bread acts like a hybrid for them. It doesn’t make me hyper-aware like [Jack Herer](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cd5d1d520d60009f4f4b1/jack-herer) or [Green Crack](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cc89cd520d60009f4f4a8/green-crack), which trigger my anxiety.\n\n“The flavor of Lamb’s Bread is citrusy, similar to Pineapple Express. Depending on how much I smoke, I would consider it to be pretty mild. I like to take a couple of puffs, chill for a second, then maybe 20 to 30 minutes later, pick it up and get into some creative stuff.\n\n“I always get into making music. I tried drawing for a minute with some comedic results—it was interesting. I make all sorts of music with the computer, sometimes it’s jazz or more like house.”\n\n### 3. Dutch Treat: A Social Indica-Leaning Hybrid Cannabis Strain From Amsterdam\n\n![dutch-treat-cannabis-strain](https://hellomd-gcs-production.imgix.net/orphan/markdown-image-injector/ownerId/image/d26ad544-b54d-4ee4-8b64-4dfa25e49308?auto=format&dpr=0.8999999761581421)\n\n**[Bart S.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5817af1a97ed67000a00143c/BartSmart), customer service specialist:** Sometimes if I’m hanging out with my friends, they’ll make jokes about my problems. With cannabis that can be a good thing, to help me see how I can use humor to change my perspective. So, if I’m a little stressed and need a mood booster, I go for [Dutch Treat](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5ac2bd111bb06d000861414a/dutch-treat).\n\n“I like to follow my nose when I'm trying to find strains that appeal to me. If something smells good, especially if it's fruity or citrusy, it reminds me of vitamin C and that makes me feel upbeat. I don’t get the munchies with Dutch Treat, and it helps me engage in conversation.”\n\nThat fruity smell that Bart mentioned is thanks to [the terpene limonene](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/574dfd85aa9671000c00004b/limonene-the-uplifting-citrusy-terpene). Terpenes are present in the cannabis plant as well as other plants, fruits and vegetables. They’re oils that come from the plant’s resin glands and are responsible for the plant’s taste and smell. Limonene is known to:\n\n* Reduce stomach acid\n* Fight fungal infections\n* Lower inflammation\n\nLimonene has also been shown to lessen anxiety, so it’s no wonder Bart reaches for a citrus-smelling cannabis strain when he needs to de-stress. \n\nRELATED: [KNOW YOUR CANNABIS TERPENES: LIMONENE](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a8e1261f24d1300077ccb5b/know-your-cannabis-terpenes-limonene)\n\nCannabis is also a social experience. Sharing cannabis and perspectives with people can be therapeutic and help you feel more content after a particularly stressful day.\n“If a group of strangers is smoking with me, I usually don’t talk about current events, which might be too heavy,” says Bart. “I also try to choose positive music that everyone can get into, maybe Sublime or classic rock like Jimi Hendrix.”\n\n“But if I’m alone after a particularly bad day, after consuming I like to watch TV. Travel shows and “Planet Earth” make me feel like I’m on vacation, which is calming and relaxing.” \n\nPhoto credit: LightField Studios/Shutterstock.com\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) index of articles. And if you have questions about cannabis, [ask them](https://www.hellomd.com/answers) and our community will answer.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/14b42/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.jpg","srcSet":"/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/f836f/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.jpg 200w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/2244e/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.jpg 400w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/14b42/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.jpg 800w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/47498/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.jpg 1200w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/0e329/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.jpg 1600w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/ffa36/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.jpg 1773w","srcWebp":"/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/58556/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/61e93/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.webp 200w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/1f5c5/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.webp 400w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/58556/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.webp 800w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/99238/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.webp 1200w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/7c22d/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.webp 1600w,\n/static/28624026e45cd3be73861557f4745205/d1528/3429778c948f1c3863aa2680ec44232d.webp 1773w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2808-markdown","title":"Know Your Terpenes: Pinene","slug":"know-your-terpenes-pinene","content":"Love the sweet, earthy smell of pine needles on a Christmas tree? Or the flavor boost that spices like oregano and dill can lend to your favorite foods? If you do, thank pinene, the very common terpene that gives these and many other plants their distinctive fragrance. \n\nBut pinene also has potent healing properties—and that makes pinene-rich cannabis strains especially effective for treating a long list of health conditions such as asthma, arthritis and Crohn’s disease.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n### Terpenes, Cannabinoids & the Endocannabinoid System\n\nPinene is one of a very large group of terpenes, fragrant oils produced by the glands of many kinds of plants. Because of their strong smells, terpenes ward off predators—but these pungent oils also benefit the human body and brain. \n\nTerpenes are found in so many plants that are used for flavoring food that a number of them are considered food grade, or safe for consumption (though some terpenes are still considered toxic when consumed in large quantities). Terpenes can also be extracted and used alone as essential oils.\n\nPinene is abundant in the plant world, and cannabis is no exception. Research continues to reveal new information about the properties of the more than 200 terpenes found in the various strains of the _Cannabis sativa_ plant. And numerous studies have shown that the major terpenes have considerable healing properties. Those properties play out in synergy with the other terpenes and cannabinoids that give each strain its unique chemical profile.  \n\nLike the more familiar cannabinoid compounds tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), terpenes interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS), a vast network of receptors located throughout the body and brain. The ECS responds to both endocannabinoids produced by the body and to the nearly identical cannabinoids in cannabis. That explains why pinene, like the other major terpenes, can affect cells and tissues throughout the body.\n\n### Pinene’s Many Health Benefits\n\nPinene has two molecular forms: alpha-pinene and beta-pinene. The two are identical except for a single molecule; this accounts for their different features and actions. But both work in conjunction with the rest of a cannabis strain’s overall chemical profile to support health and ease the symptoms of a variety of conditions.\n\nIn nature, alpha-pinene is more prevalent than beta-pinene, and the same is true in cannabis.  Alpha-pinene is responsible for the distinctive smell of pine needles and of some herbs, including rosemary. It also accounts for the smell of pine oil and turpentine, and it can also appear in citrus peel. Studies suggest that alpha-pinene might have more potent health benefits than beta-pinene does, but the beta form also plays an important role in protecting the body. \n\nBeta-pinene contributes to the fragrance of many cooking herbs including oregano, parsley and dill. In cannabis, it usually occurs in smaller amounts than the alpha version, but its connections to other terpenes create a synergistic effect. For example, beta-pinene appears to play a role in the production of another major terpene, myrcene, and some studies have shown that it can work with the terpene limonene) to fight viral infections.\n\n Several studies in recent years have revealed that pinene, particularly alpha-pinene, has a number of significant health benefits, including:\n\n* **Pain relief:** As an extracted oil and as part of a whole plant cannabis strain, pinene can affect the body’s pain receptors to reduce discomfort from conditions such as arthritis and fibromyalgia.\n\n* **Antioxidant properties:** Pinene can help to protect cells from excessive oxidation, which can break them down and make the body susceptible to a variety of diseases.\n\n* **Anti-inflammatory features:** Pinene can [reduce inflammation](https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/np400828x), which can depress the immune system and stress cells and tissues.\n\n* **Anti-viral characteristics:** Some laboratory research reveals that [beta-pinene with limonene can be 100% effective in killing the common herpes simplex virus](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4393490/).\n\n* **Protection for the gastrointestinal system:** Pinene has been shown to [protect the lining of the stomach and other parts of the gastrointestinal system](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4329611/) against inflammation and lesions from conditions such as ulcers and Crohn’s disease.\n\n* **Neutralizing THC:**  Pinene can inhibit the negative effects that come from consuming too much THC, such as short-term memory loss and feelings of fear and paranoia. That’s because it can cross the blood brain barrier and [directly affect the behavior of neurotransmitters in the brain](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27573669), including GABA, a chemical that modulates mood, and the brain’s receptors for benzodiazepine medications.\n\n* **Bronchodilation:**  Pinene can ease congestion and constriction in the lungs and bronchial areas, making breathing easier for people with asthma and other pulmonary conditions.\n\n### Where to Find Pinene\n\nPinene is just one component of the many cannabinoids, terpenes and other substances that make up the whole cannabis plant. It works with all those elements to create an individual strain’s unique profile and boost the healing effects of all those other elements as well. \n\nBut some cannabis strains are high in pinene, and most of them are easily identifiable by their distinctively piney smell. Along with supporting the body’s healing mechanisms, the top pinene-rich cannabis strains can promote calm and focus, and balance the effects of too much THC. \n\n\nPinene is also available as a pure terpene extract that can be used in vaping and dabbing with other forms of cannabis, or to add to foods for flavoring. It’s also widely sold as an essential oil for aromatherapy. \n\nPinene in small amounts is considered safe by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, but it can have some toxic effects when it’s ingested or inhaled, particularly when used in various cleaning products such as turpentine.  \n\nJust about everyone knows the scent of pinene, even if the name isn’t familiar. But pinene is more than just a nice scent—this abundant cannabis terpene has plenty of healing benefits for both the body and the brain.\n\nPhoto credit: [Jean Lakosnyk](https://unsplash.com/@lifelikeinspiration)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/14b42/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.jpg","srcSet":"/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/f836f/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.jpg 200w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/2244e/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.jpg 400w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/14b42/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.jpg 800w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/47498/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.jpg 1200w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/0e329/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.jpg 1600w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/ef470/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.jpg 3656w","srcWebp":"/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/58556/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/61e93/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.webp 200w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/1f5c5/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.webp 400w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/58556/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.webp 800w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/99238/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.webp 1200w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/7c22d/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.webp 1600w,\n/static/d004e959a6a2c83405e48d2c4a6f7f06/e45da/0e12f35619b3380193f37735d22e08a7.webp 3656w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":1,"currentPage":1,"id":5219,"name":"Dutch Treat","slug":"dutch-treat","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}