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Caryophyllene, more formally known as beta or b caryophyllene, is an extremely common terpene found in cannabis that is known for its herbal spiciness with hints of wood. It is most commonly found in black pepper, cinnamon, and hops. Caryophyllene is a potent component in...

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Citronellol is a terpene with a fresh, floral-citrus aroma that can be found in rose and other botanical oils. Citronellol is well known as an effective mosquito repellent and has long been used in perfume and beauty products. Research into its medical uses is growing,...

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Delta-3-carene is a bicyclic monoterpene found in cannabis with a pungent, sweet-citrus aroma. It is most often valued for its anti-inflammatory and bone-strengthening properties. Occurring naturally in turpentine, rosemary, and cedar, carene is used as a raw material in various personal products. These include cosmetics,...

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Borneol is a terpene valued for its woody, camphor-like aroma. A staple of Asian traditional medicine, borneol is an effective anti-inflammatory and pain reliever, primarily as a topical. Borneol has also proven effective as an anticoagulant for stroke patients, and may increase the effectiveness of...

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Formally known as alpha-bisabolol, bisabolol is a cannabis terpene that is also commonly produced by the chamomile flower. Known for its light, sweet, and floral aroma, bisabolol also boasts potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and analgesic properties. Bisabolol is a monocyclic sesquiterpene produced by numerous varieties of...

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A terpene found in the cannabis plant, camphene is most known for its pungent aroma and potential therapeutic benefits; studies indicate that camphene may be effective in treating cardiovascular disease and, when mixed with vitamin C, camphene can be a powerful antioxidant that reduces oxidative...

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Limonene is a terpene recognizable for its zesty citrus fragrance, primarily in lemon, but also in orange, lime, and grapefruit. Limonene is found in the peels of these citrus fruits and in many varieties of cannabis. Along with myrcene, limonene is one of the most...

CBD

CBD oil has exploded in popularity thanks to the many potential therapeutic properties associated with it. Vaping CBD oil is one of the most common ways people consume the potent cannabinoid. In this article, you'll learn the possible benefits of vaping CBD oil, how to...

Products

A space cake (or cannabis cake) is precisely what it sounds like: a delicious cake infused with cannabis. Available in dispensaries nationwide, space cakes have become immensely popular for cannabis consumers with a sweet tooth. Space cakes are delicious, discreet vehicles used to reach an...

Body

The opioid epidemic is arguably the greatest health-care crisis of the 21st century. In 2015 alone, its economic cost in the United States was estimated at more than $500 billion, largely driven by health-care costs, criminal justice expenses, and lost productivity. This crisis has brought...