In other words, it is not just the plant variety (Indica, Sativa and Ruderalis – and hybrids of these three) that contribute to whether the effect is uplifting/energetic or relaxing/sedating because terpenes are indeed a factor. Our good friends at Green Relief have what is perhaps the most succinct Terpenes-101 that I have seen and can be accessed by clicking here. My primary article last month discussed how cannabis may in time play an important role in the global battle against chronic inflammation and how chronic inflammation is considered by many as the ‘unifying theory’ of disease. Do terpenes play a role? Part of the Green Relief piece indeed emphasizes that “more and more research is indicating that terpenoids play a significant role in the medicinal effects of cannabinoids”. The paper by Dr. Russo states clearly that terpenes “could produce synergy with respect to treatment of pain, inflammation, depression, anxiety, addiction, epilepsy, cancer, fungal and bacterial infections.” Terpenes are referred to as terpenoids when denatured by oxidation (click here for even more information including on terpenoids).
That quote from Dr. Russo’s paper is powerful and may be a key to the successful retail investor and cultivators/producers alike – a key that unlocks a door that many Retail Investors never walk through. Why is that? Last month, we discussed what it would mean to our wellness and health if indeed a return to a diet and lifestyle that did not advance or cause inflammation proved to reduce or eliminate chronic inflammation AND what it would mean if the consumption of cannabis/hemp also contributed to a reduction.
It could change the landscape forever meaning the potential ROI may dwarf that which has already been realized. That quote also lends support to the Entourage Effect whereby synergistic properties of cannabis combine to provide greater effect and benefit then the sum of the components. For those wanting to learn more about the Entourage Effect there is plenty of excellent information online and here is but one reputable source.
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