Terpenes are bio-chemicals that give cannabis its unique aroma and flavor profiles. They also play an important role in how cannabis affects the body, especially when paired with cannabinoids like CBD, THC, cannabinol (CBN), and cannabigerol (CBG).

Most terpenes are common across varietals of 120 known terpenes in cannabis because they’re produced by the plant itself. Others come from environmental factors like the place where it was grown.

Delta-8 THC

Delta-8 is a cannabinoid commonly found in THC and CBD and has been shown to be promising for pain management. Some studies have shown that it may be more effective than other cannabinoids in treating tumors because it can cross the blood-brain barrier and attack cancer cells in the brain.

Protection from Infection

Delta 8-tetrahydrocannabinol is one of about 85 different cannabinoids that’s found in cannabis and is an important part of the endocannabinoid system (ECS). Delta 8 is often produced by plants as they try to protect themselves from infections. When insects attack plants, they produce delta 8 for self-defense.

Anecdotal evidence suggests that delta 8 may have an effect on epilepsy, cancer cells, blood pressure, inflammation, pain relief, and bacterial infections. Delta 8 may also have a positive effect on mood and anxiety, although more research is needed before we know for sure. It can be used as a replacement for THC if you’re looking to reduce the risk of getting high but still want to take advantage of cannabis’ potential effects. It may also strengthen your resistance to infections by boosting the immune system.

Blends

Delta 8 can be mixed with other terpenes and cannabinoids into a blend.  These blends are then used to treat more than one ailment at once, or even different symptoms of the same ailment.

Delta 8 is great for making CBD oils- not only does it take away the “fishy” smell of the weed when growing indoors, but it also has an added bonus of giving the high a more euphoric feel.  This is because delta 8 has anxiety and paranoia fighting properties. It can also be added to other cannabis oil blends for stress, depression, and sleep deprivation.

Terpene content is important when it comes to choosing your cannabis – the more you know the better. If delta 8 sounds like something you want to try, ask your medical dispensary for strains high in delta 8. At Gold Coast Terpenes, we have a variety of terpenes strain profiles to give you all the options to choose from the Best tasting terpenes MI. Check out our blog for some interesting info about natural terpenes uses and benefits.