The market for cannabidiol (CBD) is projected to grow by almost $30 billion in the next five years. As an increasing number of medical professionals endorse CBD, its use continues to permeate every industry from mixed martial arts to basketball.
CBD is commonly sold as an oil that’s made by extracting CBD and terpenes from the cannabis plant. But what are terpenes, and what do they do when we ingest them?
Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about terpenes in CBD oil.
What Are Terpenes?
Terpenes are aroma molecules found in aromatic herbs and citrus fruits. For example, the terpenes of lemon are found in the oils in its peel. That’s why your fingers will smell like lemons simply from rubbing their surface!
Marijuana typically has over a hundred terpenes. For example, the pineapple haze strain is high in citrusy terpenes, which is why it smells like pineapples.
What Do Terpenes Do?
Terpenes give marijuana its aroma and influence its effects. For example, two strains with identical CBD content but with differing terpenes will produce differing effects. There are over 30,000 known terpenes including Limonene—which has been proven to effectively remedy stress—and Alpha-Pinene—which is known to reduce inflammation.
Do They Produce Any Psychoactive or Side Effects?
Terpenes produce almost no psychoactive effects on their own. However, they can alter the effects of the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis—tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)— if ingested alongside it. This is known as the “entourage effect”. To avoid psychoactive effects, the optimal way to use cannabis is through CBD oils that contain no THC.
Ingesting terpenes in high doses can cause skin irritations and lower your blood pressure. Some terpenes such as Limonene and Linalool can also cause breathing problems in sensitive individuals. It’s therefore vital to ensure terpenes are diluted before use.
To avoid toxicity, we recommend consulting licensed CBD oil sellers who have the necessary training to dilute their products.
What Are Some Common Terpenes In CBD Oil?
Two commonly occurring terpenes in cannabis are Limonene and Alpha-Pinene. Limonene is commonly found in citrus fruits. Early research suggests that it aids in the reduction of anxiety and stress. Meanwhile, Alpha-Pinene is the source of aromas from pine trees. Limited research shows that Alpha-Pinene has anti-inflammatory effects.
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