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When looking at the fruitier terpenes, Limonene stands out as one of the most common and easily recognizable terps found in cannabis. It’s associated with sweet and citrusy aromas, and even naturally exists within certain fruit rinds. Due to its unique aroma, Limonene is also used in a wide variety of cleaning supplies and cosmetic products.  A few well-known strains of cannabis that feature...

With such a wide variety of terpenes existing within the world of cannabis, it can be difficult to keep track of them all. But Caryophyllene stands out as one of the most commonly found terpenes in cannabis. It’s also found in pepper, oregano, cinnamon, and even in hops. Caryophyllene’s signature aroma contributes pungent and funky notes that can often be a little spicy. Aside from its unique...

One of the most unique aspects of solventless products is that they retain the lipids and fats that naturally exist within cannabis plants’ trichomes. Although some believe these organic compounds aren’t essential, the entourage effect that is provided by a strain’s full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes is likely influenced by the presence of fats and lipids. For example, the fats and...

As we've previously discussed, the liver breaks down THC to become more bioavailable while the human body digests cannabis edibles. This part of the digestion process allows THC to pass through an important cell membrane that's located in the brain. It’s called the blood-brain barrier; but what is the purpose and importance of this membrane? The blood-brain barrier exists as an extra layer of...