It’s common knowledge that many use cannabis and natural products to treat pain symptoms, especially as the nation reckons with the deadly consequences of the opioid epidemic. But what if aromatic compounds in cannabis could treat chronic pain alone, without the side effects of THC?
These aromatic compounds, called terpenes, give cannabis strains their distinct taste and smell. Terpenes are not unique to cannabis: Linalool is the chemical that makes lavender smell, limonine is the primary component of lemons, beta-caryophyllene gives pepper its kick and geraniol makes up citronella and rose oil. Read more »
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