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Humulene: The Appetite-Suppressing Terpene
Humulene suppresses appetite and fights inflammation as effectively as steroids in studies. Learn the science of this beer-scented cannabis terpene.
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Terpenes
Everything about cannabis terpenes - the aromatic compounds that shape effects, flavors, and therapeutic benefits of each strain.
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Wellness 14 min read
Best Cannabis Strains for Stress Relief: The Science
Discover which cannabis strains may help with stress relief, the terpene science behind them, and how to choose the right High Family for you.
Science 14 min read
THC Percentage Is a Terrible Way to Choose Cannabis
High THC doesn't mean a better high. Learn why terpenes, cannabinoids, and the entourage effect matter more than the number on the label.
Science 10 min read
Why You Can't Smell Weed on Yourself (But Everyone Else Can)
The neuroscience of cannabis nose blindness: why your brain hides the smell from you, how smoke clings to your clothes, and what you can do about it.
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100 Cannabis Tips Every Consumer Should Know
The ultimate cannabis cheat sheet. 100 bold, science-backed tips covering dosing, terpenes, storage, edibles, gear, and more.
Wellness 14 min read
Best Cannabis Strains for Pain: Science-Based Guide
Discover the best cannabis strains for pain relief backed by 2025 terpene research, CB2 science, and our High Family classification system.
Science 12 min read
Pinene: The Forest Terpene for Memory and Focus
Discover how pinene works as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor like Alzheimer's drugs, plus the surprising 2025 research on THC and memory.
Science 12 min read
Terpinolene: The Rare Terpene for Energy and Creativity
Why terpinolene strains like Jack Herer deliver clear-headed, creative energy. Science-backed research on CB receptors and anticancer potential.
Science 14 min read
Best Cannabis Strains for Focus and Productivity
Discover which terpenes and strains enhance concentration without the fog. Research-backed recommendations for focused, productive cannabis sessions.
Science 14 min read
Linalool: The Lavender Terpene for Calm and Better Sleep
Discover how linalool creates calm through NMDA receptors. Science-backed research on anxiety, sleep, and why this floral terpene works differently.
Wellness 14 min read
Best Cannabis Strains for Sleep: Science-Based Guide
Discover the best cannabis strains for sleep backed by 2024-2025 clinical research on THC, CBN, myrcene, and terpene profiles.
Science 14 min read
Caryophyllene: The Only Terpene That Acts Like a Cannabinoid
Beta-caryophyllene is the only terpene that binds to cannabinoid receptors. Learn the science behind this dietary cannabinoid.
Science 15 min read
Best Cannabis Strains for Creativity: Science-Backed Guide
Discover how terpenes and cannabinoids unlock creative flow. Science-backed strain recommendations for artists, writers, and creative minds.
Science 11 min read
Cannabis & Anxiety: The Complete Science-Backed Guide to Finding Relief
Discover how cannabinoids and terpenes affect anxiety, which strains may help, and evidence-based strategies for using cannabis safely for stress relief.
Science 19 min read
The Complete Guide to Cannabis Terpenes: Aromas, Effects & The Big 6
Master the 6 major cannabis terpenes: myrcene, limonene, pinene, linalool, caryophyllene & terpinolene. Learn how they shape your high.
Science 9 min read
The Entourage Effect Explained: Your Complete Guide to Cannabis Compound Synergy
Discover why whole-plant cannabis works better than isolated THC. Learn about full-spectrum vs isolate and the science of terpene-cannabinoid synergy.
Science 8 min read
Understanding Limonene: The Citrus Terpene That Elevates Your High
Discover how limonene, the citrus terpene in cannabis, may boost mood, reduce stress, and create uplifting experiences. Science-backed exploration inside.
Wellness 11 min read
Cannabis and Sleep: The Science Behind Better Rest
Explore how cannabis affects your sleep cycles, which cannabinoids and terpenes promote rest, and evidence-based tips for using cannabis as a sleep aid.
Science 10 min read
The Science Behind High Families: How a German Study Changed Cannabis Classification
A 2025 German study of 140 strains proved sativa/indica labels are scientifically meaningless. See how it inspired our High Families system.
Science 13 min read
The Entourage Effect: Why Whole-Plant Cannabis Beats Isolated THC
The entourage effect explains why cannabis compounds work better together. Learn the science behind cannabinoid-terpene synergy with clinical proof.
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Science 9 min read
Indica vs Sativa: Why These Labels Don't Predict Your High
A 90,000-sample study proves indica and sativa labels don't predict effects. Learn what actually matters: terpenes and cannabinoid ratios.
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Science 14 min read
The Complete Science of Cannabis: Terpenes, Cannabinoids & The Entourage Effect (2025 Guide)
Master cannabis science with our comprehensive 2025 guide. Learn about terpenes, cannabinoids, the entourage effect, and how to optimize your experience.
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