3 Terpenes Known to Target Pain and Inflammation
A 2018 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 20% of the U.S. population suffers from chronic pain [1]. Unfortunately, the most common form of pain relief in western culture is prescription opioids. On average, 130 Americans die every day from …
6 Terpenes Known to Hold Antiviral Properties
Antiviral terpenes and the research associated Terpenes are a diverse group of natural compounds produced by a plethora of plants that are proving to hold promising therapeutic potential. There are more than 20,000 terpenes found in the natural world and around 100 of these are …
Cannabis Derived Terpenes Demystified
Cannabis is easily one of the most recognizable aromas in the world. While mostly associated with a distinctive skunkiness, the scent of cannabis is complex and diverse. Strain-specific aromas vary from citrusy and acidic to earthy and grass-like. Some even hold surprisingly pleasant gassy and …
Sensing Terpenes: A Guide to Terpene Aromas and Flavors
Terpenes As Aroma & Flavoring Agents Terpenes are the scent molecules found in all plants and serve as a major component of plant resins. This makes them the primary ingredients of any given plant’s essential oil. Thus, terpenes contribute to providing the unique essence, or …
Cannabis Derived Terpenes Vs. Botanically Derived Terpenes
The Terpene Trifecta: Flavor, Fragrance, Therapy Terpenes are potent scent molecules that provide plants their natural means of warding off predators, attracting pollinators and cooling themselves during times of extended heat. Terpenes exist in every living plant. They have unknowingly been appreciated by cultures for …
