CANNABIS 101: SATIVA
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What is Sativa?
Sativa is one of the classications of marijuana (the others being indica & hybrid). It is known for its effects of “head high” and lowers ones anxiety and stress but increases their focus and brings out creativity. It contains compounds known as cannabinoids, and THC which is the primary component. THC is interacted with the receptors in your brain and body. These receptors are known as cannabinoid receptors which release neurotransmitters creating effects such and euphoria, pain relief, relaxation and an altered perception. Sativa also has non psychoactive compounds such as CBD which gives off the “high” experienced which is benecial for therapeutic purposes.
Positive side effects of sativa
1.) Pain relief: One of the benecial factors of Sativa is that it can help people who are dealing with chronic pain conditions. These can help to lower pain levels with people who are suffering fropm arthritis, neuropathy, muscle tightening, and multiple sclerosis.
2.) Medicinal use: The CBD and THC found in cannabis can help ease symptoms of many who are dealing with health issues. CBD manages the pain and can help reduce anxiety among other symptoms. It is also known that THC can help nausea.
3.) Stress relief: Sativa helps your body become in a relaxed state which reduces your stress and anxiety levels. CBD has calming effects which lower your anxiety levels among other stress issues such as insomnia.
4.) Increased creativity: It is said that sativa can help increase your creative levels making you productive and expand your creative thinking. You may also experience increased problem solving skills.
Best time to use a sativa strain
It is best to take sativa cannabis during the day or in the morning especially when you need a boost with your creativity and need help with your motivation. One of the best times to take it is during a social gathering or anytime you feel the need to be creative. Sativa can encourage you to become a conversation starter or really liven up the moment. It is also important to know everyone is different so this might not be the best for some users.
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