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What is Myrcene?

Oct. 21, 2025, 3:02 p.m.

Myrcene, technically beta-myrcene, is a monoterpene hydrocarbon with the formula C10H16. It is a primary building block of plant aroma, and in cannabis it is widely recognized as the most abundant terpene across modern commercial varieties.

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What is Limonene?

Oct. 21, 2025, 2:57 p.m.

Limonene is one of the most recognizable terpenes in cannabis, immediately identifiable by its zesty, lemon-forward fragrance. Weedmaps describes it as the vibrant, citrusy note reminiscent of lemon, orange, lime, and grapefruit peels, and Leafly notes it is produced in the flower’s resin glands .…

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What is γ-Terpinene?

Oct. 21, 2025, 2:57 p.m.

γ‑Terpinene is a volatile monoterpene hydrocarbon with the formula C10H16 and a molecular weight of about 136.24 g/mol. It belongs to the p‑menthane family and is an isomer of α‑terpinene, β‑terpinene, and terpinolene, differing only in how its double bonds are arranged.

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What is β-Pinene?

Oct. 21, 2025, 2:57 p.m.

β‑Pinene is one of the two primary pinene isomers found in nature, the other being α‑pinene. In cannabis, β‑pinene is a highly volatile monoterpene that contributes pine forest, woody, and slightly herbal-green aromas, often described as resinous and fresh.

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What is α-Pinene?

Oct. 21, 2025, 2:56 p.m.

α-Pinene is a bicyclic monoterpene with the formula C10H16 and the unmistakable scent of fresh pine needles and resin. It exists as two mirror-image forms, but in cannabis discussions, α-pinene typically refers to the alpha isomer rather than its structural sibling β-pinene.

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The Complex Relationship Between Cannabis and Blood Pressure: What the Science Says

Aug. 6, 2025, 6 a.m.

A significant question that frequently arises in this new landscape is: will cannabis lower blood pressure?

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Molecular Studies on CBD’s Role in Resolving Chronic Inflammation

Aug. 5, 2025, 2:39 p.m.

The exploration of cannabidiol (CBD) in the context of chronic inflammation has surged to the forefront of both scientific inquiry and patient interest over the last decade. Recent molecular studies have shed light on how CBD interacts with the body’s complex cellular circuitry, providing a promi.…

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Challenges in Standardizing Cannabinoid-Based Anti-Inflammatory Therapies

Aug. 5, 2025, 2:39 p.m.

The field of cannabinoid-based anti-inflammatory therapies is evolving rapidly, yet it faces critical challenges when it comes to standardization. Recent clinical and pharmacological studies indicate significant hurdles due to the diverse composition of cannabis compounds, variable extraction met.…

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Cannabinoid Effects on Mast Cell Degranulation and Allergic Inflammation

Aug. 5, 2025, 2:39 p.m.

Cannabinoid research has rapidly evolved over the past few decades, leading to new insights into their effects on various physiological systems, including immune regulation and allergic responses. Recent studies suggest that cannabinoids, the active compounds found in cannabis, have profound immu.…

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Cannabinoid Effects on Blood-Brain Barrier in Inflammatory States

Aug. 5, 2025, 2:38 p.m.

Cannabinoids and their effects on the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in states of inflammation have captured the attention of the scientific community in recent years. Recent research, such as the study published on PMC, indicates that compounds like cannabidiol (CBD) have significant potential to mod.…

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