When choosing a cannabis product, most people start with the consumption method.
Do they want to smoke it, vape it, dab it, place a few drops under the tongue or eat an edible? The consumption method determines the intensity, onset and duration of the effects. The amount of cannabinoids, such asTHC and CBD, is also significant. THC is responsible for the psychoactive effects and binds to receptors in the body’s endocannabinoid system. CBD provides a wide range of therapeutic properties. However, new research indicates that terpenes may also play a big part in the whole cannabis experience. Terpenes are another naturally occurring compound found in the cannabis plant. Terpenes are found in other plants as well and are responsible for the smell, taste, color and even the effects. Some of the more common cannabis terpenes include: