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CANNABINOIDS

Endocannabinoids vs. Phytocannabinoids – What's the Difference?


Endocannabinoids (En·do·can·na·bi·noids)
These are natural chemicals made by your body. They’re part of your endocannabinoid system (ECS), which helps control things like mood, appetite, pain, and immune response.


Examples:

  • Anandamide (AEA): Known as the “bliss molecule” — it helps with mood, appetite, and pain.
  • 2-AG: Helps manage inflammation, immunity, and brain reward responses.


Phytocannabinoids (Phyto·can·na·bi·noids)
These are cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. They act like endocannabinoids by working with the same receptors in your body.


Examples:

  • THC: The one that gets you “high.”
  • CBD: Offers therapeutic benefits without the high.


Key Difference:

  • Endocannabinoids = made by your body
  • Phytocannabinoids = come from the cannabis plant


TERPENES

What Are Terpenes?


Terpenes (ter‧penes) are aromatic compounds found in a variety of plants, including cannabis. They

contribute to the distinctive smells and flavors of different cannabis varieties and are key players in the

“entourage effect,” where they work in synergy with cannabinoids like THC and CBD to enhance or

modulate the overall effects of the plant and consumption experience.



The Role of Terpenes in Cannabis

Terpenes give cannabis its aroma and flavor—but they also influence how it makes you feel. Here's a quick look at some important terpenes and their effects:


🌿 Limonene

  • Smells Like: Citrus (lemon, orange)
  • Feels Like: Uplifting, energizing, mood-boosting
  • Great For: Stress, anxiety, low mood
  • Also In: Citrus fruits, peppermint


🍃 Myrcene

  • Smells Like: Earthy, musky, cloves
  • Feels Like: Calming, sedative, “couch-lock”
  • Great For: Relaxation, sleep, pain relief
  • Also In: Mangoes, thyme, lemongrass


🌱 Ocimene

  • Smells Like: Sweet, herbal, woody
  • Feels Like: Energetic, creative, uplifting
  • Great For: Mood lift, daytime use
  • Also In: Mint, orchids, parsley


🌶️ Caryophyllene

  • Smells Like: Peppery, spicy, woody
  • Feels Like: Soothing, pain-relieving
  • Great For: Pain, anxiety, inflammation
  • Also In: Black pepper, cinnamon, cloves


🌸 Terpinolene

  • Smells Like: Floral, piney, herbal
  • Feels Like: Mood-boosting or relaxing (varies)
  • Great For: Sleep, anxiety, mood balance
  • Also In: Lilacs, nutmeg, cumin


🌲 Pinene

  • Smells Like: Pine, fresh woods
  • Feels Like: Clear-headed, alert, focused
  • Great For: Focus, memory, inflammation
  • Also In: Pine needles, rosemary, basil


🌼 Linalool

  • Smells Like: Lavender, floral
  • Feels Like: Calming, relaxing, anti-anxiety
  • Great For: Stress, anxiety, sleep
  • Also In: Lavender, mint, coriander