CAPITAL Cannabis Investment Report | December 2017
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CAPITAL Cannabis Investment Report | December 2017
or dissolving with fats, inhibiting serotonin uptake and increasing dopamine activity in the brain. Sci-
entists have yet to develop an extensive and detailed understanding of the mechanisms and effects of
many terpenes. However, consumption of certain cannabis strains with particular terpene profiles and
corresponding aromas are generally associated with certain experiences. For example, cannabis strains
that smell of musk or clove (indicating the presence of myrcene) tend to cause sedative and relaxing
effects, strains with a piney scent (indicating the presence of pinene) are used to promote focus and
memory retention, and strains with a lemony scent (indicating the presence of limonene) are con-
sumed for mood uplift.
The following table identifies eight terpenes found in cannabis and lists the medicinal benefits and
therapeutic applications commonly associated with each.
Potential Medicinal Benefits and Therapeutic Applications of Notable Terpenes
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Camphene: Camphene smells strongly of damp woodlands and fir needles and is believed to have
several medicinal benefits, such as antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory, and a therapeutic
application as a bronchodilator. Some studies have shown that camphene could be used to combat
heart disease as an alternative to other pharmaceutically based therapies with harsh side effects. Cam-
phene is a minor component of many essential oils and is used as a food additive.
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