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Humulene & b-Caryophyllene
Humulene is no stranger to modern biomedical research, including studies on black pepper, hops, and ginseng. Humulene also plays a role in pharmacokinetics—the study of how the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes drugs—showing potential to be distributed rapidly throughout the body via both oral and topical absorption of an oil derived from the tropical plant black sage (Cordia verbenacea). Oil from this plant has also shown anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. This is the go-to terpene for arthritic pain.
Humulene’s Potential Effects & Benefits
Anti-Inflammatory
Arthritis
Antifungal
Antibacterial
The terpene b-Caryophyllene is present in many herbs and spices, including black pepper, basil, and oregano, and cannabis strains with high levels of it deliver a spicy, funky warmth to the nose, similar to cinnamon and cloves. b-Caryophyllene is the only terpene known to act as a cannabinoid: it can activate our endocannabinoid system to provide anti-inflammatory effects. If you struggle with Ulcers, Stomach Pain or Generalized Nausea, this terpene is right for you.
b-Caryophyllene Potential Effects & Benefits
Anti-Inflammatory
Nausea
Ulcers & Overall Stomach Pain