heal It's this dissociative effect that disconnects you from your pain. When smoked, the buzz will start in your head but will soon radiate downward and out through your arms and legs, leaving every inch of you tingling. The buzz is uplifting and thought-provoking; so much so, you won't even remember what aches and pains were troubling you. AFGHAN KUSH It is believed that some of the earliest strains of cannabis were found deep in the mountains of Afghanistan. There, the first landrace Afghani indicas were cultivated. Generations of breeding have resulted in a powerful yet sedating strain we have all come to know as Afghan Kush. Afghan Kush has a distinctly earthy yet floral flavor; a true oasis in the desert. It is often turned to for pain relief, particularly migraine headaches, as well as to help with loss of appetite. As a resin-heavy plant, it is often a first choice for hash production. The buzz is mostly concentrated in the head, however, many have reported a numbing sensation to the body, which is great for easing the discomfort associated with nausea or muscle cramps. If you are growing Afghan Kush you can expect heavy yields of large, hash-green nuggets. Great for relaxing and taking the edge off at the end of the day, Afghan Kush makes the perfect nightcap. CANNATONIC Cannatonic was bred specifically to be high CBD and low THC to treat a wide variety of pain-related ailments and other conditions like depression and anxiety. First bred in Spain, it quickly caught the attention of the medicinal cannabis community where it is now embraced as one of the best strains for pain. The high is laid-back and relaxed, to say the least. You won't get sucked into the couch, but you won't be out running any marathons, either. Cannatonic tastes mildly sweet with a slight bit of citrus. The flavor is not overwhelming, but it fits the calming atmosphere that is sure to set in. Cannatonic has been associated with reducing inflammation in muscles and joints, which makes it a great choice for that post-workout cool-down. “ It is believed that some of the earliest strains of cannabis were found deep in the mountains of Afghanistan..” 58 grow. heal. live. enjoy. GIRL SCOUT COOKIES Did you buy your Girl Scout Cookies this season? Fortunately for us, this kind of Girl Scout Cookie is available all year long. GSC, as it is commonly called, is another boutique strain that produces small clusters of tightly packed buds covered in trichomes. Another hybrid, GSC has a unique quality. It is high in CBG, or cannabigerol, which has a profound impact on your experience. Many times, patients seeking pain relief are put off by the intoxicating effects of marijuana. CBG helps balance the way cannabinoids interact with your body, making for a more well-balanced experience, reducing the chances of anxiety rearing its ugly head. GSC's balance of cannabinoids makes for a truly unique buzz. As an indicadominant hybrid, the effects are as soothing as the taste is sweet. NORTHERN LIGHTS Northern Lights is probably the best-known strain on the list. It is a pure indica whose genetics are a mix of Afghani and Thai landrace strains. No one is quite sure where it originated, however, as rumor has it it came out of the Pacific Northwest just outside of Seattle. Northern Lights is a heavily euphoric strain that draws the user into a trance-like state. It has a moderate amount of CBD and with THC levels approaching 18 per cent, the buzz is evenly split between your mind and body. Some strains are energetic and will keep you up at night. Northern Lights has a sweet, piney flavor that will ease you into bed and carry you into a deep slumber. This is the perfect strain for unwinding and leaving the pains and troubles of the day behind you. myhydrolife.com
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