{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/cannatonic/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_2099-markdown","title":"Top 10 High-CBD Marijuana Strains for Anxiety","slug":"top-10-high-cbd-marijuana-strains-for-anxiety","content":"Medical marijuana can help reduce anxiety both for those who suffer from anxiety disorders as well as individuals who experience stress in their everyday lives. At high levels, however, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can, for some people, increase anxiety due to its psychoactive qualities. That said, non-psychoactive cannabidiol (CBD) has been shown to [successfully reduce anxiety](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4604171/). \n\nA new study out of Vanderbilt University found that [cannabinoid receptors](http://www.cell.com/neuron/abstract/S0896-62731400017-8) are present in the part of the brain associated with emotion in mice. These receptors, present in the area of the brain that dictates the fight or flight response, are closely linked to anxiety. It’s believed that these receptors are also present in the amygdala of humans, which could explain why medical marijuana is effective at helping people with anxiety. \n\n![Untitled81-min (1).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled81_min_1_e34fa8c865.png)\n\n### CBD Strains Are Most Effective at Reducing Anxiety\n\nA 2011 study published in _Neuropyschopharmacology_ showed that, when it comes to using marijuana for anxiety, [CBD was extremely beneficial for patients with social anxiety disorder](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21307846). The study was conducted with 24 participants diagnosed with social anxiety disorder as well as a control group of 12 people who didn’t have the disorder. Half of the participants with social anxiety disorder were given CBD, while the other half were given a placebo. All of the study participants then had to complete a public speaking test. \n\nPhysiological measures were taken before, during and after the test. The physiological measures, as well as personal surveys taken after the public speaking test, showed a significant decrease in anxiety levels in patients who were administered CBD.\n\nIt turns out [anandamide](https://www.nature.com/articles/s41401-018-0075-x), which is a naturally occurring substance in the body that helps decrease anxiety, stays intact with the introduction of CBD. This is because CBD strains decrease the production of the fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH), which naturally degrades anandamide. \n\nRELATED: [WHY DOES CANNABIS MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD?](https://hellomd.com/articles/why-does-cannabis-make-you-feel-good/)\n\n![Untitledval90.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledval90_83319d194d.png)\n\n### 10 Best Marijuana Strains for Anxiety\n\nChoosing a strain of medicinal marijuana that helps control your anxiety can involve some testing to find what works best for you. It’s important to choose a strain with adequate levels of CBD in order to control anxiety. CBD levels should be higher than or balanced with THC, which allows for the psychoactive side effects of the THC to be counteracted by the CBD. Here are some of the best high-CBD marijuana strains on the market that can help with anxiety.\n\n![Untitledva2-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledva2_min_5d14d8521a.png)\n\n### 1. [Harlequin](https://hellomd.ca/strains/harlequin)\n\n[Harlequin](https://hellomd.ca/strains/harlequin) is a 75% sativa-dominant hybrid that’s known for its higher CBD to THC levels. With a 5:2 ratio of CBD to THC, it typically has about 8–16% CBD with 4–7% THC. Harlequin is known to produce a clear head; patients report feeling more alert following consumption. The marijuana strain is effective at reducing anxiety because high levels of CBD provide relaxation without sedation. Harlequin is a good choice for people with anxiety due to its low THC content. \n\n![Untitledva3-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledva3_min_64bc0e518b.png)\n\n### 2. [Harle-Tsu](https://hellomd.ca/strains/harle-tsu)\n\n[Harle-Tsu](https://hellomd.ca/strains/harle-tsu) is known for its extremely high levels of CBD, which is often found at rates 20 times higher than that of THC. As such, the strain has strong anxiety-relieving properties. Harle-Tsu is known for producing relaxed and focused feelings, and it’s also effective at decreasing stress levels. People often report that they feel uplifted and happy after smoking this marijuana strain.\n\n![Untitledva33-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledva33_min_88c570eecc.png)\n\n### 3. [ACDC](https://hellomd.ca/strains/acdc)\n\n[ACDC](https://hellomd.ca/strains/acdc/) is one of the highest CBD strains around. ACDC has a 20:1 CBD to THC ratio, with CBD levels as high as 19%. This sativa-dominant cannabis strain is extremely effective at reducing anxiety, with little to no pyschoactivity due to its high ratio of CBD to THC. Patients report feeling relaxed and happy when they consume the ACDC strain. According to some reports, one possible drawback is the potential for dry mouth.\n\n![Untitledva4-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledva4_min_c885069f07.png)\n\n### 4. [CBD Shark](https://hellomd.com/strains/cbd-shark)\n\n[CBD Shark](https://hellomd.com/strains/cbd-shark) is an 80% indica-dominant strain that has an equal ratio of CBD to THC. This strain is very helpful at reducing anxiety without any overly intoxicating effects. A well-balanced marijuana strain, CBD Shark is known to produce clear-minded, happy and relaxing effects. This strain could be a good choice for evening use or if people have anxiety as well as pain, because it has enough THC to produce pain-relieving and sleep-inducing effects with borderline psychoactivity.\n\n![Untitledva5-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledva5_min_77cafdc368.png)\n\n### 5. [Canna-Tsu](https://hellomd.com/strains/canna-tsu)\n\n[Canna-Tsu](https://hellomd.com/strains/canna-tsu) is a hybrid marijuana strain that’s a mix of Cannatonic and Sour Tsunami. Canna-Tsu is known for its higher levels of CBD. That said, it has a 1:1 ratio of CBD to THC, which may result in some psychoactivity. Known to produce calming effects and mental clarity, Canna-Tsu is effective at reducing anxiety. And it provides anti-inflammatory benefits, too. \n\n![Untitledva6-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledva6_min_e188da9aef.png)\n\n### 6. [Haoma](https://hellomd.com/strains/haoma)\n\n[Haoma](https://hellomd.com/strains/haoma) is a 70% indica strain that has calming and stress-relieving effects. It’s typically found at around a 1:1 ratio of CBD to THC—meaning some may experience a psychoactive effect. Haoma helps to reduce anxiety because of its higher levels of CBD. Since there are a few different varieties of Haoma, each type varies slightly in the amount of CBD it contains. Because Haoma is an indica, it’s a great choice for people with anxiety who also need a marijuana strain that will help them fall asleep. \n\n![Untitledval7-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledval7_min_6a22e1c2f5.png)\n\n### 7. [Cannatonic](https://hellomd.ca/strains/cannatonic)\n\n[Cannatonic](https://hellomd.ca/strains/cannatonic) is known for its low THC content—often below 6%—and high CBD content, which can run as high as 17%, though it can sometimes be higher. The high-CBD strain is known for its relaxing and uplifting qualities with little to no psychoactive effects, depending on how much is consumed. Cannatonic holds acclaim as one of the top medical marijuana strains for reducing anxiety as well inflammation. \n\n![Untitledval8-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledval8_min_cfe4e04aa5.png)\n\n### 8. [Trident](https://hellomd.com/strains/trident)\n\n[Trident](https://hellomd.com/strains/trident) is a high-CBD strain that helps people stay mentally focused. It usually has CBD levels hovering around 12% and THC levels under 6%. Known for its relaxing and focusing effects, Trident is very effective at helping people control their anxiety and stress. Folks may experience mild psychoactivity when consuming Trident, but people typically report feeling a more cerebral effect with this marijuana strain.\n\n![Untitledval9-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledval9_min_e7e5b446ae.png)\n\n### 9. [Sour Tsunami](https://hellomd.ca/strains/sour-tsunami)\n\n[Sour Tsunami](https://hellomd.ca/strains/sour-tsunami) is a cannabis strain that’s specifically bred for its high CBD content and as a result is highly sought after for its medicinal properties. This sativa-dominant hybrid has about 10–11% CBD and a THC content typically under 10%. This strain can help relieve anxiety, and it may also help ease painful conditions, because of its moderate levels of THC. Sour Tsunami is also known to combat inflammation. People often report feeling clear-headed after ingesting this popular medicinal strain.\n\n![Untitledval-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitledval_min_7ce091136d.png)\n\n### 10. [Valentine X](https://hellomd.com/strains/valentine-x)\n\n[Valentine X](https://hellomd.com/strains/valentine-x) is a 50/50 hybrid strain with a 25:1 ratio of CBD to THC. A variant of ACDC, this marijuana strain is known to induce feelings of deep relaxation—a plus for those suffering from anxiety. Named after St. Valentine—the patron saint of lovers and folks with epilepsy, Valentine X can also help ease seizures, fatigue and inflammation.\n\nDo you have questions about cannabis? Ask a question on [HelloMD's Answers page](https://hellomd.com/questions-and-answers/). A doctor or member of our community will answer.\n\nIf you're new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/14b42/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.jpg","srcSet":"/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/f836f/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.jpg 200w,\n/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/2244e/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.jpg 400w,\n/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/14b42/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.jpg 800w,\n/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/47498/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.jpg 1200w,\n/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/54ac5/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.jpg 1365w","srcWebp":"/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/58556/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/61e93/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.webp 200w,\n/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/1f5c5/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.webp 400w,\n/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/58556/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.webp 800w,\n/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/99238/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.webp 1200w,\n/static/7ce362466fc0d98d1aff723793eae89a/5e0b8/e54bb5f12d928ad192df013dba643062.webp 1365w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2846-markdown","title":"6 Cannabis Strains & Products to Help You Relax","slug":"6-cannabis-strains-and-products-to-help-you-relax","content":"Looking to melt away your stress and anxiety with cannabis? You aren’t alone. Relaxation is one of the most common reasons people take cannabis, both recreationally and medically—and it certainly seems to help.\n\nMarijuana is known for its ability to [relax tension, ease the mind, and reduce anxiety and stress](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/55a40a5f66313700063c0000/does-marijuana-ease-anxiety). Research even shows that when individuals are treated with cannabis, [both their subjective levels of stress and the biological markers of anxiety, such as cortisol levels, decrease](https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00213-017-4648-z). \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nOf course, not all cannabis products are the same, and some marijuana strains and products are more relaxing than others are. Read on for our list of favorite cannabis strains and products to promote calm, peace and relaxation. \n\n### 1. Wildflower’s CBD Tincture’s Tropical Flavor Imparts Extra Relaxation\n\n![Wildflower CBD tincture](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-a5ca6abb-d7ab-4721-b206-f2bbc8ff328c/original.png)\n\nWhen it comes to relaxing with cannabis, one easy way to go is with [tinctures rich in cannabidiol (CBD), like this one from Wildflower](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57af1902f174000152301e/cbd-wellness). CBD is a safe and non-intoxicating cannabinoid that’s known for its ability to:\n\n* Relieve pain\n* Reduce inflammation \n* Promote relaxation\n\nSince CBD won’t get you high, it’s a great way to stay calm and functional throughout the day. Just hold a few drops under your tongue for 30 seconds, swallow and wait for the relaxation to set in. \n\nThis particular CBD tincture has a delicious tropical fruit flavor. Close your eyes and imagine yourself on a tropical island for extra relaxation. \n\n### 2. CBD Cookie Dough From Cured Includes Many Relaxing Cannabinoids\n\n![Cured CBD Cookie Dough](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-7dd73720-a88c-4534-9770-f9e81c70ce70/original.png)\n\nWhile sublingual tinctures are an easy way to go, some prefer the effects from eating a cannabis edible. If you’re looking for a sweet treat that will leave you feeling mellow and happy, try [Cured’s CBD Cookie Dough](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57a91e02f1740001522f9a/cured-dough).\n\nThis cookie dough isn’t designed to be baked—just eat right from the packet any time, any place for instant calm. It’s healthy, gluten-free, nut-based and won’t fill you up with empty carbs or get you high. And it’s infused with a blend of hemp-derived cannabinoids besides CBD like:\n\n* [Cannabinol (CBN)](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a00c7e5462abf14dd36415f/having-trouble-sleeping-try-non-psychoactive-cbn)\n* [Cannabigerol (CBG)](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a99e483f24d1300077ccb6e/beyond-thc-and-cbd-what-you-need-to-know-about-cbc-cbn-and-cbg)\n* [Cannabidiolic acid (CBDA)](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5aa8a1f1f24d1300077ccb8a/the-10-cannabinoids-in-cannabis-you-should-know)\n\nThe combination of all of these cannabinoids may leave you feeling calm, happy and blissfully relaxed. \n\n### 3. Cannatonic Cannabis Flower Will Leave You Feeling Happy & Focused \n\n![Cannatonic marijuana flower](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-c9e06c98-e8a4-4077-acd3-01a8a00109a9/original.png)\n\nIf you prefer to smoke or vape your CBD in flower form, it’s important to know what CBD-rich strains work best for relaxation. One [CBD-rich marijuana strain that’s rated highly for anxiety relief is Cannatonic](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abbf54d1bb06d0008614053/cannatonic-cbd-171). \n\nThis hybrid CBD cannabis strain has an earthy aroma with notes of lemon and wood, and is known for its easygoing, happy and focused effects. Whether you’re smoking, vaping or eating your cannabis flower, this strain is a great choice to promote relaxation.  \n\nRELATED: [FINDING SUCCESS WITH CANNABIS TO REDUCE ANXIETY](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a99f400f24d1300077ccb72/finding-success-with-cannabis-to-reduce-anxiety)\n\n### 4. Sour Diesel Marijuana Strain Is Rich in THC, Which Is Relaxing for Some \n\n![Sour Diesel cannabis strain](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-25416ec3-8f82-46e9-9519-ecd941b70781/original.png)\n\nWhile CBD is very relaxing, some find that marijuana strains with more tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) give an added boost to cannabis’s calming powers. For an [uplifting but relaxing cannabis strain, try Sour Diesel](https://www.hellomd.com/products/58ffb4f83242100ab1618015/sour-diesel). \n\nNamed for its diesel-like aroma, and known for its energetic and happy high, this popular sativa strain is widely available and easy to find. So, don’t stress about tracking down an elusive or rare cannabis strain to tame your anxiety. Sometimes the most popular marijuana strains are popular for a reason, and for those who do well with high-THC sativas, Sour Diesel is a perfect option for relaxation. \n\n### 5. Hindu Kush Cannabis Flower Has Sedative & Relaxing Properties\n\n![Hindu Kush cannabis flower](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-c5371a82-62a0-4391-b4ab-8ec8ef1961a3/original.png)\n\nWhile sativas like Sour Diesel work best for some patients, they can actually make anxiety worse for others. If sativas aren’t your style, but you still want the extra relaxation effect from THC, try a [heavy indica strain like Hindu Kush](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abc142d1bb06d000861407f/float). \n\nThis pure indica has a sweet and earthy aroma and provides a relaxed, happy and sedative high. But be forewarned, if you’re sensitive to the sleep-inducing highs of heavy indicas, this incredibly chill strain just may put you to sleep. \n \n### 6. Verte Essentials’ Elevate Luxe Soak’s Invigorating Ingredients Will Melt Stress Away\n\n![Verte Essentials Elevate Luxe Soak](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-20d3eea3-1980-4ea9-803c-4197894ff782/original.png)\n\nWant to add an extra level to your relaxing cannabis experience? Try drawing yourself a bath with the [Elevate Luxe Soak from Verte Essentials](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57bb3202f17400015230c3/elevate-luxe-soak). This indulgent mix of Epsom and Himalayan sea salts is blended with hemp-based CBD and an invigorating mix of herbs and spices like:\n\n* Cloves\n* Cardamom\n* Black pepper\n* Cinnamon stick\n* Ginger\n* Nutmeg\n \nJust add to your next bath and soak in the calming mixture. While you won’t get high, both CBD and the salts are known for their ability to relax the body and tame stress. \n\nPhoto credit: [Oleksandr Pidvalnyi](https://www.pexels.com/@freestockpro) (main image)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b8882d88dd0720008373fcf/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-to-about-marijuana) index of articles. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/14b42/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.jpg","srcSet":"/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/f836f/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.jpg 200w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/2244e/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.jpg 400w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/14b42/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.jpg 800w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/47498/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.jpg 1200w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/0e329/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.jpg 1600w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/5775e/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.jpg 3647w","srcWebp":"/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/58556/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/61e93/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.webp 200w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/1f5c5/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.webp 400w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/58556/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.webp 800w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/99238/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.webp 1200w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/7c22d/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.webp 1600w,\n/static/f4c4c986c17528e2a0fed31f0614fa02/4e6e9/3991bec4c4a64e0b08a85ab268f2a855.webp 3647w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2793-markdown","title":"Top Cannabis Pairings for Your Next Live Music Event","slug":"top-cannabis-pairings-for-your-next-live-music-event","content":"If you love cannabis, you’ve probably noticed the incredible way it can enhance listening to music. Putting on your favorite songs after consuming some marijuana can be an almost spiritual experience. Time seems to slow down, the music fully captures your attention and everything just sounds so good. \n\nI’ve had many positive experiences listening to music while enjoying cannabis, but my favorites have been when the music was live. Listening to live music can be a fun, relaxing and enjoyable way to spend free time with friends. But listening to live music after taking marijuana brings it to another level entirely. And there are actually some scientific explanations about why music seems so much richer after consuming cannabis.\n\nCurious about trying cannabis for your next live music experience? We’ve got a few recommendations on what kind of marijuana to try before your favorite artist’s next performance. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n### Why Cannabis Makes Music So Enjoyable\n\nMarijuana consumers tend to report an increase in enjoyment with listening to music and playing it, too. But how does cannabis make music so entertaining? Scientists have explored this question, and they have a few ideas about what’s going on:\n\n* **Cannabis slows perception of time for musicians:** One of the major factors that researchers believe affects our enjoyment of music—especially for the musicians themselves—is how we perceive time. Interestingly, cannabis can actually speed up certain mental processes, leading to a relative slowing down of time. In one study, [cannabis consumers perceived a 15-second time interval as 16.7 seconds](https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/BF00402390). Some believe this helps musicians improvise, because they have more subjective time to figure out their next moves. \n\n* **Marijuana increases focus and attention:** For those listening to music, time slowing down allows them to perceive more of the music with more focus and attention. “When your time perception changes, your focus of attention changes,” says Jorg Fachner, a researcher studying the phenomena. “You might have an enhanced ability to select certain information and disregard other information, which could help distinguish the individual sounds a bit more intensively.” \n\n>This can leave the music seeming more clear, clean and distinct than it would otherwise. And this may enhance enjoyment. Previous research showed that [marijuana could also cause noises to seem louder](https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/02791072.1978.10471870), an effect that may also increase our attention to music.\n\n>In Fachner’s research, he saw that the [areas of the brain that lit up in music-listening cannabis consumers were the same areas stimulated in gifted mathematicians solving complex math problems](https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1300/J175v02n02_02). Cannabis can help us to focus more on the intricacies and details of the music, while using less mental energy to do so. \n\nRELATED: [STAFF PICKS: 8 ALBUMS TO LISTEN TO WHEN YOU’RE TOO HIGH](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b58dc91a1805500087db9bd/staff-picks-8-albums-to-listen-to-when-youre-too-high)\n\n* **Cannabis keeps your mind in the moment:** Fachner also explains that those listening to music on cannabis tend to stay in the present moment. With marijuana, it can become temporarily challenging to integrate past, present and future memories. This tends to make it easier for those consuming the plant to stay firmly in the present moment, focused on enjoying those tunes. \n\n* **Much music has been made by marijuana consumers:** Some argue that cannabis makes music more enjoyable because [a lot of music has been made by cannabis consumers](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5888177429f44d000c1d76ff/why-does-music-sound-better-with-marijuana). Taking cannabis before listening can help people get into the mindset of the musicians, and so may help the listener have more of a connection with the music. \n\n### Cannabis for Concerts: What to Try\n\nWhatever kind of music you love, cannabis can make it even more enjoyable. But there are big differences in the various types of marijuana and some strains may fit better with specific kinds of music. Before you head to your next concert or festival with some marijuana in your pocket, you may want to think about what type of cannabis would fit best with the performance you’re about to enjoy. \n\nHere are our top cannabis strain picks for a variety of musical genres that you may encounter on your musical adventures:\n\n#### For an EDM Festival, Bring Along an Uplifting Cannabis Sativa Strain\n\nTaking a trip to an electronic dance music (EDM) festival? Try an uplifting and energetic sativa strain like [Super Lemon Haze](https://www.hellomd.com/products?strainId=5a7ce2f6d520d60009f4f4b4) or [Jack Herer](https://www.hellomd.com/products?strainId=5a7cd5d1d520d60009f4f4b1). These euphoria-inducing sativas will keep your energy levels up and keep you in the mood ready for more dancing. \n\n#### Choose a Non-Psychoactive CBD-Rich Marijuana Strain for a Classical Music Concert \n\nHeading to an elegant orchestral performance or classical music recital? High cannabidiol (CBD) cannabis options may be the best choice for you. [CBD products with a 1:1 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) to CBD ratio](https://www.hellomd.com/products?isHighCbd=true&cbdThcRatio=1%3A1) like the strain [Cannatonic](https://www.hellomd.com/products?strainId=5a7ce5dcd520d60009f4f4bd) will increase relaxation and musical enjoyment while keeping your mind sharp for conversations at intermission. Choose from the wide array of edibles like [CBD gummies](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5ab59ac95ff2ea000b4e9752/pineapple-coconut-cbd-gummies) and [1:1 soft gel capsules](https://www.hellomd.com/products/58f14c8dff1cb500126e28b9/11-soft-gel-capsules) for a discreet way to medicate at these often indoor and non-smoking events.   \n\n#### Relax Your Mind at a Rap Concert With a Body-Heavy Hybrid\n \nIf you’re listening to live rap music, you’ll want to smoke like a rapper and try marijuana hybrids that will give you a heavy body high and relaxed mind like [OG Kush](https://www.hellomd.com/products?strainId=5a7cce66d520d60009f4f4ab), or [GSC](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7ce3c1d520d60009f4f4b6/girl-scout-cookies) (formerly called Girl Scout Cookies). These stress-reducing strains will leave you feeling chill and ready to listen to some high-speed rapping. Remember, on cannabis time, everything seems to slow down, so you should be able to catch all of the clever puns, wordplay and pop culture references. \n\n#### Match the Vibe of an Easygoing Folk Music Show With a Mellow Hybrid or Indica\n\nListening to live folk music? Match the mellow acoustic vibes with a low-intensity hybrid or indica marijuana strain like [Blue Dream](https://www.hellomd.com/products?strainId=5a70be4e6c30440008cafd14) or [Mr. Nice](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5b313a339755250007f2ae7c/mr-nice). Both are relaxed and happy strains with a light body high. Both are also known to create a dreamy and creative state in consumers. Try one out and sway to the music. You may find yourself getting lyrical. \n\nPhoto credit: [Kobe Subramaniam](https://unsplash.com/@kobebigs)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56201c206430320006bb0000/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online. \n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/14b42/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.jpg","srcSet":"/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/f836f/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.jpg 200w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/2244e/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.jpg 400w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/14b42/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.jpg 800w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/47498/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.jpg 1200w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/0e329/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.jpg 1600w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/863bf/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.jpg 3605w","srcWebp":"/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/58556/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/61e93/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.webp 200w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/1f5c5/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.webp 400w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/58556/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.webp 800w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/99238/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.webp 1200w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/7c22d/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.webp 1600w,\n/static/58feb94be9e985f6a486dc4d05377db8/4a11b/235a6fa83ac31f62b7bff8bd5b7e0161.webp 3605w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2701-markdown","title":"How CBD Can Help Stop a Panic Attack in Its Tracks","slug":"how-cbd-can-help-stop-a-panic-attack-in-its-tracks","content":"If you’ve ever experienced a panic attack, you know how scary it can be. If you’ve never had a panic attack, try to remember the most agonizing, all-consuming dread or anxiety that you’ve ever felt. And imagine that feeling comes on suddenly with hardly any warning or trigger. What would you do? How would you calm yourself down? \n\nJust knowing a panic attack could happen is enough for people to stop going out and distance themselves from friends and family. There are a range of things panic attack sufferers can try to avoid these uncomfortable situations—and for some that may include marijuana. More specifically cannabidiol (CBD), the non-psychoactive compound in the cannabis plant.\n\nBut can CBD really help treat panic attacks? \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n### Panic Attacks Explained\n\nPanic attacks are a type of anxiety disorder when someone experiences acute and rapid-onset terror or apprehension. Some common symptoms of panic attacks are:\n\n* Sweating\n* Chest pain\n* Light-headedness\n* Increased heart rate\n* Trouble breathing\n* Feeling like you’re going to die\n\nPanic attacks come on practically out of the blue, not necessarily with a trigger as happens with anxiety attacks. People are often misdiagnosed with a heart attack, when in reality they’re having a panic attack. Unfortunately, it’s not known why some people suffer panic attacks, but scientists’ best guess is that it results from a combination of family history and environmental factors like stress.\n\n### Traditional Ways to Treat Panic Attacks\n\nAs far as preventing panic attacks goes, many people employ tactics like talk therapy, biofeedback therapy, and a regimen of antidepressants or other medications. Some people find lifestyle changes such as daily exercise and a caffeine-free diet help prevent panic attacks, too. \n\nFor people in the middle of a panic attack, things that can help are:\n\n* Deep breathing\n* Keeping eyes closed\n* Physically touching something like fabric or snapping a rubber band on the wrist to remain present\n* Positive visualization\n\n### Can Cannabis Help Treat Panic Attacks?\n\nDoctors often prescribe benzodiazepines to treat panic attacks. But they’re only really intended for short-term use, and they come with a host of side effects like:\n\n* Lethargy\n* Confusion\n* Low blood pressure \n* Gastrointestinal problems\n* Addiction\n \nRELATED: [CANNABIS A BETTER ALTERNATIVE TO BENZODIAZEPINES](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5aa1a02ff24d1300077ccb80/cannabis-a-better-alternative-to-benzodiazepines)\n\nMany people consume cannabis for anxiety and depression, so could it help for panic attacks, too? It can, but you have to be careful about the cannabinoid tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).\n\nTHC has been known to induce paranoia and an elevated heart rate for some—two things that panic attack sufferers can definitely do without. So that leaves cannabidiol (CBD). \n\nLuckily, the science says that CBD can be effective in treating anxiety and could help prevent panic attacks. \n\n* A 2001 study showed that [CBD reduced anxiety in people with a fear of public speaking](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21307846). \n* In 2004, researchers in Hungary looked at mice and concluded that [endocannabinoids influence stress and emotion responses](https://www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-62731400017-8), because there are cannabinoid receptors in the brain.\n* [Acute CBD dosing seems to relieve many anxiety disorders](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4604171/ ) including PTSD, panic disorders and OCD.\n\n### How to Consume CBD for Panic Attacks\n\nThe acute CBD dosing study notes that more research on chronic CBD dosing is needed. Many people consume CBD in moderate doses. Some ways to incorporate high-CBD marijuana into a panic attack-prevention strategy include:\n\n* Carrying CBD oil with you so that you can consume a dose when you start feeling a panic attack coming on. Place a few CBD drops under your tongue and leave them there for a as long as you can (at least 60 seconds will ensure that the cannabinoids permeate the tissues in the mouth well). Then swallow and take a deep breath. Practice any visualization or breathing exercises as usual and try to remain calm. You can do the same with even a CBD spray. \n* A quick few puffs of a CBD vape pen—if you’re in a private place and are open to inhaling cannabis. Though sublingual oils are fast-acting (taking effect in roughly 15 minutes or so), vaping or smoking will result in near-immediate effects.\n* Choosing CBD-rich cannabis strains like:\n>* [ACDC](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cbe97d520d60009f4f4a5/acdc)\n>* [Cannatonic](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7ce5dcd520d60009f4f4bd/cannatonic)\n>* [Canna-Tsu]( https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a9d9976067d15000ad28fdc/canna-tsu) \n* Consuming a daily dose of CBD. Some research has shown that appropriate cannabinoid levels take time to build up. So, in addition to consuming CBD during a panic attack, you may want to try taking a regular, preventative dose of CBD in order to balance your endocannabinoid system (ECS). Think of this like a daily vitamin. You won’t feel different right away, but your body will be making use of the CBD even if you don’t notice an immediate change. High-CBD capsules or tinctures are probably your best bet for daily dosing. If you don’t like the taste of a tincture on its own, you can always add it to your morning tea or coffee.  \n\nPanic attacks are scary and often debilitating. But for some, adding CBD to their treatment can not only help prevent panic attacks, but also cut them short when they do happen. Have you had success treating panic attacks with CBD? Let us know what works for you in the comments below. \n\nPhoto credit: [Hailey Kean](https://unsplash.com/@keaneyefoto)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101]( https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56201c206430320006bb0000/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.  \n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/14b42/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.jpg","srcSet":"/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/f836f/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.jpg 200w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/2244e/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.jpg 400w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/14b42/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.jpg 800w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/47498/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.jpg 1200w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/0e329/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.jpg 1600w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/fb284/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.jpg 3371w","srcWebp":"/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/58556/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/61e93/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.webp 200w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/1f5c5/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.webp 400w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/58556/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.webp 800w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/99238/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.webp 1200w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/7c22d/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.webp 1600w,\n/static/c2d0f076b713baa4072894c007aa7370/cfb43/10b92ce74cc53b6e9c05eb781224328a.webp 3371w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2514-markdown","title":"Top 5 Marijuana Strains for Beginners","slug":"top-5-marijuana-strains-for-beginners","content":"With legalization all but one day old, we’ve compiled a short list for cannabis newbies looking for guidance on where to start. These marijuana strains are ideal for beginners or those with a low tolerance—their mellow highs and relatively low tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content are ideal for kicking back, lighting up and beginning a new chapter in California cannabis history. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n### 1. Jack Herer\n\n![Jack Herer is a classic cannabis strain perfect for beginners](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/articles-5a4bcba8100a820006562f48-a4ed5fbb-3a7f-43d0-9cb9-883f8e791238/original.png)\n\n**Reported Effects**\n* Mellow\n* Creative\n* Focused\n* Happy\n\nWe’re kicking off this list with an easy-to-find cannabis classic: [Jack Herer](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cd5d1d520d60009f4f4b1) was named after the late, great marijuana activist of the same name. Herer, the man, was the author of _The Emperor Wears No Clothes_, a book that often serves as an introduction to cannabis decriminalization politics. With its blissful mental and physical properties, Jack Herer is an easy and accessible option for those new to cannabis—fitting for a strain named in honor of a man who was so passionate about marijuana education. \n\nRELATED: [EASY TIPS ON HOW TO STORE YOUR MARIJUANA THE RIGHT WAY](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a344825100a820006562ed7/easy-tips-on-how-to-store-your-marijuana-the-right-way)\n\n### 2. Harlequin \n\n![The Harlequin strain is high in CBD so there's little psychoactive effects](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/articles-5a4bcba8100a820006562f48-2d148469-1732-4c37-aca0-ce06ee523b36/original.png)\n\n**Reported Effects**\n* Relaxed\n* Focused\n* Happy\n* Energetic\n\nThis cannabis strain’s high CBD content has made it a favorite among those in the medical marijuana community, but it’s upbeat, yet relaxing qualities are also a good fit for recreational newbies. [Harlequin’s](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a9d9ad8fdb6dd00088d0cf1) 5:2 CBD to THC ratio can leave you mellow and content with little to no psychoactivity. If you’re wary of anxiety attacks or the heart palpitations that some strains can produce, Harlequin is a good fit for you—an ideal way to test the waters. \n\n### 3. Blue Dream\n\n![Blue Dream is widely available and a great cannabis strain for daytime](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/articles-5a4bcba8100a820006562f48-93018094-b1df-452d-96cc-c1de473b09cd/original.png)\n\n**Reported Effects**\n* Sociable\n* Relaxed\n* Happy\n* Cerebral\n\n[Blue Dream](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a70be4e6c30440008cafd14) is a well-rounded, widely available crowd-pleaser. This cannabis strain’s pleasant combination of sativa and indica effects impart feelings of euphoria coupled with a pleasant body high. Overall, it’s easy to see why Blue Dream is a number one seller in Colorado and Oregon—its balanced effects are suitable for a variety of daytime activities, from socializing with friends to relaxing at home. Some varieties of Blue Dream can have a THC content of up to 25%, so be sure to ask your budtender for a newbie-appropriate recommendation. \n\n### 4. Mango Kush \n\n![Mango Kush marijuana will have you feeling talkative, relaxed and happy](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/articles-5a4bcba8100a820006562f48-b6596cef-b693-451a-8dbe-6f77cb328f4e/original.png)\n\n**Reported Effects**\n* Talkative\n* Relaxed\n* Happy\n* Sleepy\n\nMango was a popular indica strain in the hippie heyday of the 1960s. Hindu Kush is an indigenous marijuana strain often used to make hashish. Cross them with each other and you get [Mango Kush](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7ce4fdd520d60009f4f4b9)—an affable cannabis strain with a low THC content that’s a good match for beginners. Users report an initial rush of euphoria, laughter and sociability that can make you a hit at parties. These effects then give way to more sedative effects, making Mango Kush a good option to consume before dinner or after dessert. \n\n### 5. Cannatonic\n\n![Try the marijuana strain cannatonic if you want see how THC affects you](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/articles-5a4bcba8100a820006562f48-24a378ae-4331-4280-8598-6324aa4e24a6/original.png)\n\n**Reported Effects**\n* Relaxed\n* Happy\n* Focused\n* Tingly\n\nDon’t be dissuaded by this strain’s name—[Cannatonic](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7ce5dcd520d60009f4f4bd) won’t make you feel catatonic. One of the easiest CBD-rich strains to find, Cannatonic is popular in the medical marijuana community for its ratio, which usually hovers around 1:1 CBD to THC. Users report warm, tingly sensations that wash over the body and gentle cerebral stimulation—the higher the THC content, the more likely you are to experience this marijuana strain’s subtle euphoric effects. Pro tip: This is a great strain for acquainting yourself with THC and for those looking to build tolerance.  \n\nMain photo credit: [Brian Shamblen](https://www.flickr.com/photos/23972840@N04/)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.  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Often, one of those qualities is the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content found in a strain—typically, the higher the THC content, the more popular the cannabis strain. Most of the five most popular marijuana strains we have selected are sativa strains. Sativas are known to provide an uplifting and energetic quality as compared to indica strains, which tend to be more calming and sedative. \n\nThe most popular marijuana strains are widely produced and sold in various states where cannabis consumption is legal. All of these marijuana strains are used for their medicinal properties, but are also used recreationally as well. We consider these classic marijuana strains, which are often recognized by name even by non-cannabis consumers.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nThe five most popular marijuana strains are Blue Dream, Jack Herer, Cannatonic, Sour Diesel and OG Kush. \n\n### Popular Marijuana Strain #1: Blue Dream\n\n![Popular marijuana strain: Blue Dream](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/5817b52aeab4e6000a28b544/embedded_images/5817b52eeab4e6000a28b545/Screen_Shot_2016-10-31_at_1.54.09_PM.png) \n\n[Blue Dream](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a70be4e6c30440008cafd14/blue-dream) is arguably the most popular strain of marijuana in the country. Blue Dream, which originated in California, is a sativa-dominant hybrid that’s a cross between the indica Blueberry and Haze, which is a sativa. Blue Dream is known for its high levels of THC, with percentages ranging from 17–24% and small levels of both cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabigerol (CBG). \n\nBlue Dream is known to cause full-body relaxation, while also being mentally invigorating. This marijuana strain is known to produce a gentle and calm high without heavily sedative effects. Blue Dream is very popular with medical marijuana patients for daytime relief of pain, depression and nausea. And it’s also praised for not producing a sense of anxiety, which to many makes it a clear winner.\n\n### Popular Marijuana Strain #2: Jack Herer\n\n![Popular marijuana strain: Jack Herer](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/5817b52aeab4e6000a28b544/embedded_images/5817b52feab4e6000a28b546/Screen_Shot_2016-10-31_at_1.54.31_PM.png)\n \n[Jack Herer](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cd5d1d520d60009f4f4b1/jack-herer) is another sativa-dominant hybrid that’s a cross of Haze, Northern Lights #5 and Shiva Skunk. It originally comes from the Netherlands, where it was hailed for its medicinal properties. Jack Herer has several different phenotypes that each have unique effects. It’s known to produce happy and clear-headed effects that promote creativity. \n\nAll of the Jack Herer phenotypes are known for their quality, potency and high levels of THC. THC levels can range from 18–23%. This popular marijuana strain also has low levels of CBD and CBG. Jack Herer presents high levels of limonene, which is a terpene known to fight depression. It’s a great medical strain for stress, depression, pain, fatigue and headaches. \n\nRELATED: [THE TOP 5 MARIJUANA STRAINS FOR DEPRESSION](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/57fbd5a9321b570007790312/top-5-marijuana-strains-for-depression)\n\n### Popular Marijuana Strain #3: Cannatonic\n\n![Popular marijuana strain: Cannatonic](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/5817b52aeab4e6000a28b544/embedded_images/5817b59e97ed67000a00146e/Screen_Shot_2016-10-31_at_1.54.41_PM.png)\n\n[Cannatonic](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7ce5dcd520d60009f4f4bd/cannatonic) is known as one of the most premier medical marijuana strains. It’s also known for its relatively low THC content, below 6%, and a high CBD content of about 6–17%. Cannatonic is a hybrid strain that comes from a cross of MK Ultra and G13 Haze. It’s known for its mellow effects, which don’t produce a strong high, but rather a very relaxing effect. Cannatonic has great pain-relieving qualities, and it works to reduce inflammation, muscle spasms, anxiety and migraines. \n\nCannatonic produces happy and uplifting feelings without high levels of psychoactivity. It’s considered a borderline marijuana strain because it usually doesn’t produce psychoactive effects due to its higher levels of CBD. However, it still may impart a high if a patient is particularly sensitive. Its balance of THC and CBD make it a popular choice for people seeking strong pain relief without a prominent high.\n\n### Popular Marijuana Strain #4: Sour Diesel\n\n![Popular marijuana strain: Sour Diesel](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/5817b52aeab4e6000a28b544/embedded_images/5817b59f97ed67000a00146f/Screen_Shot_2016-10-31_at_1.56.24_PM.png)\n\n[Sour Diesel](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cd299d520d60009f4f4ae/sour-diesel) is a sativa strain that’s known for its energizing and intense cerebral effects. It’s also known to provide long-lasting relief for people who experience stress and pain. Sour Diesel contains high levels of THC, which range from 19–25%. This popular cannabis strain provides uplifting and happy effects known to fight off stress and fatigue thereby allowing people to power through their day. This marijuana strain is a favorite among medical marijuana patients because of its steady and long-lasting effects. \n\n### Popular Marijuana Strain #5: OG Kush\n\n![Popular marijuana strain: OG Kush](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/5817b52aeab4e6000a28b544/embedded_images/5817b5c9d51cbd0007d68974/Screen_Shot_2016-10-31_at_2.20.40_PM.png)\n\n[OG Kush](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cce66d520d60009f4f4ab/og-kush) is one of the most well-known marijuana strains on the market. It’s known for its high levels of THC, which can reach up to 26%. OG Kush is also known to produce extreme happiness and euphoria, as well as relaxed and calming effects. This sought-after marijuana strain has fairly high levels of psychoactivity, and it also has great medical benefits. \n\nMedicinal marijuana patients have found OG Kush to be very helpful with migraines and stress-related problems. It’s also been helpful in easing with pain and insomnia. This cannabis strain has fairly high levels of limonene and linalool, which are both terpenes that help fight against depression.\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56201c206430320006bb0000/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online. 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