{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/headband/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_2786-markdown","title":"4 Iced Tea & Cannabis Pairings to Savor Summer Weather","slug":"4-iced-tea-and-cannabis-pairings-to-savor-summer-weather","content":"Whether it’s ancient tearooms in China or the front porch of a home in the American South, tea is a welcomed beverage in cultures around the world. Lately it seems that iced teas are enjoying an uptick in popularity. Walk into any Starbucks, and you’ll find a wide array of fun, flavored tea options. Check the Instagram feed of any wellness blogger, and you’ll often find an iced matcha latte. \n\nTeas are delicious, soothing and can even provide some health benefits. Like cannabis, [teas are chock full of terpenes](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56e359576d0ed000080000ba/what-are-terpenes-and-what-is-their-effect). Terpenes are oils produced naturally by many plants, fruits and herbs. They’re also responsible for the tastes and aroma of different cannabis strains and are what’s often added to everything from cleaning products to essential oils to give them their scents. \n\nThough most people tend to focus on the cannabinoids in marijuana, it’s thought that terpenes carry their own therapeutic properties and can even boost the effects of cannabinoids. So, by pairing the right tea with the right cannabis strain, you can find synergistic effects between several different terpenes. \n\nTake your next tea time to a whole new level with these four iced tea and cannabis pairings.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n\n### 1. Pair an Iced Coconut Matcha & Chemdawg for a Productive Morning\n\nVirtually every health and wellness blogger has traded in their morning almond milk lattes for a frothy, green cup of matcha instead. And the switch makes sense. Matcha is a form of green tea that’s naturally caffeinated. But since it’s made with ground whole leaves, it has an even higher caffeine content than normal green tea does. For some, matcha provides the morning boost they need, but without the jittery feeling coffee can bring. \n\nFor a productive day, pair your iced coconut matcha tea with the cannabis strain [Chemdawg](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cc81ad520d60009f4f4a7/chemdawg). Chemdawg is an energizing strain that isn’t known for producing the anxious effects some sativas do; it’s a relationship very similar to the one between matcha and coffee.\n\nInstead, consumers report Chemdawg imparts a balanced and productive high. Try this combination:\n\n* in the morning before cleaning the house\n* de-cluttering the email inbox\n* when you have to tackle a household project \n\nRELATED: [CANNABIS TERPENES PACK A THERAPEUTIC PUNCH](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a99e9f4f24d1300077ccb6f/cannabis-terpenes-pack-a-therapeutic-punch) \n\n### 2. Hibiscus Tea & Golden Pineapple Can Help Regulate Blood Pressure\n\nHibiscus tea is a super tasty option when you want something refreshing and light—a decaffeinated beverage. The floral flavor is bold and bright, the perfect pick for a mid-day boost. And this tea has some powerful properties beyond just flavor.\n\nA Tufts University study funded by the scientific arm of the U.S. Department of Agriculture looked at the blood pressure of 65 volunteers between the age of 30 and 70. The findings conclude that [participants who drank hibiscus tea had a 7.2 point drop in their systolic blood pressure](https://www.ars.usda.gov/news-events/news/research-news/2008/study-shows-consuming-hibiscus-tea-lowers-blood-pressure/), compared to the 1.3 point drop seen by participants who drank a placebo. \n\nKeep that blood pressure steady with a nice hybrid strain like Golden Pineapple. A cross between [Golden Goat](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5ac2bf881bb06d000861414e/golden-goat) and Pineapple Kush, this is a fruity strain that will help you de-stress, but also keep you engaged and mildly energetic.\n\nGolden Pineapple is a great all-day strain, suitable for pretty much any time of day. Combining its pineapple flavor with hibiscus tea will transport you to a white sand beach, sure to help bring your blood pressure down even further. \n\n### 3. Make Ginger Peach White Tea & Super Lemon Haze Your New Pre-Workout Beverage\n\nWant to drink something energizing and refreshing before a summer workout? White tea is a great energy-boosting alternative if you want to switch it up from green tea, as the two have similar caffeine content. And while green tea is generally hailed as a weight loss secret, white tea actually has similar effects. \n\nIn one study conducted in test tubes, [white tea extract stimulated fat breakdown and prevented new fat cells from forming](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19409077). A different review of studies published by the _International Journal of Obesity_ concluded that [white tea may help boost metabolism by an extra 4–5%](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20142827), equal to burning an extra 70–100 calories per day. \n\nGet a real bang for your workout buck by pairing ginger peach white tea with a high-flying cannabis sativa strain like [Super Lemon Haze](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7ce2f6d520d60009f4f4b4/super-lemon-haze). This strain is known for its high tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content and frosted buds that are very similar to hairy white tealeaves. A few puffs of this strain, and you’ll feel your energy levels rise, preparing you mentally for the good workout ahead. \n\nSuper Lemon Haze also contains [linalool, a terpene known for its relaxing effects](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5ab482e6f24d1300077ccb99/know-your-cannabis-terpenes-linalool). With this combination, you’ll feel energized to tackle your workout, but won’t feel jittery.\n\n### 4. Chamomile Vanilla Tea & Headband Make a Soothing Bedtime Combo\n\nTry this duo as you wind down for bed on a hot summer night. When thinking about tea that’s good for sleep, the most common variety that comes to mind is a steamy cup of hot chamomile. But chamomile is just as good, and just as relaxing, when enjoyed on ice. \n\nChamomile works as a sleepy-time tea thanks to a terpene called bisabolol, known for its relaxing properties. Beyond its ability to help melt away stress, [bisabolol also shows promise as an anti-inflammatory, antibiotic and analgesic](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/225389970_A_Review_of_the_Application_and_Pharmacological_Properties_of_a-Bisabolol_and_a-Bisabolol-Rich_Oils).\n\nTo enhance the effects of the bisabolol in chamomile, pair it with the cannabis strain [Headband](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7ccfafd520d60009f4f4ac/headband), which is known to contain bisabolol, too. Headband, a hybrid cannabis strain, is an ideal strain to end the day with. It’s known for its relaxing and pain-relieving effects that will pair nicely with the chamomile tea. Plus, the hint of lemon in Headband’s flavor profile is a delicious, fresh counterpoint to chamomile’s earthy flavor notes.  \n\nPhoto credit: [Laurens van Riel](https://www.pexels.com/@laurens-van-riel-213155)\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/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/14b42/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.jpg","srcSet":"/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/f836f/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.jpg 200w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/2244e/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.jpg 400w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/14b42/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.jpg 800w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/47498/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.jpg 1200w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/0e329/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.jpg 1600w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/db203/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.jpg 3642w","srcWebp":"/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/58556/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/61e93/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.webp 200w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/1f5c5/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.webp 400w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/58556/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.webp 800w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/99238/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.webp 1200w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/7c22d/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.webp 1600w,\n/static/87ca9ca8c2b89b91439d3a59d6660a6d/62b7a/9c972c4bd5c5677c23c0847861de0179.webp 3642w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2634-markdown","title":"Top 5 Marijuana Strains to Help Relieve PTSD Symptoms","slug":"top-5-marijuana-strains-to-help-relieve-ptsd-symptoms","content":"Suffering trauma can have effects that last well beyond the traumatic event itself. Post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a [psychiatric ailment that affects nearly 8% of Americans](http://www.ptsd.ne.gov/what-is-ptsd.html). People from all walks of life can experience PTSD, as evidenced by the more than five million Americans between the ages of 18–54 suffering from the disorder today. Traumatic events such as car accidents, violent assaults, war, natural disasters and more can all cause PTSD. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n### Symptoms of PTSD\n\nPTSD is characterized by stress reactions that follow a traumatic event and persist longer than three months. These stress reactions can cause great agony and disrupt a person’s entire way of life if gone untreated. According to the [National Center for PTSD](https://www.ptsd.va.gov/), these reactions typically manifest as three types of symptoms: \n\n* **Reliving the event:** Recollecting the event includes nightmares and/or abrupt flashbacks to memories of the event. Flashbacks are almost always spurred by a trigger—something heard, smelled or seen that reminds a PTSD sufferer of the trauma they experienced. \n\n* **Avoiding situations reminiscent of the event:** People suffering from PTSD often go to extreme lengths to avoid stress reactions, including rearranging their entire life to avoid circumstances reminiscent of the traumatic event. If the event happened in their home, they might move. If it happened in a car, they may stop driving. If it happened while walking on the street, they might not leave their home altogether. People suffering from PTSD also often steer clear of loud noises, crowded places and sleep to avoid nightmares. \n\n* **Negative changes in beliefs and feelings:** PTSD can go so far as to make a person alter their beliefs and feelings. People who were once socially active may begin to isolate themselves from friends and family. In some of the most extreme cases, PTSD patients can become paranoid and distrustful of the world at large and all of the people in it. \n\nRELATED: [TOP 5 LIFESTYLE CHANGES TO HELP COMBAT PTSD](https://hellomd.com/articles/top-5-lifestyle-changes-to-help-combat-ptsd) \n\n### Top 5 Cannabis Strains for Treating Symptoms of PTSD\n\nBecause PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that involves many of the symptoms that cannabis has proven to be effective in managing, medical marijuana’s popularity as a PTSD treatment is on the rise. Although much more research must be done, a handful of strains have been successful in managing anxiety, depression, sleeplessness, nightmares and other debilitating symptoms that come with PTSD. \n\n`embed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUJ13-kqsRU`\n\n#### 1. Blue Dream\n\n[Blue Dream](https://hellomd.com/strains/blue-dream) is one of the most popular cannabis strains in legal marijuana states across the country. Luckily, its popularity also makes it one of the most widely available strains out there. It’s a perfectly balanced hybrid strain known for its euphoric and long-lasting high that’s both welcoming enough for cannabis newcomers and pleasant enough for even the most experienced consumers. \n\nFor those dealing with PTSD, Blue Dream’s euphoric and mellow high is known for having a positive effect on mood, especially for those with anxiety and depression. Blue Dream is a good marijuana strain to choose for managing symptoms of PTSD during the day.  \n\n#### 2. Harlequin\n\n[Harlequin](https://hellomd.com/strains/harlequin) is a specialty cannabis strain bred for its consistently high cannabidiol (CBD) content. Unlike many high-CBD marijuana strains, Harlequin still has a decent amount of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), with a CBD to THC ratio of 5:2 in almost every Harlequin plant. This ratio is ideal for those living with PTSD because the high CBD content can have mood-stabilizing effects, while the THC can help fend off the nightmares that often terrorize PTSD sufferers. Harlequin is a great strain for medicating during the day or night.\n\n#### 3. Headband\n\n[Headband](https://hellomd.com/strains/headband) is an indica-dominant hybrid rich in THC (around 20%) that manifests in a strong mind and body high. Its potent THC level is good for relaxing the mind and can help those suffering from PTSD to skip [the stage of sleep where most dreams and nightmares occur](https://hellomd.com/articles/does-cannabis-reduce-rem-sleep-and-your-ability-to-dream), and sail into deep sleep instead. \n\nHeadband is probably best used in the late afternoon or before bed. Keep in mind that many say the effects of this strain can take up to 20 minutes to fully appear. \n\n#### 4. Durban Poison\n\n[Durban Poison](https://hellomd.com/strains/durban-poison) is a high-energy cannabis sativa strain known for its clear-headed and productive high. Durban Poison has been reported to help with social anxiety, energizing people who would usually feel burdened by social interactions. Sometimes PTSD can cause people to withdraw from social situations and friendships in general, and Durban Poison could be a natural way of treating that symptom.\n\nWhen consuming Durban Poison, keep it mind that it’s a pure sativa strain. An increased heart rate is likely, which some cannabis consumers may not enjoy. When a high dose is introduced to a cannabis newbie or someone not used to consuming sativa strains, Durban Poison can even cause paranoia. And since paranoia is already something that PTSD patients can suffer from, exacerbating the problem isn’t productive. If you’re going to try this marijuana strain, take it slow at the beginning and work your way up to a higher dose over time. \n\n#### 5. ACDC\n\n[ACDC](https://hellomd.com/strains/acdc) is a high-CBD marijuana strain ideal for use during the day when focus, calm and productivity are needed. Originating from the popular marijuana strain [Cannatonic](https://hellomd.com/strains/cannatonic), ACDC has a 20:1 CBD to THC ratio. This ratio allows the strain to impart increased productivity and relaxation of the mind and body—all without causing the dramatic effects a high-THC cannabis strain might bring on. \n\nACDC is an excellent place to start for those PTSD sufferers who are new to marijuana. And for those who are experienced with cannabis. but may be having trouble staying focused at home, work or school due to a traumatic event, ACDC is an ideal daytime medical marijuana option. \n\nIf you have experience using cannabis to treat PTSD symptoms, we’d love to hear what works for you in the comments below. \n\nPhoto credit: [Ethan Sykes](https://unsplash.com/@e_sykes) \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-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online. 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It’s [estimated that 80% of people in the U.S. will experience some kind of back pain](http://www.thegoodbody.com/back-pain-statistics/) over the course of their lifetime. Lower back pain is the most common with 31 million Americans experiencing it at any given time.  \n\nAnd so it comes as no surprise that many Americans want to know what’s best for back pain. In many cases, doctors prescribe prescription opioid painkillers, which are intended for short-term use. These opioids can help with back pain, but they come with a litany of side effects such as constipation and nausea. As well, they are highly addictive. Meanwhile, over-the-counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) can also bring on a host of issues such as stomach ulcers, liver or kidney problems and high blood pressure.\n\n### Three Major Kinds of Back Pain\n\nBack pain normally falls within three major categories: axial, referred and radicular pain. \n\n* **Axial pain**, which is also called mechanical pain, can vary greatly based on the case; it can be dull or sharp and can exist constantly or come and go. The most common source of axial back pain is muscle strain, which occurs when muscles are torn or stretched to an extreme. \n\n* **Referred pain** is often a dull and achy pain that tends to move around the back and body. Referred pain, which can vary in intensity, occurs away from the direct source of the pain. For example, referred pain can occur in the hips and thighs when there’s a problem like degenerative disc disease in the lower back. \n\n* You may know radicular pain by another name: **sciatica**. It’s a deep and intense pain that follows nerve pathways into your extremities, and it can lead to numbness and weakness. Radicular pain is often caused by inflammation, compression or an injury, usually to the root of the spinal nerve. \n\n### Studies Show Marijuana Can Help With Back Pain\n\nWondering what can help with back pain? Following are two studies that point to marijuana as being helpful with reducing chronic pain, which can of course include back pain.\n\nA study published in the _Canadian Medical Association Journal_ found that [cannabis could help reduce chronic pain in men and women](http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/news/20100830/marijuana-relieves-chronic-pain-research-show). The subjects were administered three different marijuana potencies at different times during the study. The strengths were rotated with a placebo, and none of the subjects knew what they were taking at any given point during the study. Pain was measured by patients on a 10-point pain scale.\n\nThere was an average of a one-point reduction in pain by patients who took the highest potency of cannabis. Though these results are modest, they were still considered successful because most strains of marijuana are much more potent in their percentage of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). \n\nAnother study in December 2014 by the [College of Family Physicians of Canada recommended that patients with chronic pain smoke cannabis](https://www.medicaljane.com/2014/12/31/physicians-organization-in-canada-releases-guidelines-for-prescribing-medical-cannabis-for-pain/). It stated that patients with severe neuropathic pain conditions could find relief in cannabis if they hadn’t had adequate responses to other medications. \n\nThe paper also stated that the recommended maximum dose of cannabis that a patient should consume in one day is one inhalation, four times a day, which is roughly 400 mg a day of 9% THC cannabis. Though the guidelines are fairly vague, it does back up anecdotal evidence that higher-THC consumption is best for chronic pain.  \n\n### Best Marijuana Strains for Back Pain\n\nEach cannabis strain works differently for everyone, but often THC-heavy strains are best to combat pain. Don’t discount cannabidiol (CBD) though, as it’s extremely helpful at reducing inflammation, which could also help decrease your back pain. \n\nIt’s also important to be aware that higher-percentage THC strains have more psychoactive effects. Some people find it useful to take a strain lower in THC during the day and then something higher in THC in the evening, right before bedtime. The key is finding which marijuana strains, consumption method and dosage work best in easing your back pain.\n\nHere are some of our top picks of marijuana strains that have been shown to be effective at relieving back pain.\n\n* **[Headband](https://hellomd.com/strains/headband)** is a hybrid of OG Kush and Sour Diesel. This particular marijuana strain contains 20–27% THC and less than 1% CBD. Headband is particularly helpful at easing muscle strains and relieving general pain. It’s also known for its long-lasting effects, though keep in mind that it’s a very potent strain. \n\n* **Candyland** is a sativa-dominant hybrid of Granddaddy Purple and Bay Platinum Cookies. Candyland is effective at reducing pain, including back pain, and muscle tension with uplifting and stimulating side effects. Candyland is also known to relieve stress and fatigue. Also a potent strain, it has high levels of THC, at roughly 24%, and it has about 1% of both CBD and CBN. \n\n* **[OG Kush](https://hellomd.com/strains/og-kush)** is indica-dominant and is known for its high levels of THC. OG Kush is helpful at relieving back pain and muscle spasms. It has about 23% THC and only about 1% CBD. OG Kush is also one of the more psychoactive strains of cannabis on the market. \n\n* **[Bubba Kush](https://hellomd.com/strains/bubba-kush)** is an indica with 14–22% THC and 0.06–0.1% CBD. Bubba Kush is believed to be a hybrid of Northern Lights and OG Kush through an accidental pollination. Bubba Kush is helpful at easing muscle tension, including the kind associated with back pain, and decreasing stress. \n\n* **Skywalker OG** is an indica-dominant hybrid of Skywalker and OG Kush. Skywalker OG is known for its effectiveness at reducing pain symptoms and decreasing physical limitations caused by pain. \n\n* **[ACDC](https://hellomd.com/strains/acdc)** is a sativa-dominant hybrid that’s has a CBD:THC ratio of 20:1. This cannabis strain has about 16–24% CBD and just 0.4–1.2% THC. ACDC is particularly helpful in reducing back pain with no psychoactive side effects. \n\nIf you’re still not sure which marijuana strain could help you with your back pain, head over to our [Answers page](https://www.hellomd.com/answers). There you can read answers on cannabis for back pain, and you can also connect with a doctor and our well-informed community who will respond to your questions.  \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-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. 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