Of the many active ingredients in marijuana, cannabinoids — the miracle molecules that deliver most of the plant’s medical efficacy — are not the whole picture. Some cannabis consumers may be aware of terpenes, the cannabinoid-like chemicals that give herb such a pungent aroma. What most do not know is that terpenes also deliver therapeutic relief, […]

Cannabis terpenes interact synergistically to create what scientists refer to as an “entourage effect” that magnifies the therapeutic benefits of the plant’s individual components—so that the

What are terpenes, why plants create terpenes and how terpenes in marijuana have different effects on ailments. This Medical Marijuana 411 video features Dr Jake Felice as he discusses terpenes and cannabis. Dr Felice is one of the featured medical professionals in the Medical Marijuana 411 online education courses for medical professionals, patients and dispensary technicians. This is an example of the video content that is part of the online education. With more thank 800 peer reviewed citations, downloadable graphics, Medical Marijuana 411 is the leader in cannabis education. Check out the entire list of certifications and courses offered at http://www.medicalmarijuana411.com

Terpenes are a large class of organic hydrocarbons produced by medical marijuana plants, and are referred to as terpenoids when denatured by oxidation