For those of you who don't know, terpenes are the different aromatic essential oils found in the Cannabis plant. These terpenes are what give Cannabis it's distinctive smells and flavours such as, citrus, pine, berry, mint and many more. In addition, some evidence has found that each terpene may have a different role to play within the human body. Ever get sick of the pesky insects during the summer? Borneol may be your new favourite terpene since it is considered the insect repellant terpene. Borneol carries a herbal scent with a hint of mint. It can be found in camphor trees, mint, ginger, sage and many other herbs. Borneol has also been used as a type of medicine for many years in China to relieve symptoms such as inflammation, heart disease, pain and anxiety. Applying Borneol as an oil has been known to help accelerate the time of recovery after any of surgery and/or injury.
Borneol's Medical Benefits
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Anxiety Relief
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Pain Relief
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Repellant
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Reduces Inflammation
Borneol can be found in different strains such as:
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Sour Diesel
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Girl Scout Cookies
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Haze Strains - e.g. Purple Haze
