Sunday 15 May 2016

Best Marijuana Strains for People Who Can't Sleep

By: Lucy Tiven

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As ATTN: recently reported, research suggests that marijuana can greatly benefit those who struggle to fall asleep or habitually wake up in the middle of the night.

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THC, the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, significantly decreased the time it took insomniacs to fall asleep and also was associated with less interrupted sleep in some subjects, according to a 1973 study published in the journal Psychopharmacologia. And, as ATTN: has previously reported, CBD, the non-psychoactive component of cannabis, has also been associated with a longer night's sleep.

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Still, not all marijuana strains affect sleep in the same way. Typically, the best strains to induce sleep are indica or indica-dominant hybrids, which produce a sedating "body high" rather than the energizing effects of a sativa, a 2014 survey published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine observed.

Leafly analyzed user reviews and strain composition information to compile a list of the best strains to smoke before bedtime. ATTN: used these Leafly reviews to choose each of the strains included in this article and describe their respective effects.

If you suffer from a sleep disorder or simply could use a better night's rest, here are five strains that might help.

1. Granddaddy Purple

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Granddaddy Purp, as it is widely known, was introduced in 2003 by Ken Estes, who crossed the indica strains Purple Urkle and Big Bud. This strain induces physical relaxation and a dreamlike euphoric state. It is often used to treat pain, stress, insomnia, appetite loss, and muscle spasms.

2. Bubba Kush

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This strain is known for its tranquilizing effects, easing stress and and leading smokers to feel relaxed, sleepy, and somewhat "couch-locked," as one Leafly reviewer posted.

3. Northern Lights

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This aromatic indica relaxes muscles, relieves pain, and induces sleep. It also has a mellowing effect that is useful for easing depression and stress.

4. Skywalker

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Skywalker is an indica-dominant hybrid that eases pain, and offers a relaxing cerebral high. In addition to being a helpful sleep aid and pain reliever, some patients have said the strain helped them cope with anxiety and symptoms of PTSD.

5. Blue Cheese

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No need to hold your nose: Blue cheese is just a cross of the strains Blueberry and U.K. Cheese. This heavy indica offers a relaxing high and relieves muscle tension and spasms, stress and pain. This one isn't quite as sedating as the others, but can be nice for watching a movie and easing into bed (or passing out on the couch).

Before you toke up, be warned.

There can be a bit of a hangover that comes along with increased THC dosage — more like a mental fog than a hangover from alcohol. It's best not to overdo it, and be wary of your tolerance if you're not a seasoned smoker.

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