The Best Weed Strains for Stress

It’s not a secret that times are especially stressful right now for everyone with the current pandemic. People are being faced with financial and job uncertainty, as well as being isolated from their loved ones and community.

Chronic stress can lead to serious health concerns if you don’t initiate coping mechanisms to give your body and mind a break from it.

Cannabis in general is the ideal medication to cope with stress (among many other health concerns), but some strains are better than others.

Whether you’re new to the game of cannabis, or a seasoned veteran, its important to know the properties of different strains and which strain is best for your condition. There are hundreds of strains on the market- each with its own distinct character and composition.

Here are some of the best cannabis strains for stress:

Girl Scout Cookies (GSC)

Girl Scout Cookies is a popular strain admits medicinal users for combating stress. It’s known for promoting relaxation and happiness, as well as reducing anxiety. It’s breakdown is about 60% indica and 40% sativa.

It embodies a tasty minty and refreshing flavour. You won’t miss a bud of GSC on display, either- it’s deep purple leaves and bright green hairs will be sure to catch your eye.

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OG Kush

OG Kush is hybrid strain composed of 55% sativa and 45% indica. Because of its higher sativa content, we recommend using OG KUSH in the late afternoon or early evening for maximum effect.

In addition to providing relief from stress, this strain is also used for insomnia and migraines. It will leave you feeling relaxed and uplifted. Your body will feel heavy and your mind euphorically stimulated.

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Jack Herer

This award winning strain was developed in Holland decades ago and has remained a popular choice among those looking to receive stress. It’s also known to stimulate creative energy. So next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a few tokes of a Jack Herer joint, pick up your art device of choice, and let the creative high take you to your own stress-free place of euphoria.

Sitting at 55% sativa and 45% indica, Jack Herer is renowned for its balance of cerebral and physical effects. 

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Green Crack

This sativa, THC dominant strain is described as tangy and earthy. Green Crack has all the classic sativa benefits with a smooth finish.

This bud is often used as a treatment for depression, and, you guessed it- stress! It’s also been known to increase focus and stave off tiredness.

This intense strain is mentally invigorating though, so it isn’t recommended for those struggling with anxiety or prone to paranoia. We recommend using it as a day-time stress reliever, with a mindless task at hand so your mind doesn’t run too wild.

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