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Indica vs Sativa? (science and chemistry)

Sentience

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So, has science figured out the difference between Indica and Sativa yet? I know there is a different class of cannabinoids that are more prevalent in Indica and those deal more with the immune system and are in the digestive tract, but as far as I have read so far THC is the only psychoactive chemical they have identified....and yet there is a really obvious difference in how people report feeling after smoking one strain vs another and I do not believe its psychological. I might be a few years outdated though. Do we know what chemicals are responsible for the difference in experience?
 
As far as I'm aware it has to do with the ratio of CBN to THC. CBN may not be psychoactive on its own, but it can take up receptor space and influence the effect of THC.
 
whats the diference between the two? as far as effects from smoking.i dont mean chemicals and all that
 
Sativa: The sativa high is often characterized as uplifting and energetic . The effects of a sativa marijuana are mostly cerebral. They give a feeling of optimism and well - being, as well as providing a good measure of pain relief for certain symptoms. A few pure sativas are also very high in THC content. They are known to have a quite spacey, or hallucinogenic, effect. Sativas are a good choice for daytime smoking.

Indica: The indica highs are most often described as a pleasant body buzz. Indicas are great for relaxation, stress relief, and for an overall sense of calm and serenity. Marijuana indicas are also very effective for overall body pain relief, and often used in the treatment of insomnia. They are the late - evening choice of many smokers as an all - night sleep aid. A few pure indica strains are very potent in THC, and will cause the "couchlock" effect, enabling the smoker to simply sit still and enjoy the experience of the smoke.

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