Cannabis & The Importance Of Deep Sleep

For insomnia sufferers searching for natural sleep remedies, sleepy strains of cannabis are a valuable ally. These specifically bred strains have different ratios of cannabinoids and terpenes, and have been chosen for their ability to induce drowsiness, help users drift into a deep sleep, and perhaps affect how well sleep occurs.

The Science of Sleep and Cannabis

THC for insomnia via multiple biological pathways. Research indicates that it is also capable of encrypting the time it takes to fall asleep while increasing the time that time spent at deep sleeping stages. That’s because THC attaches itself to CB1 receptors located in the brain regions that control our sleep-wake cycles. Coincidentally, these same mechanisms can diminish REM sleep and dreaming activity — a possible perk for those with nightmares stemming from PTSD. Cannabis texts in ancient India classified aged cannabis resin as potent for sleep, an observation confirmed by modern science identifying CBN as a powerful sedative when paired with THC.

Why do some cannabis plant types promote sleep better than others?

The explanation has to do with their entire chemical profile. Cannabis for better sleep have terpenes such as myrcene (which is also in hops), linalool (abundant in lavender) and beta-caryophyllene (found in black pepper). These compounds enhance the sedative effects of cannabinoids via what researchers dub the “entourage effect. Indica strains developed historically for sleep in a time where Hindu Kush mountain range was the main area for natural cannabis to grow; the poor growing conditions led to shorter flowering times and yours with most resin. These adaptations yielded plants with more sedative effects — traits that have been amplified by selective breeding in recent times.

Well-known Soothing Strains

In the land of lethargic leaf, there are many legendary strains recognized for their stony sedative effects:

• Purple Kush— Has the highest myrcene content of any strain and produces a feeling described as “body-melting”
• Grandaddy Purple – Known for its distinct grape smell and delivers very deep body relaxation
• Northern Lights — An old strain that has a 30+ year history of putting you into deep, peaceful sleep
• God’s Gift — A heavy-hitting hybrid of Granddaddy Purple and OG Kush with quick-acting sedation
• 9 Pound Hammer — Referring to heavy-hitting sedative effects that may feel like being calmly struck with sleep

Beyond Simple Sedation

THC for restful nights (UK) — it’s not just about falling asleep: It’s about enhancing the sleep architecture as a whole. Some cannabis strains have been associated with better quality of sleep, specifically an increase in deep sleep (Stage 3 and 4) when physical restoration takes place according to research. This ability to improve sleep quality helps explain why many chronic insomniacs report feeling more refreshed after cannabis-induced sleep than they do after sleep induced by pharmaceutical agents. One interesting thing about sleepy strains is that they tend to have higher levels of the terpene phytol (a GABA modulator like some prescription sleep meds, but more natural pathways). This terpene promotes the mild muscle relaxation that so many users seem to enjoy.

Personalized Sleep Solutions

The cannabis sleep relationship is very personal. Each variety has a unique profile in the way of effects due to individual body chemistry and tolerance-derived levels, as well as specific sleep issues affected. This is why some prospective sleepy cannabis buyers try multiple strains before landing on the best fit for their particular needs. Today, with modern cannabis breeding, there are specialized sleep-specific strains boasting accurate cannabinoid and terpene ratio profiles designed to knock you out for the night. These have been carefully engineered with specific genetic profiles, a far cry from the days when the effects of cannabis were hit and miss.

Ready for Better Sleep? Buy Indica strains for sleep (UK) at Canna City!

Whether you are dealing with sleepless nights or just want to get better sleep naturally, Canna City has a premium selection of sleepy cannabis strains available to induce relaxation and restful nights. Our expertly curated collection of strains such as Northern Lights and other can ease you into a full, restorative sleep without the side effects of conventional sleep aids.