beta-Caryophyllene

The terpene β-Caryophyllene is readily identified by its spiciness, providing the piquant kick to black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, hops, rosemary, and cannabis. Of all the primary terpenes, β-Caryophyllene punches above its weight, binding directly to the endocannabinoid system and offering a host of therapeutic effects. Research has confirmed its value in the treatment of inflammation, pain, atherosclerosis, osteoporosis, colitis, osteoarthritis, diabetes, anxiety and depression, and Alzheimer-like diseases. Cannabis strains with high β-Caryophyllene profiles have a spicy musky aroma with undertones of fuel and turpentine. They are much sought after for stress relief and their calming properties. 

Beta-Caryophyllene's distinctive spiciness give the piquant kick to black pepper and other spices like cloves and cinnamon. 

Sources:

Black pepper (Piper nigrum), cinnamon (Cinnamomum), cloves (Syzygium aromaticum), hops (Humulus lupulus), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), and cannabis (Cannabis sativa)

Sensory:

Aromas of spice, musk and turpentine

Therapeutic benefits:

Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, platelet-inhibitory, bone health, treatment of diabetes, relief from anxiety, depression, and Alzheimer-like diseases, and suppression of cancerous tumour growth

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