Featured Terpene: BisabololÂ
Bisabolol is used in various products due to its healing properties. Find out more about this terpene and what it can bring to the table in this article.
Terpenes Explained
Introducing the Smelliest Substances on Earth
While some terpenes emit the worst smell in the world, others smell good. Check out this visual guide to learn about the strongest smelling terpenes found in nature.
5 Ways Aromatherapy Benefits Your Mental HealthÂ
For decades, terpene-rich essential oils have been used to treat various health problems. Read this article to learn how aromatherapy benefits one’s mental health and improves well-being.
Featured Terpene: 3-Carene
Terpenes are organic components responsible for the unique aroma and flavor of plants. There are over 20,000 varieties of terpenes; some produce fruity scents, while others give off an earthy musk. Aside from their interesting scents, terpenes are also known for their medical effects. They’re a huge part of essential oils used for alternative medicine …
Featured Terpene: Borneol
Terpenes are volatile hydrocarbon molecules commonly found all around nature. They are responsible for the powerful flavor and aroma of many plants and essential oils. For example, the Pinene terpene makes pine trees smell the way they are, uniquely peppery and a bit minty. The main purpose of terpenes in the wild is to give …
Are Terpenes Safe?
Terpenes are natural compounds found all around us in nature and have been commonly used as fragrances and flavors in consumer products such as perfumes, cosmetics, cleaning products, and food and beverage products for centuries. Terpenes are extremely popular due to their potential therapeutic effects, but are they safe? By examining what we know so …
Which Terpenes Work Best for Anxiety?
Terpenes are used for a multitude of reasons. The most common are cooking and baking (used as flavor enhancers) and medicinal purposes (showing promise as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, analgesic, anticonvulsive). However, studies have indicated that there are additional benefits of terpenes when used for physiological and psychological wellness. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of …
Which of the Following Statements is True About Terpenes?
This infographic will examine some of the most common statements about terpenes and identify the truth behind them.
How Terpenes Affect Your Body
Terpenes are a special type of naturally occurring compound that can be found in many different types of plants and organic seeds. These plants include, but are not limited to flowers, trees, vegetables, fruit, and various types of natural herbs. According to research, these extracts are the cause of aroma and scents of nearly everything …
Featured Terpene: Caryophyllene
Terpenes are known for their wide array of aromatic properties, from floral to citrus and earthy to musky. On the spicier notes, caryophyllene is the most popular terpene. Moreover, it’s also one of the most abundantly produced terpenes in nature. There are more than 20,000 identified terpenes. Almost all of them have distinct characteristics, benefits, …