Cannabis sativa, generally known as the sativa strains, is a type of Cannabis plant that is known for giving me different strains that are generally uplifting in nature. The plants of sativa that you find will have comparatively thin leaves, and the number of leaves is quite scanty. This is a rather distinctive property that is different in Indica and Sativa. The Sativa plant is properly groomed, and healthy strains are developed to give the consumers the right kind of upliftment not only for the mood but an overall mind upliftment by giving an overall energizing experience. The reason behind this is the high limonene present in a healthy sativa strain. It is best to know what properties a healthy Sativa strain possesses before going to a Smoke shop trade show so you can differentiate and choose the right strain for you.

Here, we would also like to tell you that an Indica strain is known for inducing full-body relaxation, so you will feel sleepy and will want to enjoy your day relaxing on your couch. If you are an artist or someone who needs that extra boost of energy to move out of the artist’s mind block or want to complete that extra chore at home, then Sativa is the right strain for you. In such cases, it is better to stay away from the indica strain. Also, while choosing a strain, there is another important factor that needs to be taken into consideration. The levels of THC. THC tetrahydrocannabinol is responsible for affecting your sleep cycles. With more THC, your chances of having interrupted sleep increase. This is why you should check for the THC level of a strain and then buy as per your requirement. The differences you find in different strains are due to the peculiar characteristics induced by the terpenoids present in cannabis.

Let us understand What Sativa is.

Cannabis is a plant that annually gives buds and flowers that are harvested for their unique properties. Every part of the plant is used in some way or another. Three species of this herb are-

• Cannabis Rudralis 
• Cannabis Indica
• Cannabis Sativa

Here, we are going to discuss the third type of cannabis, Sativa. The main constituent factor of cannabis plants is the Cannabinoid. The two main cannabinoids that give the plant the basic properties it is known for are CBD and THC.

CBD- 

This is a highly valuable component of both indica and sativa plants. It has high anti-inflammatory and other healing properties without any psychedelic or psychotic effects. This makes it an essential component users crave to heal them from many issues.

THC-

This is a component that gives the plant or strain the sedative properties that people look for. Many people choose the strain depending on the percentage of THC present in it. They want to experience the psychedelic property to relax their mind, while many use this property to heal their mental health issues. They prove to be very effective in cases of Ptsd, anxiety, and stress.

How does it work?

Whenever someone consumes the sativa strain, it will first enter your body and start to get absorbed. When you are ingesting it, it will take more time to get absorbed as it has to travel through your digestive system, and all the process of digestion takes place to get completely absorbed by the system. Once the process is done and absorption takes place. It will enter your bloodstream. There is an endocannabinoid system in our body. It reacts to the CBD in the system and gets stimulated. After this, it starts to show its effect on the whole system. It will react with the hormones and try to bring balance to the system. The anti-inflammatory effects will also start to show, and you will find a sense of relaxation in your mind and body. On the other hand, if you are Vaping or smoking it, the CBD and THC absorption takes place at a faster rate. You will see that the after-effects of smoking it is much faster than while ingesting it. As in ingestion, it has to go through the complete process of digestion, while in this case, it gets absorbed by the system instantly. It goes into the lungs and directly enters the bloodstream. The next part of stimulating the endocannabinoid system is the same. The differences you will feel in different strains might be due to different terpenoids and levels of THC and CBD. When both are present, they will simultaneously work on the body to give mental and physical relaxation at the same time. So next time you visit a Smoke shop trade show, you will know better which strain you want for yourself. Not only this, you will also know exactly what you expect from a strain and then choose the strain wisely.

The Crux-

Whenever you choose a strain, the first thing is you must know the basics of the strain. You should know what its components are and how it works. When you know these things, you will be able to choose better.