With the increasingly wide range of legal recreational cannabis products available today, it's easy for the average consumer to be a little intimidated during what should be a simple shopping trip.

Looking for a quick crash course on how to combine cannabis to achieve your desired effect? We've partnered with an award-winning Massachusetts dispensary Canna Provisionsexclusive house of Shattering blows cannabis line, to develop this practical guide to choosing the best cannabis products to meet your needs.

The Best Cannabis Products for Sleep

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Around 85 percent of medical users say that cannabis helps them sleep, and studies on cannabis for sleep revealed that cannabinoids can reduce the time it takes to fall asleep, improve sleep quality, and possibly help with sleep disorders. Research on cannabis for sleep is still in its preliminary stages, so those looking to use cannabis for sleep should consider exploring a few different products to see how their body responds to different formulations and onset times.

However, Indica-dominant cannabis flower strains are known for their sleep-promoting properties. While the best strain for sleeping can certainly vary between people, a few favorite Indica strains from Canna Provisions' Smash Hits collection include Mint Biscotti, California RaisinsAnd Hippie killeras well as Animal Face by Pace and Sugar Plum Sunset by High offer.

Looking for a slower-acting cannabis product? at Wana Stay asleep and soluble in Levia water Dream tincture are also great options.

The Best Cannabis Products for Energy

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If Indicas are great for sleeping, then it makes sense that Sativas and Sativa-leaning hybrids are known for their energizing effects. When it comes to flowering, you can't go wrong with Canna Provisions' Smash Hits strains like Stardawg, Blue Dream, Lemon OG Hazewhich are available in convenient pre-rolls, or in a pack of pre-ground “Rock and Ready to Roll” heads from California Raisins.

Consumers looking for a little pep in their step can also look to a new minor cannabinoid called THCV (short for tetrahydrocannabivarin). Research is still ongoing to determine the full range of effects of THCV, but it is believed to have energizing and focusing benefits. COAST 1:1:1 THCV:CBG:CBD Raspberry-Lime Gummies and Eddie's from Betty Go Betty Go Watermelon Chew are two edible products containing THCV tailor-made to combat the 3 p.m. slump.

The best cannabis products against stress

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Cannabis has long been known to produce a major relaxing effect. When purchasing cannabis to combat stress, look for Indica-dominant strains known for their calming nature, and avoid Sativa-dominant strains known to be energizing or induce paranoia.

For all-day support without the classic couch-lock effect, an edible like 1906 Drops of happiness with a balanced 1:1 ratio of CBD and THC can be a good choice. If you prefer something for cases of acute stress, you may want to take a puff or two of an extract-based cannabis vape of a good calming strain like Treeworks Live Rosin collaboration with Smash Hits Chem 91 or go straight for the big hitters like Indica-forward Mint Biscotti And Lilac Cookies from the Smash Hits collection.

The best cannabis products for pain

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For much longer than medical cannabis being legal in any state, people have been turning to cannabis for pain relief. Now that state-by-state legalization is making cannabis less stigmatized and more accessible to people who need it, cannabis pain relief is becoming a big deal. The majority of states that use medical cannabis for specific conditions recognize chronic pain as a qualifying condition.

Indica, hybrid, and Sativa cannabis strains can all have their place in pain management. According to Medical News Today, Sativa-dominant strains are often preferred for improving the mood or energy levels of patients suffering from pain. In contrast, Indica strains are often preferred for sleep or for more acute pain levels.

For acute pain, users generally find a faster-acting method of consumption, such as smoking or vaping THC-rich cannabis, more effective. Think the OG Chimdog 91 from Smash Hits, which can often contain more than 30% THC.

For those looking for cannabis options that will provide continued support throughout the day while allowing them to be alert and productive, low-THC products or strains are often the go-to. Wynk 1:1 lime seltzer and Betty's swirls Smashin' Passion Fruit Chews are excellent edible products. For a THC product that can be used without intoxication, opt for a cannabinoid-infused topical like Refreshing THC balm from Nordic Goddess which is applied directly to the area of ​​discomfort.

The Best Cannabis Products for Menopause

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The onset of menopause produces a multitude of effects, many of which are related to the loss of estrogen. But whether it's lack of energy, loss of sleep, joint pain or weight gain, cannabis is increasingly used to combat the effects of menopause.

With its reputation for suppressing appetite and increasing energy, THCV is a true game-changer for anyone facing menopause. COAST 1:1:1 THCV:CBG:CBD Raspberry-Lime Gummies and Eddie's from Betty Go Betty Go Watermelon Chew are two high-quality edibles with a substantial amount of THCV that can make the transition easier.

Anyone going through menopause also knows that it can be a real blow to the libido. But fear not: cannabis is also known to be helpful in this area. THE 1906 Drops of love with CBD and THC, Sira Naturals Personal LubricantAnd Sawyer Farms CBD Intimacy Oil are all premium cannabis products designed to get you in the mood.

Looking for more advice on cannabis products that will enhance your trip? The Cannabis Provisions team prides itself on sourcing and growing the best cannabis products on the market. Holyoke and Lee dispensary guides provide an accessible, consultative experience to discover the highest quality cannabis products that shoppers are sure to love, from new cannabis consumers to experienced connoisseurs.

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