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The Entourage Effect and Stay Active Blend: A Wellness Cocktail
The Entourage Effect and Stay Active Blend: A Wellness Cocktail
Imagine you’re a highly skilled handywoman tasked with building a house. You could build it yourself, but it would take a long time. Or you could hire a construction worker, a plumber, and an electrician to help—and the project would come together faster and more efficiently.
The Entourage Effect is similar to this idea. It’s the theory that every compound in the cannabis plant works better together than individually, creating a more powerful therapeutic effect in the body.
What Is the Entourage Effect?
The cannabis plant is composed of a variety of beneficial compounds, including:
- Phyto-cannabinoids (e.g., CBD and THC)
- Terpenes (aromatic compounds responsible for the plant’s scent and some therapeutic effects)
- Flavonoids (antioxidants that contribute to the plant’s color and health benefits)
Individually, these compounds have their own unique benefits. But together, they create a synergistic effect, amplifying each other’s therapeutic potential.
According to Project CBD in their article Terpenes & ‘The Entourage Effect’, “Using the whole plant with all its cannabinoids and terpenoids magnifies the therapeutic benefits of the plant’s individual components—so that the medicinal impact of the whole plant is greater than the sum of its parts.”
This is why full-spectrum cannabis products are often preferred over isolates.
Stay Active: A Full-Spectrum Blend with a Boost
Inspired by the Entourage Effect, I developed my Stay Active blend—a full-spectrum CBD product enhanced with a unique terpene cocktail. This blend includes the following terpenes:
- α-Pinene
- Linalool
- Eucalyptol
- ß-Caryophyllene
- α-Phellandrene
- Camphene
- ß-Pinene
- Terpinolene
- Valencene
These terpenes were carefully selected for their ability to complement the cannabinoids in the product and enhance its overall effect.
The Results: A Better Mind and Body
The Stay Active blend has made a significant difference not only for me but for many others. Personally, it has helped with:
- Depression
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Joint pain
When comparing a plain full-spectrum CBD tincture to this terpene-enhanced blend, the difference was night and day. My mood, focus, and mental clarity improved almost immediately. Over time, I found myself becoming more active and productive, feeling motivated to get out of bed and tackle the day.
After taking this blend daily for three weeks, I noticed another benefit—I stopped complaining about my hand pain. As Carey S. Clark points out in Cannabis: A Handbook for Nurses, “Terpenes have specific effects that enhance the effects of cannabinoids” (Clark, 2021, p.130).
Why the “Entourage Effect”?
The term “entourage” typically refers to a group of people surrounding an important individual. In this case, it’s the group of compounds working together to support one vital plant—the cannabis plant. This collaboration creates a wellness cocktail that delivers results far greater than the sum of its parts.
I fully believe in the Entourage Effect and have experienced its benefits firsthand. With the Stay Active blend, I’ve combined science, nature, and personal experimentation to create something truly impactful.
Discover the Power of Full-Spectrum CBD
The Stay Active blend is more than just a product—it’s a testament to the power of synergy. If you’re looking to improve your mood, focus, and overall well-being, consider trying a full-spectrum CBD product that incorporates the power of terpenes.
Stay active, stay balanced, and experience the wellness cocktail for yourself.
References:
Clark, Carey S. (2021). CANNABIS. A Handbook for Nurses. Wolters Kluwer LWW.
Project CBD. Terpenes and the “Entourage Effect”. https://www.projectcbd.org/science/terpenes-entourage-effect.