Feelings of anxiety are a normal response to stressors in your life. But when the symptoms of anxiety become so overwhelming that they start to impact your day-to-day life, it can become a more pressing concern.
While conventional treatments like therapy and medication can help many people with anxiety, others are turning to alternative options for anxiety relief. One of the most popular options is cannabis for anxiety.
With the right calming and soothing strains, cannabis can provide relief from some of the worst symptoms of anxiety, including panic attacks, rapid breathing, sweating, physical tension, and fast-paced thoughts.
Here are five of the best weed strains for anxiety.
1. Northern Lights (Indica)
Northern Lights is an Indica-dominant strain bred for serenity, peace, and tranquility. This strain has a powerful reputation for promoting well-being, which has made this a popular choice for people with anxiety.
With high THC levels ranging from 16% to 33%, Northern Lights is known for creating a profound sense of relaxation and calm. The soothing high makes it an ideal choice for relieving mental tension and calming racing thoughts, especially in the evening.
2. OG Kush (Sativa)
It may seem like Indica-dominant or hybrid strains are the best choices for anxiety relief, but you may be surprised by the calming effects of a sativa strain like OG Kush.
OG Kush is a powerful strain with an average of 22% THC. Its potent effects are primarily energizing and uplifting. This can make it a powerful anxiety-relief tool for daytime use. The mental stimulation can distract the mind from stress and anxiety, while the overall sense of euphoria and optimism can help redirect anxious thoughts.
3. Granddaddy Purple (Indica)
Another powerful Indica strain is Granddaddy Purple, also known as GDP. With roughly 17% THC, this moderately strong Indica strain is ideal for anxiety relief. While it can help relax the mind, it’s primarily known for having a long-lasting physical high to promote calm throughout the body.
Due to its sedating physical effect, this strain is especially effective for anyone with anxiety symptoms that manifest in the body, like chest pain, sweating, tremors, headaches, and more. It’s best used in the evenings, right before going to bed.
4. Apple Fritter (Hybrid)
Apple Fritter is a balanced hybrid strain with a 50/50 breakdown of Indica and Sativa. This means the strain brings the best of both worlds: Physical relaxation and a potent, euphoric high.
The balanced effects make it a great tool for daytime use. It can also help promote creativity, productivity, and appetite to help you manage anxiety in your day-to-day life.
5. Charlotte’s Web (Sativa)
THC may be well known for its anxiety-relieving effects, but CBD can be just as effective. Charlotte’s Web is a high-CBD strain containing between 15 and 20% CBD. However, it only has about 1% THC.
This makes it a popular choice for anyone seeking anxiety relief without a psychoactive effect. The 1% Sativa is just enough to give you a spark of mental stimulation and euphoria without the mind-altering side effects that come with other strains.
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Whether you want to calm your anxious mind before sleep or give yourself the creative focus you need to push through stress, there’s an effective cannabis strain out there for you. Before you try out a strain, be sure to consult a professional about adding cannabis to your anxiety treatment regimen.
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