Indica (cannabis)

General Discussion
#1

I have been suffering from insomnia and pain (other condition) for years now.
My last experience with Weed left me with a very numb penis next day, it was scary.
But then I read here that some people benefit from the Indica strain. My friend (who does not have PFS) swears
that it is the best sleeping pill and relaxant. I would love to rely less on medication for insomnia and stress.

I searched the forum and it seems people say that Cannabis indica is working well for them, and that
Cannabis Sativa is the one that inhibits DHT binding. At first, I was happy to hear.

But then a quick research shows that BOTH have this effect, and since Indica has more THC than Sativa it is supposed to be
more potent anti-androgen. So I am scared now.

Please share your experiences or correct me. I do not want to have a crash. But I would like to be able to sleep well again!!

Thanks

#2

I live in a state where weed is legal. I smoke Indica regularly for sleep issues. It helps a lot. I usually buy the strains with low THC and high CBD in them. You get a buzz but it’s pretty mellow. Also helps somewhat with libido. It doesn’t seem to have any lasting negative effects like sleeping pills.

#3

could someone explain me why would one choose the strain based on the fact its a indica or a sativa, as opposed to choosing based on THC and CBD content?

Also terpenoids seem to increase wave power, i think i saw that somewhere in pubmed. so likely good for sleep and overall daytime.

#4

Indicas tend to be more sedating, hence being good for sleep. Sativas are a more active, creative kind of high. Hybrids are my favorite. I also live in a state where weed is legal so I enjoy from time to time. I don’t feel it has much effect on PFS symptoms, but it makes me laugh, enjoy music more, and order way too much food for delivery. :slight_smile: