Terpenes and Your Sex Life

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Terpenes are the aromatic compounds that are found in cannabis and hemp plants and each produces a host of effects. 

While some terpenes can make you sleepy, others can energize you.  What is most interesting is that some terpenes can improve your sex life!

As an alternative to the chocolate and oysters as your aphrodisiac of choice, you might want to consider an alternative that can take your sexual pleasure to another level – the terpene.

Studies exist on the impact of cannabis and its constituents in and out of the bedroom with some intriguing findings about the use of cannabis and its effect on sex.  Increases in libido, arousal, orgasm, and satisfaction continue to be studied.

While there has yet to be extensive scientific study into the subject of terpenes and their effect on your sex drive, knowing how taking it to increase your libido may have you dropping some other options you’ve tried in the past.  Knowing which terpenes to choose is essential.

Terpenes as an alternative for common sexual problems

Sex should be pleasurable and enjoyable for both parties.  However, if you don’t feel the drive or aren’t enjoying it, there could be a lot of reasons for that.  It could be related to stress, anxiety or depression and these factors can get in the way of enjoying it.  These issues alone or in combination can decrease your libido, create performance anxiety, and have other results including emotional distancing and other hurdles to overcome in a healthy relationship.

Terpenes, as a natural alternative, can provide support in overcoming these obstacles because of their powerful impact on the mind and body.

For sex to be enjoyable, you need to be relaxed and somewhat happy.  When you are concerned or unhappy, it creates a barrier to enjoying something that should be all pleasure.

To achieve this “nirvana” state that is conducive to a stellar sexual engagement, you would want to select terpenes that elicit that euphoric state.

Avoid strains of terpenes known to cause drowsiness – I’m confident that falling asleep on your partner will likely not evoke the feelings you wish to express nor make that person feel wanted or needed.

The Terpenes to Choose for Sex

The jury is still out on which are the BEST terpenes for sex, but many agree that the best for sex would be limonene and linalool.  The inherent qualities of these two terpenes can improve your sexual drive.

Limonene makes you feel light and creates a sense of euphoria that produces a relaxed state and naturally relieves stress.  Improve your mood to get “in the mood.”

Linalool is a close sibling to limonene with its ability to relax and relieve stress and can provide a similar effect for improving your sex drive.  This might be the terpene of choice if you may be spending some time alone between the sheets based on its calming effect.  This terpene may enhance your single-handed session.

The Killjoy Terpenes for Sex

While there are terpenes that will improve your drive, there are some you should avoid as the ultimate fun wreckers that may inhibit sex.  Myrcene, in high concentrations, is known to have a strong sedative effect and relaxes the mind and body into “couch potato” mode – so, unless the intercourse is a one-way experience, this would not be the terpene of choice.  Motivation and energy will not be driven by this terpene – things essential to engage and achieve orgasm.

Let’s Get It On

Now that we’ve shared the powerful effects of terpenes as an aphrodisiac, it’s a good time for you to take it for a test drive.  Not sure where to get started, High Falls Hemp NY can help with a powerful terpene.  Try it out and try others as well with different strains and profiles to see how each one influences your sex drive and that of your partner(s).  Only you can determine what works best for you. 

As always, if you are unsure about terpenes or any CBD product, consult your physician.

Continuing Research

At High Falls Hemp NY, we are optimistic and eager to hear about how terpenes and other CBD products are improving people’s lives with natural alternatives to big pharmaceutical brands over-the-counter and prescription medications to give people more options to consider.

There are many studies and benefits of CBD and a limited amount of validated research to support some claims shared by those that share the results of their experience with CBD. But, many more studies are coming quickly.

The anecdotal information we can share from consumers and what we are hearing in the CBD industry is that CBD Terpene Tinctures have had a positive impact on their sex life. We strive to bring you both information that has been published from scientific studies and anecdotally so you stay well informed. If you want to hear more about ways that CBD may improve your sex life, you can read more High Falls Hemp’s article on CBD and sex drive.

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