As you may know the best strains depend on individual needs and preferences, but we still wanted to come up with a list of 25 popular strains that are often recommended for various medical conditions. Many of these strains can help address multiple symptoms, so you may want to research which ones could be most helpful for your particular needs. We created a link from the strain name to additional resources to help with your journey. If you’ve created a strain in Hawaii that addresses certain medical conditions please let us know the details and we’ll put it at the top of the list. #PatientsFirst
| Strain Name | General Type | Medical Conditions Addressed |
| ACDC | High CBD | Pain, anxiety, epilepsy |
| Blue Dream | Hybrid | Stress, depression, pain |
| Charlotte’s Web | High CBD | Epilepsy, anxiety, pain |
| Girl Scout Cookies | Hybrid | Pain, nausea, appetite loss |
| Harlequin | High CBD | Pain, anxiety, inflammation |
| Sour Diesel | Sativa | Depression, fatigue, stress |
| Granddaddy Purple | Indica | Pain, stress, insomnia |
| Jack Herer | Sativa | Depression, stress, fatigue |
| Cannatonic | High CBD | Pain, anxiety, muscle spasms |
| White Widow | Hybrid | Stress, depression, pain |
| Northern Lights | Indica | Pain, insomnia, stress |
| OG Kush | Hybrid | Pain, depression, anxiety |
| Pineapple Express | Hybrid | Fatigue, depression, stress |
| Green Crack | Sativa | Fatigue, stress, depression |
| Gorilla Glue #4 | Hybrid | Pain, stress, depression |
| Bubba Kush | Indica | Pain, stress, insomnia |
| Critical Mass | Indica | Pain, inflammation, insomnia |
| Dragon’s Web | Sativa | Depression, anxiety, fatigue |
| Trainwreck | Hybrid | Pain, stress, depression |
| Afghan Kush | Indica | Pain, insomnia, stress |
| Strawberry Cough | Sativa | Depression, anxiety, fatigue |
| G13 | Indica | Pain, stress, insomnia |
| Super Silver Haze | Sativa | Stress, depression, pain |
| Skywalker | Indica | Pain, insomnia, stress |
| Blackberry Kush | Indica | Pain, insomnia, stress |
Here’s a few sources where you can learn about more strains and their medical uses.
- Leafly (https://www.leafly.com/): Leafly is a well-known online resource that provides strain reviews, medical uses, and other cannabis-related information. You can find detailed profiles for most of the strains I mentioned on their website.
- Project CBD (https://www.projectcbd.org/): Project CBD is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and publicizing research into the medical uses of cannabidiol (CBD) and other components of the cannabis plant. They provide information on strains high in CBD and their potential medical applications.
- NORML (https://norml.org/): The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) is an American nonprofit organization that supports the responsible adult use of cannabis. Their website provides information on the medical uses of cannabis and specific strains.
- United Patients Group (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/): United Patients Group is an online resource for medical cannabis information, education, and guidance. They provide resources for patients, healthcare providers, and others interested in medical cannabis.
While scientific research on individual cannabis strains is limited due to the legal status of cannabis in many countries, these sources can provide you with a good starting point to learn more about the strains and their medical applications. Keep in mind that it’s crucial to consult with a healthcare professional or a licensed medical marijuana provider to determine the most appropriate strains for your specific medical needs.
Once you have the strain you need, it’s time to make medicine. Have you considered trying a Cannabis-infused Coconut oil as the basis for recipes? You can use it to make brownies and gummies for example.