The Benefits of Sativa: How to Fight Tiredness and Feel Great

The most common reason people struggle with mood is fatigue. A number of studies have found that the cannabinoids in cannabis can help fight tiredness and improve mood. For example, one study found that sativa-dominant strains of marijuana can significantly reduce feelings of depression. This effect was even more pronounced when the study examined those who were already depressed. In another study, participants consumed only 40 percent of a typical sativa-dominant strain’s THC content habitually over a period of three weeks. The participants showed reduced depressive symptoms and improved mood during the course of their experiment. Cannabis also helps battle fatigue by increasing energy levels. Cannabinoids stimulate the release of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is an energy source cells use to carry out their work. With increased ATP production, cells have more energy and feel more alert, which means they don’t experience feelings of fatigue as easily as others do. Therefore, consuming sativa-dominant cannabis can help people feel less fatigued and more energized at all times.