15 Best Weed Strains and Products for Sleep and Relaxation

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If you’re struggling to get a restful night’s sleep, you’re not alone. Roughly 1 in 3 adults in the United States report not getting enough rest or sleep every day.

From individuals with sleep disorders to those who simply don’t have the time they need for a full night’s sleep, many people are looking for ways to improve their sleep quality. One of those ways? Cannabis.

More and more people are beginning to use cannabis for sleep issues and to promote deep sleep, and you’re interested in trying it yourself. Here’s what to know about how cannabis can help with sleep and overall relaxation and the top 15 strains and products we’d recommend.

An Introduction to Sleepy Cannabinoids

There are more than 100 known cannabinoids in the cannabis plant, and each one has different effects and benefits. Because of the ways different cannabinoids interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system, cannabis affects your mood in different ways. Ultimately, it can promote effects ranging from energizing to relaxing. Here are some cannabinoids that are known to promote sleep when combined with the right ingredients and dosages.

  • Delta-9 THC (Delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol). The psychoactive cannabinoid typically associated with classic weed or marijuana, Delta-9 THC promotes an intoxicating high that can help relax the body and mind.

  • Delta-8 THC (Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol). A lesser-known chemical cousin of Delta-9, Delta-8 is nearly identical to Delta-9 in its chemical structure, though it’s known to be less potent and produce less overwhelming, more mild side effects. This makes it a popular choice for sleep and relaxation.

  • CBD (cannabidiol). A non-psychoactive cannabinoid known for promoting total chill, CBD products are highly popular in this area. CBD is also used in many high-THC products to help balance out the effects and promote full-body relaxation.

  • CBN (Cannabinol). Though less popular than THC and CBD, CBN is regarded specifically as a sleepy-feeling cannabinoid. It’s known to be less potent than THC and is often found in aged cannabis.

Top 15 products for sleep and relaxation

Here are some of the best marijuana strains for sleep and relaxation, organized by different types of cannabis products.

Edibles for Sleep & Relaxation

Edibles are one of the most popular cannabis product categories. They’re perfect for those who want to avoid smoking or inhalation in general, and there are a range of edible products optimized for sleep aid and overall relaxation. Try any of the following to help you achieve a night of more restful, deep REM sleep.

  1. Sleepytime Advanced THC Gummies. Wellness gummies are designed for total relaxation and a restful night’s sleep. Each rapid-onset gummy contains 15mg of Delta-9 THC, 20mg of broad-spectrum CBD, 5mg of CBN, and a blend of premium natural ingredients known to calm and restore.

  2. Sleepytime THC Gummies. Designed for a night of blissful rest. Each gummy contains 15mg of Delta-9 THC, 15mg of CBD, 15mg of CBN, and 0.5mg of melatonin for deeper sleep.

  3. Chillout 25mg Delta 8 THC Gummies. For when chilling and relaxing is your goal. Each gummy contains 25mg of Delta-8 THC and an equal dose of calming CBD.

  4. 25mg Delta-8 THC Gel Caps. User-friendly capsules. Each gelcap contains 25mg of classic Delta-8 THC for a chill high.

  5. Sleepytime THC Tincture. Prefer to turn to a tincture before bed? One dropper of this oil tincture contains 2mg of Delta-8 THC and 1.25mg of Delta-9 THC — plus CBN, CBD, CBG, and CBC for an ultra-relaxing and sleep-inducing high.

Flower Strains for Sleep & Relaxation

When it comes to flower, you’ve probably heard about a few categories: sativa strains, indica strains, and hybrid strains. Different strains of cannabis have different effects, but indica strains are best known for their relaxing effects. From Granddaddy Purple to Northern Lights, there are a few strains loved by budtenders and consumers alike for their sedative effects. Here are some of our favorite strains for sleep.

  1. Counting Sheep. Mood’s top-shelf sleep flower, this high-potency strain comes from a blend of the Sunset Sherbert and Thin Mint Cookies strains. It smells like sweet vanilla, citrusy lemon, and earthy mint.

  2. Ice Cream Cake. High-potency flower that comes from a blend of the Wedding Cake and Gelato #33 strains — and is 75/25 indica-dominant for deep rest.

  3. Top Gun. Wind down at the end of the day with a pre-rolled joint. This strain stems from a combination of the Atlas Star and Cotton Candy strains, and is 80/20 indica-dominant.

  4. Gush Mintz. A highly potent, 50/50 hybrid strain combining Kush Mints and Durban Gushers. Drift off to sleep amid the scents of minty cookies, spicy diesel, and sweet fruity cherries.

  5. Rainbow Runtz. A medium-potency strain that comes from Skittlez and Do-Si-Dos. It’s rich with terpenes like linalool, limonene, and myrcene, and it’s known for its sweet and tropical scent.

  6. Slurricane. For getting out of your own head. Do-Si-Dos meets Purple Punch in this high-potency, 60/40 indica-dominant strain that’s pure chill.

  7. Sub Zero. A sweet and earthy strain known for its soothing, relaxing effects. It’s medium-potency and comes from a blend of the Oreoz and Super Boof strains.

  8. Dark Rainbow. A strong and funky strain that comes from the Girl Scout Cookies, Chemdawg, and Rainbow Belts F1 strains. It’s highly potent and 80/20 indica-dominant for added relaxation.

Concentrates for Sleep & Relaxation

Concentrates are best known for their potency. In general, you’ll find that a lot of cannabis concentrates have higher THC levels to achieve more powerful effects. Here’s one cannabis concentrate we love for sleep.

THCa London Pound Cake Dab Badder. Concentrated THCa that converts to classic Delta-9 THC when it’s heated. This dab badder can be dabbed, vaped, or smoked — and it’s known for its highly potent, sleep-promoting effects.

Vapes for Sleep & Relaxation

Cannabis vapes are compact, convenient, and perfect for their short-term effects. Just one puff before bed can help promote a soothing sensation without being completely overpowering. If you’re looking for a sleepy and relaxing vape, here’s one we’d recommend.

Hero Dose Wedding Cake Disposable Vape. Designed to ease tension and calm both body and mind. This 1g vape contains HHC, THCp, and HHCp for a potent, soothing, and chill-inducing high.

Drift into Dreamland

With the increased legalization of cannabis, the wellness benefits of weed are no longer confined to medical cannabis and medical marijuana that are FDA-approved. Now, more and more individuals are discovering the positive effects that cannabis can have on our day-to-day lives — and some of those benefits start with better sleep.

Mood is an online dispensary delivering high-quality, American-grown,100% legal cannabis to your doorstep. Shop our selection of sleep and relaxation products today.

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