Introducing AIR: Auto Immune Revival – A Strain for Pain Relief
Finding Relief with Cannabis Strains for Inflammation
If you’re searching for natural ways to manage inflammation and chronic pain, cannabis may offer the relief you need. Certain weed strains for inflammation, particularly those rich in linalool, are known for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. This blog dives into the healing potential of linalool terpene benefits and explores how cannabis for pain relief is helping individuals with autoimmune disorders reclaim comfort and quality of life.
Breathing in AIR: Auto Immune Revival
At Timber Cannabis Co, we’ve been committed to charitable giving since the beginning. This March, we are so excited to announce our newest give-back campaign, AIR: Auto Immune Revival, a special strain and product release benefiting those living with autoimmune disorders. As most people living with chronic illness will tell you, the prescriptions available to treat many conditions are less than ideal.
For many, weed strains for inflammation play a key role in the daily management of autoimmune illnesses and their symptoms. Weed has a wide variety of medical applications, and strains like AIR, which is full of powerful terpenes like linalool, can be particularly helpful.
What is Linalool? Exploring Terpene Benefits
Terpenes, also known as terps, are naturally occurring chemical compounds that help determine the aroma, flavor, and color of plants. Terps also support plants in other ways, like attracting pollinators, healing wounds, and warding off predators. Terpenes are a big player in the Entourage Effect, which refers to combined cannabinoids having enhanced benefits that they would not have individually.
Linalool is a common terpene found in plants like citrus, basil, and lavender. Most of us consume it regularly through fruits and spices. The sweet, earthy, and spicy notes in weed are generally attributed to linalool, which is also frequently used in commercial fragrance and flavorings.
Linalool Terpene Benefits for Inflammation and Pain Relief
Linalool terpene benefits go beyond just flavor and aroma. Linalool has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and healing modalities and is considered one of the oldest sleep aids in the world. Research suggests that linalool offers anti-inflammatory, analgesic (pain-relieving), antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. For individuals with autoimmune conditions, these benefits make linalool-rich cannabis strains a natural choice for easing both physical symptoms and the emotional toll of living with chronic illness.
When considering weed strains for inflammation, strains high in linalool stand out because they offer a dual-action effect: they may reduce inflammation directly while also helping to manage pain, stress, and anxiety—which often compound autoimmune flare-ups.
Real Stories: Cannabis for Pain Relief and Autoimmune Disorders
For two of our Timber/High Minded team members, Mandy James, who works in cultivation, and Brennen Smith, from the extraction lab, cannabis for pain relief has been life-changing in managing their chronic illnesses.
Mandy James
Mandy, who has interstitial cystitis, a painful inflammatory bladder disease, says strains high in linalool help a lot with reducing inflammation and keeping her mind off of the pain. Without this relief, she says, it is “difficult to live any kind of normal life.” Mandy uses her expertise to guide loved ones on how to use weed strains to treat symptoms of their own physical and mental health conditions. She is proud to be part of the AIR campaign, combining her passion for cannabis with her commitment to helping others. Fun fact: Mandy is married to JJ, who works in our packaging department and who we featured for our Cadillac Rainbows campaign!
Brennen Smith
Our Lab Extraction Manager, Brennen Smith, has Crohn’s disease, a chronic inflammatory condition of the digestive tract. Brennen’s work in the extraction lab means he relies daily on the very products he helps create. His connection to medical cannabis runs deep—his father, who had ALS, was an early proponent of medical marijuana in Washington State. Brennen values that Michigan dispensaries still recognize the significance of medical cannabis, ensuring patients with autoimmune conditions can access high-potency products tailored to their needs.
Before recreational weed was legalized in Michigan, the state operated under a caregiver system, allowing limited medical marijuana sales. This legacy shaped Michigan’s focus on medical access, and strains like AIR continue to highlight the importance of cannabis for pain relief in the medical community.
What to Expect from AIR Strain
AIR: Auto Immune Revival is a balanced hybrid with a unique sweet and gassy chocolate flavor, pungent aroma, and super potent high. Not for beginners, AIR promises a cerebral rush followed by a building burst of creative energy, combined with a warm and tingly body buzz that may result in couch lock. Reliable and versatile, this flower packs a punch but also brings soothing relief to those with chronic pain, inflammation, and anxiety.
Breathe in AIR, breathe out relief. Proceeds go towards supporting local Michiganders living with autoimmune disorders.
FAQs: Cannabis for Inflammation and Pain Relief
What are the best weed strains for inflammation?
Strains rich in linalool, myrcene, and caryophyllene—like AIR, Granddaddy Purple, and OG Kush—are often recommended for reducing inflammation
How does linalool help with inflammation and pain?
Linalool terpene benefits offer anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, which means it may reduce swelling while easing pain and tension
Can cannabis help with autoimmune disorders?
Many people living with autoimmune conditions use cannabis for pain relief, as well as managing symptoms like inflammation and anxiety, especially with strains known for their anti-inflammatory terpenes
Is linalool effective for stress and anxiety relief?
Yes! Along with its physical benefits, linalool terpene benefits have calming properties that may reduce stress and improve sleep
Where can I buy AIR strain in Michigan?
You can find AIR at your local Timber Cannabis Co. dispensary while supplies last
Shop AIR at Timber Cannabis Co.
Don’t miss your chance to support Michiganders living with autoimmune disorders while enjoying some dank weed. Visit your local Timber Cannabis Co. dispensary in person or shop any of our Michigan dispensaries online and get some AIR today!