Best weed strains for insomnia and sleep

Can’t sleep, or can’t seem to get enough of it? You’re not alone. More than 25% of American adults don’t sleep the recommended 7-hours-a-night minimum, and as high as 40% of American adults report sleep disorders, namely insomnia, every year. For years, medical marijuana patients and recreational users have turned to cannabis to help them get to Dreamland, and cannabis strains with sleep-inducing properties have surged in popularity.

Along with monitoring your daily caffeine consumption and screen time, a growing number of studies indicate that cannabis works as a viable staple in our quest for a good night’s rest. 

But not all strains help you up your zzz’s. By seeking strains rich in certain cannabinoids, consumers can use cannabis as a sleep aid—albeit one best utilized as part of a larger, well-rounded approach to tackling the issue. Here’s the latest science behind weed and sleep, complete with a fresh crop of personalized strain recommendations.