The effects of indica include relaxation, sedation, and sometimes hunger. Indica strains effect everyone differently. Some of the strongest indica strains are Ice Cream Cake, Brownie Scout, and Slurricane.

Only you can decide if indica or sativa strains are better. If you prefer cannabis strains that relax and calm you, you may find that you gravitate towards indica-dominant strains. If you prefer to feel focused and energized, you might find sativa-dominant strains to be the best choice for you.

It is unclear whether indica can be used to help with inflammation. Medical marijuana patients tell Leafly they often use indica strains in hope of relieving mild symptoms like inflammation, although more scientific research is needed on this topic.