For a lot of people, marijuana is imagined as being a very standard drug. You grab your papers, you grab the weed, you roll it, and you smoke it. But the truth is, marijuana is an incredibly diverse thing, not just in how it can be prepared, but also in how it can manifest. This ignorance can often result in confusion when people first dive into it. In the interest of preparing you and others in Detroit for that moment, we’ve prepared a list of some of the most popular strains, and which ones are right for you.

The most popular strains of marijuana

Blue Dream

Blue Dream is the combination of two strains, Blueberry and Haze, reportedly tasting sweet and fruity like a blueberry. For those of you who are just starting out with marijuana, this is a solid option, thanks to its low percentage of cannabidiol (CBD). However, that should not mean that this is only a starting-out strain. It has 18 percent tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) levels, so don’t write it off. It is one of the most popular strains for a good reason and is great to help you relax. It is commonly used to deal with nausea, chronic pain, and depression.

Northern Lights

This here is perhaps one of the most popular strains, the cream of the crop (pun intended). Regardless of whether you want to use it for medical or recreational reasons, this strain is great for both. It’s best taken at night, and you should definitely not plan to do anything intensive (even by somewhat), as this baby is liable to sedate you pretty darn quickly. It is often used for people dealing with chronic pain. It also creates an uplifting effect, which helps improve mood. This is great to help with depression, and it helps ensure that you can get to sleep when you’re struggling with that. The high that it produces creates this almost glimmering feel, earning that ‘Northern Lights’ name.

White Widow

White Widow is a great strain for when you want to get those creative juices flowing, though it is not an ideal choice for your first high. White Widow has a THC percentage from 20 to 25 percent, which is simply remarkable. It is definitely among the strongest highs you will get from any strain of marijuana. You will find yourself feeling chatty and inspired, filled with energy and passion until it begins to bring you down into a smoother experience. White Widow can be of great help when you are dealing with musculoskeletal issues like back pain and muscle pain, while it can also assist with neuropathic pain like fibromyalgia and Multiple Sclerosis. Much like other strains, White Widow does a world of good to help with mood, improving stress, anxiety, and depression levels.

Girl Scout Cookies

Unlike the cookies you get from the Girl Scout Cookies, this strain has a lot more of a kick to it. Not only that, but you won’t have to wait long before you start to feel the effects of the GSC. One of the things this strain really helps with is if you have a low appetite. As they say, you will definitely get the munchies. You can also expect to experience stress reduction and an overall “happy” mood. While there is a lot to say about its effects, we also have to consider the strength of the effects. It has a high THC level, at around 19 percent, so first-timers need not apply. This is definitely something you should work towards. If you do insist on jumping in, it may be a good idea to take it slow, so that you don’t get too overwhelmed by the effects. However, the strength (and quickness) of its effects helps a lot when it comes to people who are suffering from chronic illness and pain. Be careful though, as there are Girl Scout Cookies imitators.

Acapulco Gold

If ever there was a strain of marijuana that could be described as delicious, this bad boy would be it. If we had to give its taste any description, we would have to use “gourmet.” It has strong earthy tones, with a hint of coffee in the flavor. The worst part of this strain, easily, is this: that Acapulco Gold is rare. This really puts a strong emphasis on the “gold.” One of your best options is to consult WeedMaps for a Detroit dispensary to get an idea of which marijuana dispensaries may have it on hand. But if you are able to get some, you should prepare yourself for a day full of motivation. It produces a solid body and head high, and due to its sheer quality, finding it is only going to become more difficult over time. The motivating factor will do wonders for any fatigue you may be suffering from, and it is great if you are dealing with any chronic issues (although at that rarity, you may be better served by an easier-to-obtain strain).