GMO SMALLS - INDICA
"GMO Smalls" refers to the smaller buds of the popular GMO Cookies strain. The term "smalls" is a marketing label used by cultivators and dispensaries to denote a product made of smaller-sized flower buds. These small buds are typically sold at a lower price point than the larger, more visually appealing "premium" buds, but they offer the same genetics, potency, and flavor profile as their bigger counterparts.
GMO Cookies Strain
The parent strain, GMO Cookies (also known as Garlic Cookies or simply GMO), is a potent indica-dominant hybrid. The name "GMO" is a playful acronym for Garlic, Mushroom, and Onion, a nod to its unique and savory aroma. It is not a genetically modified organism.
Genetics and Appearance
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Lineage: GMO Cookies is a cross between the classic strains Chemdawg and Girl Scout Cookies (GSC). This powerful combination results in a strain with a high THC content and a complex profile.
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Appearance: GMO buds, including the "smalls," are dense and often feature a mix of deep green and purple hues. They are typically covered in a thick layer of frosty, crystalline trichomes.
Aroma & Flavor
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Aroma: As the name suggests, GMO has a very pungent and savory scent. It's dominated by notes of garlic and diesel from its Chemdawg lineage, with earthy, spicy, and sometimes a hint of coffee or mushroom.
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Flavor: The flavor is a direct reflection of the aroma, with a strong garlic and diesel taste on the inhale and a spicy, earthy exhale that lingers on the palate.
Effects
GMO Cookies is known for being a heavy-hitting, indica-dominant strain (some sources cite it as being 90% indica). It delivers a powerful and long-lasting high that is popular for its potent body and mind effects. Users typically report:
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Deep Relaxation: A profound body high that can help relieve muscle tension, chronic pain, and physical stress.
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Euphoria: It often starts with a cerebral buzz that can lift the mood, induce a sense of happiness, and promote creativity.
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Sedation: In larger doses, GMO can be heavily sedating and is often recommended for evening or nighttime use due to its potential to cause "couch-lock."
Therapeutic Uses
Given its powerful relaxing and pain-relieving effects, GMO Cookies is a favorite among medical marijuana patients for addressing symptoms of:
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Chronic pain
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Insomnia
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Stress and anxiety
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Nausea and appetite loss
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Depression