Cheese vs Remedy: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Cheese (Indica) and Remedy (Indica) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 15-20% | CBD: 0.1-0.3%
Relaxed, Happy, Euphoric
Easy to grow
THC: 0.5-2% | CBD: 12-16%
Relaxed, Calm, Sleepy
Easy to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Cheese | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Indica | Indica |
| THC Range | 15-20% | 0.5-2% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.3% | 12-16% |
| Effects | Relaxed, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry, Sleepy | Relaxed, Calm, Sleepy, Clear-Headed, Peaceful |
| Flavors | Cheese, Earthy, Pungent, Skunky, Creamy | Earthy, Lemon, Pine, Herbal, Floral |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene | Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene |
| Medical Uses | Stress, Pain, Insomnia, Anxiety, Appetite Loss | Anxiety, Pain, Insomnia, Inflammation, Stress |
| Grow Difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Flowering Time | 8-9 weeks | 8-10 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 400-500g/m² | 350-450g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 500-600g/plant | 400-500g/plant |
| Height | Medium (3-5 ft) | Short (< 3 ft) |
| Genetics | Skunk #1 phenotype | Cannatonic x Afghan Skunk |
| Breeder | Unknown (UK origin, late 1980s) | Dutch Passion |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Cheese
Unique to Remedy
Growing Comparison
Cheese
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 500-600g/plant
- Height
- Medium (3-5 ft)
Remedy
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-10 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 350-450g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 400-500g/plant
- Height
- Short (< 3 ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, Cheese edges ahead with THC levels up to 20% compared to Remedy's 2%. Both strains can help with stress, pain, insomnia, so either is a solid choice if those are your primary concerns. Ultimately, the best strain depends on your personal preferences, tolerance, and intended use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cheese or Remedy stronger?▾
Cheese has a THC range of 15-20%, while Remedy ranges from 0.5-2% THC. Cheese is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Cheese or Remedy?▾
Cheese is rated easy to grow, while Remedy is rated easy. Both strains have similar grow difficulty. Cheese flowers in 8-9 weeks and Remedy in 8-10 weeks.
What are the main differences between Cheese and Remedy?▾
Cheese is a indica strain while Remedy is a indica. Cheese is known for relaxed, happy, euphoric effects with cheese and earthy flavors. Remedy offers relaxed, calm, sleepy effects with earthy and lemon flavors.
Can Cheese and Remedy be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Cheese is used for stress, pain, insomnia, anxiety, appetite loss, while Remedy is used for anxiety, pain, insomnia, inflammation, stress. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Cheese or Remedy?▾
Indoors, Cheese yields approximately 400-500g/m² while Remedy yields 350-450g/m². Outdoors, Cheese produces around 500-600g/plant and Remedy around 400-500g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.