Most people don’t have a firm handle on cannabidiol (CBD), let alone the differences between cannabidiol and cannabigerol (CBG). And between the FDA’s cold shoulder and the hesitation of many doctors to discuss it, we get it. But never fear, we’re here to sift through all the hype...
Even with these noted differences, many consumers new to cannabis products still do not quite understand the differences between CBD vs.THC. Below we look at differences and similarities between the two cannabinoids. What are Cannabinoids? Cannabinoid is the name given to all of the chemical compou...
In 1785, Jean-Baptiste Lamarck made the original distinction between Cannabis indica and Cannabis sativa. He discovered that Cannabis indica (Indian hemp), held greater potential for resin production and medicinal use than Cannabis sativa. It’s important to note, that "Cannabis sativa" in those d...
Quantity:CBG is a minor cannabinoid; CBD is hemp’s most abundant active compound. Depending on strain and maturity, CBD can make up around 12% to 18% of the plant’s chemical profile, while CBG usually sits around 1%.High-CBG hemp strainsare an option for users dedicated to the cannabin...
Cannabis is an umbrella term that includes all strains of hemp and marijuana. In other words, both hemp and marijuana can be accurately identified as cannabis plants. Of course, there are clear differences between the two plants – including legal differences. While hemp (which is legal in the...
Indica Strains: The “Go To” For Sleep and Relaxation All that being said, there is just no denying that there are marked differences between cannabis products labeled “indica” and those labeled “sativa.” The cannabis categorization created in the 1700’s remains and has even encouraged can...
Full-spectrum CBD may not be the best choice for pets. This might be because animal brains, especially canine, have more cannabinoid receptors than humans and a higher sensitivity to THC. What is Broad Spectrum CBD? The main difference between full-spectrum and broad-spectrum CBD is that broad...
Cannabis growers around the country use highly honed growing practices to produce THC- and CBD-rich cannabis strains.Photo credit: Rory Savatgy CBD’s Various Mechanisms CBD, on the other hand,has a low binding affinityfor CB1 and CB2 receptors but acts by modulating other non-cannabinoid recepto...
Cannabis drinks are a relatively new invention, but that doesn’t mean that they still aren’t great to try. In fact, they might soon become your next favorite cannabis product. But is there any real difference between THC infused drinks and CBD infused beverages?
Even if you’re indifferent to the flavor or aroma of your cannabis products, you may prefer full-spectrum products for the entourage effect, in which the natural components of the plant work synergistically to enhance each other’s effects. Cannabinoid- and terpene-rich extracts are the best ...