Sometimes referred to as the “mother of all cannabinoids,” the minor cannabinoid CBGA is the foundation of a number of other major cannabinoids, namely THCA, CBDA and CBCA. It’s considered a more scarce cannabinoid for this reason: Once a harvest is over, most cannabis plants have alread...
Still, since it is the precursor of THC and shares many of its benefits, there is great potential. THC-V Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) is found in certain strains of cannabis and is a minor cannabinoid on the cannabinoid chart. It is also a distant relative of THC. Their chemical st...
The health risks and concerns associated with cannabinoid use in these populations may vary, but in some cases, the benefits may outweigh the risks. You should consult with your healthcare provider to determine if cannabinoid use is safe and appropriate. Legal Status The legal status of cannabinoi...
HHC, or hexahydrocannabinol, is a psychoactive cannabinoid that can be processed from compounds found in legal hemp plants.
All cannabinoids interact with cannabinoid receptors found in your body. CBG acts on both your CB1 and CB2 receptors as a partial agonist. But, CBG’s effect on these receptors is relatively weak when you compare it with THC’s. CBG may also increase your body’s anandamide levels. Your bo...
CBD (Cannabidiol) is the most medically valuable cannabinoid and offers a ton of beneficial effects to the body. This cannabinoid interacts with almost all of our body receptors. It can help reduce pain and inflammation, reduce nausea and stimulate your appetite, reduce contractions and convulsions...
“THC” is a common colloquial catchall, but there are several states of the cannabinoid relevant to the use of cannabis. What many people don’t realize is that cannabis plants don’t produce THC, they produce tetrahydrocannabolic acid, orTHCA. This is the non-psychoactive precursor to THC...
Cannabis addiction is: The compulsive use of cannabis, despite experiencing negative consequences such as psychosis and poor concentration Physical tolerance - cannabinoid receptors habituating, typically from average use of 1-4 joints/day [1] Experiencing cannabis withdrawal symptoms, notably nausea and ...
Kitis one of the most thorough cannabinoid test kits on the market today. While some manufacturers simply provide a yes or no answer to whether or not there is THC in a substance, Alpha-CAT test kits specialize in telling you how much THC is in a substance. Not only that; you’ll be...
Is Using Cannabis Dangerous? No deaths have been conclusively linked to cannabis or cannabinoid overdose. However, there are some risks associated with cannabis use even for medical purposes. Cannabis acutely impairs memory, judgment, and motor skills. Driving under the influence of cannabis affects ...