Cannabinoids

Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that are unique to cannabis.  They impact the healing properties of the plant and the user experience.  Most people have heard of THC and CBD but don't know that there are so many more cannabinoids working in cannabis and cannabis products. We'd have to write a book to go in to all of the cannabinoids that have been discovered thus far, so here we'll cover some of the most well-known and prevalent.

*CBD

Fullname: Cannabidiol
Benefits: anti-convulsive, anti-anxiety, anti-psychotic, anti-nausea, anti-rheumatoid arthritic, blood sugar regulation and sedative properties.
Factoids: Counteracts THC
Psychological impact: Non-intoxicating
What it may treat: acne, ADD, anxiety, arthritis, cancer, chronic pain, depression, diabetes, Dravet syndrome, epilepsy, glaucoma, Huntington’sDisease, inflammation, mood disorders, multiple sclerosis, neuropathic pain,Parkinson’s, schizophrenia, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
CBD has also been shown to stop the spread of cancer cells.

CBG

Fullname: Cannabigerol
Benefits: Gastrointestinal issues, interocular pressure
Factoids: Mostly found in hemp. When found in flower it is usually less than 1% Psychoactive: NO
What it may treat: Glaucoma, intestinal issues such as irritable bowels yndrome

CBN

Fullname: Cannabinol
Benefits: anti-bacterial, sleep aide, pain relief, anti inflammatory, anti-convulsive

‍Factoids: it is a product of THC degradation
Psychoactive: WEAK
What it may treat: Insomnia,MRSA

*THC

Fullname: TetraHydroCannabinol
Benefits: relaxation, reduced pain, and increased appetite.
Psychoactive: YES
What it may treat: ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), Alzheimer’s, anxiety, arthritis, chemotherapy side effects, Crohn’s Disease, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, HIV-related peripheral neuropathy, Huntington’s Disease, incontinence, insomnia, multiple sclerosis, pruritus, sleep apnea, and TouretteSyndrome, among others. THC has even been shown to reduce cancerous tumors!

THCA

Fullname: TetraHydroCannabinolic acid
Benefits: anti-inflammatory, antiemetic, anti-prostate cancer, anti-vomiting and neuro-protective Factoids: Turns into psychoactive THC (through decarboxylation) when heated to 240 degrees Psychoactive:NO (because it is not decarboxylated)
What it may treat: chronic immune system disorders, arthritis, endometriosis, menstrual cramps.

THCV

Full name: TetraHydroCannabivarin
Benefits: appetite suppression, reduced blood sugar and bone growth stimulation Factoids: It intensifies the euphoric high of THC, energizing,
Psychoactive: YES
What it may treat: Diabetes, panic attacks, alzheimers, stimulates bonegrowth

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Terpenes

Terpenes (Commonly referred to as“Terps”)  are responsible for the aromas, flavors, and even colors associated with various plants, including cannabis. Terpenes are what make certain strains smell or taste different from others.

Basics of Terpenes

• Effect the smell of cannabis
• Effect the flavor of cannabis
• Influence the effect of cannabis
• 140 Terpenes found in cannabis
• Each strain has a different “terpene profile” – combination of terpenes contained in the flower

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