Cannabinoids and Terpenes

Cannabinoids and terpenes play a crucial role in the effects and aroma of cannabis. In this blog, we break down what these compounds are, how they interact with your body, and how they contribute to the unique experiences cannabis provides. Whether you’re a seasoned user or a newcomer, understanding these elements will help you make more informed choices.

Understanding the Different Types of Cannabinoids and Terpenes

CBD

CBD is federally legal and approved by the FDA for these conditions. CBD can help with Insomnia, Anxiety, Chronic pain, and Addiction. CBD will not get you high. 

CBG

CBG is the cannabinoid from which other types of cannabinoids (including CBD/THC) are derived. Cannabis plants contain cannabigerol acid (CBG-A), an acidic form of CBG. As the plant grows, the CBG-A is naturally converted into CBDA and THC-A, which can later be converted into CBD and THC when activated by heat. CBG may help with chronic pain, anxiety, and sleep.

THC 

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is also known as Delta-9.  Delta-9 (THC) is most “sought after” due to its psychoactive capabilities (getting High). Delta-9 can treat or prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer medications when other medications do not work. It can also increase the appetite of people with AIDS. THC will get you high.

CBC

CBC is a non-psychotropic phytocannabinoid. CBC inhibits endocannabinoid inactivation and activates the transient receptor potential ankyrin-1 (TRPA1).

(Helps with Nerve activity within the brain)

CBN

CBN has been shown to have sedative properties that could relieve conditions like insomnia. The main effect of CBN is drowsiness, although it can also create a mild high, similar to that of delta 9 THC, but only 25% as strong if that

THC-V

THC-V can have intoxicating effects; you should expect to feel intoxicated with higher doses, though it seems to have a shorter duration than THC. THC-V decreases appetite, increases satiety, and upregulates energy metabolism, making it a clinically useful remedy for weight loss and management of obesity and type 2 diabetic patients. 

Delta-8 

Δ-8-tetrahydrocannabinol is a psychoactive cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant. Delta-8 is an isomer of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). (Same “ISH” as THC). Maybe make one that tells the differences between delta 8/9/10/11. 

THC-A

Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid undergoes a chemical change and turns into THC when cannabis is heated or decarboxylated (for example, by smoking, vaping, or cooking). THC-O is a naturally occurring cannabinoid that is abundant in raw cannabis buds and does not have psychoactive qualities when consumed in its Unprocessed form. THC-A will get you high when enough is consumed correctly.