Cannabinoids 101
What Are Cannabinoids?
Cannabinoids are the chemical compounds secreted by medical cannabis flowers that provide relief to an array of symptoms. Cannabinoids work by imitating compounds our bodies naturally produce, called endocannabinoid, which activate to maintain internal stability and health.
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PRIMARY CANNABINOIDS FOUND IN MEDICAL CANNABIS
THC
THC is the active compound associated with medical cannabis' psychoactive effects.
When THCA is decarboxylated (heated) it converts to THC.
CBD
CBD is one of the main compounds found in medical cannabis that is non-psychoactive.
When CBDA is decarboxylated (heated) it converts to CBD.
THCA
THCA is a non-psychoactive compound found in raw medical cannabis plant that is the precursor to THC.
CBDA
CBDA is a non-psychoactive compound precursor to CBD.
OTHER MAJOR CANNABINOIDS FOUND IN MEDICAL CANNABIS
CBG
CBG is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid derived from young cannabis plants. Many patients describe its effects as feeling very similar to those of CBD.
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CBN
CBN can be created naturally as a cannabis plant matures or has increased heat/oxygen.
THCV
is a unique non-intoxicating cannabinoid found most commonly in Sativa strains. It is known for its motivating, and energizing effects.
CBC
CBC is a nonintoxicating cannabinoid. CBC has anti-inflammatory properties, and may help alleviate a variety of symptoms related to your qualifying condition.