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Cannabinoids
Cannabis Dispensary – The cannabis plant is composed of hundreds of chemical compounds that create a unique harmony of effects, which is primarily led by cannabinoids and terpenes. Cannabinoids like THC and CBD (the two most common) are the main drivers of cannabis’ therapeutic and recreational effects.
THC (Δ 9-tetrahydrocannabinol): is the component in cannabis that is primarily responsible for its intoxicating, psychoactive effects.
THC interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS). Your ECS is made up of two things:
1) Cannabinoid receptors, present in nearly every region of your central nervous system and brain, as well as many other areas of the body, including your immune system; and
2) Cannabinoids that you naturally produce (called endocannabinoids).
The Cannabinoid receptors and Cannabinoids connect together to carry messages between your cells. THC temporarily replaces your own endocannabinoids, but with different effects. These may include:
- the release of dopamine, resulting in feelings of relaxation;
- a physical response, such as reduced inflammation or an increase in hunger; and
- effects on various regions of the brain, including the hippocampus (memory), the frontal cortex (thinking and decision-making) and the cerebellum (physical movement and coordination).
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CBD (cannabidiol): Unlike THC, CBD generally has no intoxicating effect. CBD interacts with the human Endocannabinoid System by encouraging the release of our own endocannabinoids.
Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that are produced naturally in our bodies and in some plants; they’re called endocannabinoids in humans and phytocannabinoids in plants.
Cannabidiol (CBD) is the most common cannabinoid in cannabis, and although it can have an effect on both mind and body, it has little to no intoxicating effect. It’s found in the trichomes on the flower of many cannabis strains, including hemp.
Strains are commonly broken up into three distinct groups: indica, sativa, and hybrid. Most consumers have used two of these three cannabis types (indica and sativa) as a way to predict effects.
While cannabis producers may link the use of their products to specific desired effects, such as energy, calm, sleepiness or hunger, these claims have not been backed by substantiated scientific studies. Here is what is generally accepted as true among cannabis consumers.
- Indica strains are generally known to be physically sedating.
- Sativa strains are generally known to be energizing with uplifting cerebral effects.
- Hybrid strains are generally known to be a balance/mix of indica and sativa effects.
Effects of Cannabis:
Cannabis effects depend on many factors, such as your genetic makeup, frequency of use, age, sex, current mood and personality, and any existing mental health conditions.
Customers should do their own unbiased research when shopping for and choosing cannabis products Ultimately, the best way to know how cannabis will affect you is through personal experience.
Begin with a product that is lower in THC and CBD potency, and use a small amount to see how it affects you.
At WeedAdvisor we help educate our customers by summarizing this information and categorizing products so our clients can shop by purpose:
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SATIVA
INDICA
Sativa dominant varietal containing high levels of THC and low levels of CBD.
Sativa Leaning: Sativa leaning
varietals containing mid-high levels of THC and low levels of CBD
Break: 1:1 Sativa/Indica: Balanced varietals containing relatively even quantities of THC and CBD
Even: Indica leaning: CBD dominant varietals containing high levels of CBD and low levels of THC
Soften: Indica Dominant: Indica dominant varietal containing high levels of THC and low levels of CBD
