Cannabinoids
Cannabinoids are the chemical compounds in cannabis that interact with the body to produce different effects such as relief from pain, inflammation and anxiety or feelings of euphoria. Cannabinoids like THC, CBD, and CBN, have different effects when they bind to CB1 and CB2 receptors in our brains and bodies. CB1 receptors are found in the brain and central nervous system, where the CB2 receptors are associated with the immune system and digestive tract. These cannabinoids replicate the properties of naturally occurring endocannabinoids that maintain internal stability, which is why cannabis makes us feel good!
THC
(▲9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol)
Formula: C21 H30 O2
Boiling Point: 315 °F (157 °C)
THC is the active compound associated with cannabis’ psychoactive effects.
Possible therapeutic benefits of THC include pain relief, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and bronchodilator.
Primarily affects CB1 Receptors in the endocannabinoid system.
THCA
(Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid)
Formula: C22 H30 O4
Boiling Point: 220 °F (105 °C)
THCA is non-psychoactive but still offers anti-inflammatory and anti-nausea qualities.
THCA is the most abundant cannabinoid found in cannabis and is the inactive raw form of THC.
THCA turns into THC when heated above 220 °F through smoking, vaping and decarboxylating.
CBD
(Cannabidiol)
Formula: C21 H30 O2
Boiling Point: 356 °F (180 °C)
CBD is non-psychoactive and is generally used for pain relief.
Does not bind primarily to CB1 or CB2 receptors but acts as a regulator in the endocannabinoid system.
The benefits of CBD include:
anti-anxiety
anti-inflammatory
anti-psychotic
anti-convulsive
antidepressant
anti-nausea
CBDA
(Cannabidiolic Acid)
Formula: C22 H30 O4
Boiling Point: 248 °F (120+ °C)
CBD-A is the inactive raw form of CBD.
CBD-A offers anti-inflammatory and anti-nausea benefits.
This cannabinoid becomes active CBD through smoking, vaping and decarboxylating.
CBN
(Cannabinol)
Formula: C21 H26 O2
Boiling Point: 365 °F (185 °C)
CBN is psychoactive but is more sedative than THC making it better suited for insomnia relief.
CBN has a higher affinity to CB2 receptors over the CB1 receptors in the endocannabinoid system.
This cannabinoid is often associated with Indica strains.
CBG
(Cannabigerol)
Formula: C21 H32 O2
Boiling Point: Not Available
CBG is non-psychoactive and is usually available in low levels.
Stimulates bone growth, is antibacterial and combats insomnia.
CBC
(Cannabichromene)
Formula: C21 H30 O2
Boiling Point: 220 °F (105 °C)
CBC is also non psychoactive, and has been shown to be about ten times more effective than CBD in treating anxiety and stress.
It also displays efficiency in treating inflammation, pain relief and is both anti-viral and anti-tumor.
CBC has been shown to stimulate the growth of bone tissue.