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cbd, delta8, informational -

As mentioned in our previous blog post about CBD , cannabidiol (CBD) is a cannabinoid in hemp. Delta-8 THC is also a cannabinoid in hemp, found in trace quantities, but mostly isomerized from CBD. Thus, most labs produce Delta-8 from CBD.  While Delta-8 binds to the CB1 and CB2 cannabinoid receptors, CBD changes the shape of the CB1 receptor in a way that weakens its ability to bind with THC. CBD also modulates several non-cannabinoid receptors and ion channels.  Both are federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill.  Difference between Delta-9 THC and Delta-8 THC From a chemical or structural perspective, delta-8-THC differs from...

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CBD is one of 483 compounds in cannabis, 113 of which are cannabinoid compounds. First isolated in 1942, it is a phytocannabinoid in cannabis that interacts with the endocannabinoid system in humans. Unlike delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the other main cannabinoid for which the cannabis plant is consumed and is famous, CBD does not induce intoxicating effects.  It can be absorbed by inhalation via smoke/vapor, aerosol spray, by ingestion via the mouth, and with consumer reports its effectiveness as a topical applied through the skin.   The only FDA-approved prescription is epidiolex, used to treat epilepsy.  CBD has potential for pain-relief, anti-anxiety, to treat psychosis,...

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cbd, legality -

Is CBD Legal?  In short, yes. The 2018 Farm Bill legalized the cultivation, distribution and sale of hemp on a federal level. It removed hemp (cannabis with lower than 0.3% THC) from the definition of marijuana in the Controlled Substances Act.  CBD, or cannabidiol, the main cannabinoid in hemp other than THC, which does not give users a "high", has grown in popularity due to its perceived benefits in people, such as its anti-anxiety and pain relieving qualities. CBD, however, is not regulated.  Must Distinguish "hemp-derived" vs "marijuana-derived" CBD derived from hemp (that is, cannabis plants with less than 0.3% THC) is...

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Cannabis, delta8, informational -

A growing trend is the rise in popularity of Δ8-THC. As most people are familiar with Δ9-THC, the primary active phytocannabinoid in cannabis/marijuana — and is a Schedule I Drug — that induces a high, Delta-8-THC is its close cousin that is also legal.  These two phytocannabinoids are analogs of THC whose atoms are arranged slightly differently. Delta-8 still connects to the central nervous system's cannabinoid receptor 1 (CB1) that THC does, thus enabling people to get the benefits of THC with less of the psychotropic effect.  Therapeutic Benefits of Delta-8-THC: Antiemetic - helps with nausea and vomiting Anxiolytic - reduce...

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personal cannabis stories -

My name is Anaís, I have been in the industry since 2018, I currently work in a dispensary / cultivation in Vega Baja. In my spare time I enjoy making cannabis infusions to prepare edibles. I have been using Cannabis recreationally since 2003, but in 2017 a cerebral arteriovenous malformation brought me to the Cannabis industry as a patient. In the period of a year with the supervision of my neurologist I was able to replace the seizure medications with high doses of THC. I use it daily. For me, it is part of my lifestyle. I use the flower as...

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