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THCA is also known as tetrahydrocannabinolic acid or 2-COOH-THC. THCA is the main constituent in raw cannabis. THCA converts to Δ9-THC when burned, vaporized, or heated at a certain temperature. THCA, CBDA, CBGA, and other acidic cannabinoids hold the most COX-1 and COX-2 inhibition, contributing to cannabis’ anti-inflammatory effects. This cannabinoid also acts as an antiproliferative and antispasmodic. Click here to learn more. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = "//static.mantis.marketing/recommend.min.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(z, s); …

Not only does tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) have anti-proliferative abilities that are crucial in helping inhibit the growth of cancerous cells, but THCA also has anti-spasmodic attributes that helps subdue muscle spasms. However, unlike THC, THCA does not produce a “high” feeling as it has not yet been decarboxylated. This makes cannabis strains high in THCA popular choices among many epileptic and pediatric patients. Click here to learn more. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = "//static.mantis.marketing/recommend.min.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; …

Once the cannabis plant is exposed to heat (when smoked or vaporized), tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) decarboxylates to THC. This explains why THCA is more active when someone juices the cannabis plant in its raw form than it is when medical marijuana is heated/smoked. Click here to learn more. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = "//static.mantis.marketing/recommend.min.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(z, s); …

Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) has been shown to reduce tremors associated with diseases such as Parkinson’s, along with ailments associated with motor control. THCV stimulates bone cell growth, and has potential in the treatment of osteoporosis. It has also been found to reduce or even block panic attacks, making THCV highly effective in the management of PTSD and other mental disorders involving anxiety or stress. Click here to learn more. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = "//static.mantis.marketing/recommend.min.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(z, s); …

Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) is an antagonist of the CB1 and CB2 receptors. It is being studied for its use as an appetite suppressant and has many other potential medicinal applications. THCV is much more psychoactive than THC, but only has about half the duration of THC. THCV is also a protagonist of THC, modifying the effects of THC. The energetic effect of THCV is more pronounced and stronger. THCV is a minor cannabinoid found in only some strains of cannabis. The only structural difference between THCV and THC is the presence of a propyl (3 carbon) group, rather than …

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a cannabinoid found in medical marijuana that has tremendous medical potential. This is particularly true when the correct ratio of CBD to THC is applied to treat a particular condition. CBD acts as an antagonist at both the CB1 and CB2 receptors, yet it has a low binding affinity for both. This suggests that CBD’s mechanism of action is mediated by other receptors in the brain and body. Click here to learn more. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = …

Cannabidiolic Acid (CBDA) is an active component found in the cannabis plant that offers potential therapeutic modality in the abrogation of cancer cell migration, including aggressive breast cancers. CBD is obtained from non-enzymatic decarboxylation of its parent molecule, cannabidiolic acid (CBDA). Click here to learn more. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = "//static.mantis.marketing/recommend.min.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(z, s); …

Cannabigerol (CBG) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid with antibacterial effects that can alter the overall effects of cannabis. CBG is known to kill or slow bacterial growth, reduce inflammation (particularly in its acidic CBGA form), inhibit cell growth in tumor/cancer cells, and promote bone growth. It acts as a low-affinity antagonist at the CB1 receptor. CBG pharmacological activity at the CB2 receptor is currently unknown. Additionally, CBG works with the other cannabinoids in medical marijuana to provide overall synergy, as well as balance. CBG acts as a stepping stone or building block in the development of most …

Although cannabidiol (CBD) is commonly thought of as being non-psychoactive, researchers have now demonstrated that CBD exhibits antipsychotic, anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) and antidepressant effects. Therefore, CBD is technically “psychoactive” because it does affect the mind. The more appropriate answer is CBD is “not psychoactive like THC.” Click here to learn more. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = "//static.mantis.marketing/recommend.min.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(z, s); …

When THC is exposed to air it oxidizes and forms Cannabinol (CBN). CBN has very little psychoactive effects and interacts with THC to reduce its effects. This is why cannabis that has been left out over time (exposed to the air), will have increasing amounts of CBN and decreasing amounts of THC, thus losing its potency and stoney effect. Click here to learn more. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = "//static.mantis.marketing/recommend.min.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(z, s); …