So What Are Cannabinoids?

The cannabis plant is made up of many different components. The main components that give you the benefits and effects of marijuana are known as cannabinoids. There are 66 types of cannabinoids found in marijuana, but only a handful are typically discussed when cannabis arises in conversations. 

THC (or delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) is the cannabinoid that does most of the work, while all the other cannabinoids are essentially THC’s assistants in one way or another.   

 

How Do Cannabinoids Work?

Cannabinoids attach to receptors in your brain’s endocannabinoid system (ECS), resulting in a euphoric feeling. THC is THCA while still raw in the marijuana buds. Once you heat marijuana in a process referred to as decarboxylation, you convert THCA to THC.  

This decarboxylation process produces the cannabinoid, Cannabinol (CBN), known for inducing users’ sleepiness. So pot farmers who want to cultivate CBN for its chilled-out vibe let their cannabis plants flower for longer.

 

THC or CBD? 

While THC induces euphoric and intoxicating effects, cannabidiol (CBD) does not. It can still give you the benefits of stress relief and relaxation, but you will not get high. Also, keep in mind that the benefits of CBD alone will not be as substantial as that of THC. CBD can be taken by itself but works best when taken in tandem with products containing THC.

Studies have shown that CBD can moderate any possible adverse effects of THC. It has also been shown to reduce THC-associated inflammation from chronic use. So it is not a question of CBD vs THC, but rather a perfect pairing of the two creates the best experience. 

 

Cannabinoids Subcategories:

There are many different cannabinoids in cannabis, but some play a more prominent role than others, each with its own effects. Let’s take a look at some of the most common cannabinoids found in cannabis flowers.

• Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC): The main psychoactive compound that gets you high.
• Cannabidiol (CBD): It’s the second most prevalent cannabinoid in cannabis plants.
• Cannabinol (CBN): Active ingredient that is known for its sleep and sedative properties.
• Cannabigerol (CBG): works to help fight inflammation, pain and nausea. 
• Cannabichromene (CBC): cannabinoid that acts on inflammation
• Cannabicyclol (CBL): non-psychoactive cannabinoid that is a degradative product.
• Cannabielsoin (CBE): a metabolite of cannabidiol
• Cannabitriol (CBT): phytocannabinoid acting as an oxidation product of THC
• Cannabinodiol (CBDL): a derivative of CBD 

 

In Conclusion on Cannabinoids

If you are a weed smoker, you probably know what THC and CBD are, but it is also helpful to know other minor cannabinoids. Many of these lesser-known cannabinoids are helpful for various situations and conditions. 

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