cannabinoids

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

January 29, 2024

CBD, CBN, and CBG are some of the major cannabinoids found in hemp. Unlike delta-9 THC, the cannabinoid known for producing the psychoactive effects of marijuana, these cannabinoids are not intoxicating. Instead, they each carry their own set of physical and nonphysical benefits. If you are unsure whether CBD, CBN, CBG, or any combination of ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

November 1, 2023

Although people have been cultivating hemp for centuries, there are countless chemicals in this plant that scientists have yet to uncover. Case and point: It wasn’t until 2019 that researchers knew about the cannabinoid CBDP. Technically called “cannabidiphorol,” CBDP was discovered accidentally in an Italian laboratory. Even more interesting, scientists also found the new cannabinoid ... Read more

Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A

September 13, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of cannabinoids, two particular compounds that continue to gain more and more interest are delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and hexahydrocannabinol (HHC). These cannabinoids share some similarities, but they also have very unique features that distinctly influence their effects and potential benefits.  Let’s take a closer look at the differences between THC and HHC, ... Read more

Woody

April 10, 2023

CBL doesn’t get as much love as CBD or delta-8 THC. Heck, even compared with other secondary hemp cannabinoids like CBG, it’s far more difficult to find any data on CBL. At this point, the only people who may know about CBL are already deeply immersed in the hemp or legal cannabis industry.  While CBL ... Read more

Sarah Courtney

December 7, 2022

For most who have heard of or used cannabis, THC is nothing new. THC is the cannabinoid most associated with the mind-altering “high” it can produce. Still, not all of those who familiar with THC realize just how many variations of the major cannabinoid there are. Recently, THCA has become a rising star in the ... Read more

Sarah Courtney

November 2, 2022

There has been a wave of new cannabinoids sweeping the country. From delta 8 THC to delta-O, there are an abundance of new compounds in the spotlight. All of these new cannabinoids invite potential accompanied by questions. One compound circulating more questions and confusion than the rest is HHC.   Is it legal? How does it ... Read more

Woody

July 20, 2022

Sleep doesn’t seem to come as naturally to Americans as it used to. According to recent statistics, at least 70 million people in the USA report frequent sleep disturbances like insomnia. There’s also evidence that more people than ever before are reaching for OTC sleep supplements, especially those with melatonin.  Interestingly, there’s now a sizable ... Read more

Woody

June 20, 2022

Although cannabinoids are endlessly fascinating, they aren’t the only compounds in the hemp plant. Indeed, if it weren’t for chemicals known as “terpenes,” hemp strains wouldn’t have any distinctive aromas. While terpenes aren’t unique to cannabis, they play a significant role in determining a strain’s effects and taste.  If you’ve purchased high-quality hemp flowers, vape ... Read more

Woody

June 15, 2022

Believe it or not, there’s technically no CBD in raw hemp flowers. If manufacturers didn’t heat hemp flowers before extracting cannabinoids, then there wouldn’t be any CBD in the countless “hemp-infused” oils, topicals, and edibles on today’s market. In its natural state, hemp only produces acidic versions of cannabinoids like CBD. In fact, there’s a name ... Read more

Woody

June 13, 2022

When most reporters talk about hemp cannabinoids, they tend to focus on CBD and delta-8 THC. That makes sense when you consider these are the two best-selling hemp-derived products. However, dozens of other secondary cannabinoids may have phenomenal therapeutic potential. For example, cannabichromene (CBC) rarely gets a passing reference in the mainstream press. Heck, it’s even ... Read more

Woody

June 8, 2022

Whenever people see “THC,” their minds instantly think of “high times” and munchies. However, in some instances, you could find a THC-related molecule with zero psychoactivity. In fact, if you didn’t expose cannabis to heat and light, it wouldn’t have a psychoactive effect on your body. How is this possible? It all has to do ... Read more

Richard Cowan

September 18, 2021

In late August, regulators in Hawaii set a ben in place on all smokable hemp products and cannabinoid containing gummies and drinks. With the new rules, CBD products can only be in tincture, soft-gel, capsule, powder, tablet or topical form. The ban also targets vape liquids made with hemp-derived cannabinoids. Some critics are raising red ... Read more