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Woody

April 8, 2024

Researchers at the University of Wisconsin’s Crop Innovation Center have produced a genetically modified version of the hemp plant and the United States Department of Agriculture has concluded that it may be safely grown and bred in the United States. Interestingly enough, this new hemp strain, named “Badger G,” does not contain CBD or THC. ... Read more

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

October 4, 2023

Typically, the higher the number on a product, the stronger it should be. This theory works out beautifully when comparing delta-8 and delta-9 THC. As many hemp fans know, delta-8 THC tends to be less psychoactive than delta-9. However, the same can’t be said when comparing delta-10 with delta-9 THC.  Yes, there is yet another ... Read more

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

September 22, 2023

Cannabis has long captivated our interest with its abundance of naturally occurring compounds, collectively known as cannabinoids. At the forefront is the notorious delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol or delta-9 THC, best known for its psychoactive properties.  But there’s a THC newcomer to the scene, named THC-O, or THC-O-acetate. So, what is it and should you try it? Let’s ... Read more

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

September 15, 2023

Just as we’re trying to figure out the unique properties of delta-8 THC, hemp companies are flooding the market with yet another THC-related compound: THC-O. Interestingly, scientists have known about THC-O for longer than delta-8 THC, and there are rumors the US government had a hand in developing it.  According to initial reports, THC-O offers ... 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

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

August 25, 2023

Cannabigerol (CBG) has yet to gain as much mainstream hype as its cousin cannabinoid cannabidiol (CBD). Although it’s getting easier for customers to find CBG online and in hemp shops, there’s still not as much variety in the CBG market. Also, most people who aren’t involved in the hemp market have probably only heard about ... Read more

Woody

April 24, 2023

Despite a few contenders in recent years, a reliable alternative to delta-9 THC which allows the user to still pass a drug test after ingestion has not been established. Synthetic cannabinoids like K2 have been proven to bring along some unsavory side effects while delta-8 THC is likely to show up on a drug test. ... 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

Woody

September 28, 2022

Hemp is the only known plant that contains phytocannabinoids like CBD. However, botanists have discovered the non-cannabinoid compounds in cannabis are the same as those in many herbs, spices, and fruits. This is especially true for chemicals known as “terpenes,” which give hemp strains their unique aromas.   For example, bisabolol is a common secondary terpene ... Read more