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One of the earliest accounts of medical cannabis use can be found in the Chinese pharmacopoeia text Pen-Tsao Kang-Mu (The Great Herbal), which was written in 100 CE, but which actually dates back to the Emperor Shen-Nung in
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Aug 21, 2019 · Cannabidiol (CBD) oils are low tetrahydrocannabinol products derived from Cannabis sativa that have become very popular over the past few years. Patients report relief for a variety of conditions, particularly pain, without the intoxicating adverse effects of medical marijuana.
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- What Are Terpenes?
- What Are The Common Cannabis Terpenes?
- What Is A Terpene Chart?
- Cannabis Terpenes Chart: Frequently Asked Questions
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Terpenes are aromatic hydrocarbon compounds, and terpenoids are oxygen-containing terpenes. Both terpenes and terpenoids can be found in the essential oils of plants. As we’re learning, terpenes may play an important role in defining the therapeutic and mood-altering effects of your favorite cannabis strains. Terpenes and terpenoids exist in differ...
The cannabis plant contains over 150 different terpenes. Most research on terpene effects has focused on single, isolated terpenes used in higher quantities than consumers will find in commercially available strains. A few of the most common terpenes are: 1. Myrcene—Myrcene is the most common terpene found in cannabis and is particularly high in st...
Some brands offer consumers a list of the top terpenes in each product, known as the terpene profile. This profile, along with the cannabinoid content, can give users an idea of how the strain will interact with their body. A terpene chart is a valuable supplement to help medical cannabis patients and recreational consumers understand terpenes and ...
Do terpenes get you high by themselves?
Terpenes are not the compounds in cannabis responsible for the intoxicating effects you feel when consuming, as they do not activate the CB1 receptors in the brain. Beta-caryophyllene is the only known terpene that has been identified as having the ability to act on the CB2 receptors, which do not create the intoxicating high felt with cannabis.12
What is the difference between terpenes and terpenoids?
Terpenes and terpenoids are found within the cannabis plant and are similar in their chemical structure. In addition, they both have potential therapeutic benefits that require further study. The main difference is that terpenes are simple hydrocarbons, and terpenoids are oxygenated hydrocarbons where methyl groups are moved or removed.1
How are terpenes different from CBD?
Both terpenes and CBD are non-intoxicating chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant. There are, however, many differences between the two. CBD is one of over 150 cannabinoids found only in the cannabis plant, along with THC. CBD has no smell and modulates the endocannabinoid system by interacting with the cannabinoid receptors. Terpenes are chemical compounds that help provide plants with flavor and smell and may help guide the effects of a cannabis cultivar. They interact with a variet...
Masyita A, Mustika Sari R, Dwi Astuti A, et al. Terpenes and terpenoids as main bioactive compounds of essential oils, their roles in human health and potential application as natural food preserva...Sommano SR, Chittasupho C, Ruksiriwanich W, Jantrawut P. The Cannabis Terpenes. Molecules. 2020;25(24):5792. Published 2020 Dec 8. doi:10.3390/molecules25245792 ↩︎Zhang LL, Chen Y, Li ZJ, Fan G, Li X. Production, Function, and Applications of the Sesquiterpenes Valencene and Nootkatone: a Comprehensive Review. J Agric Food Chem. 2023;71(1):121-142. doi:10.10...Wang S, Zhang D, Jinsheng H, et al. A clinical and mechanistic study of topical borneol‐induced analgesia. Embo Molecular Medicine. 2017;9(6):802-815. doi:https://doi.org/10.15252/emmm.201607300 ↩︎Medical Cannabis: A Patient Dosage Guide. March 28, 2022 | John Malanca. Article Topics. What is Covered in This Guide? Key Takeaways. What is THC Dosing? Dosing Methods for FDA Approved Drugs. How To Get Started with THC Dosing. Start With a Low Dose. Find The Minimum Effective Dose. Tolerance to THC.
Jul 27, 2024 · CBD is a cannabinoid substance in the cannabis plant along with THC. Both cannabinoids affect your brain, but CBD doesn’t cause a high. Research shows that CBD can help improve mood and...
- CBD and THC are substances found in the cannabis plant. They're both cannabinoids, but they affect the body differently. CBD does not have the psyc...
- In 2018, the FDA removed CBD from its list of controlled substances. While it's no longer considered a drug on its own, CBD can be found in the dru...
- CBD can be harmful, depending on how you use it. It can interact with certain medications, may negatively affect your liver, and could impact male...
- Hemp and cannabis are two varieties of the Cannabis sativa plant. Hemp contains higher levels of CBD and little THC, which is why most CBD is made...
- CBN is another type of cannabinoid, although not much of it is found in the cannabis plant. It's derived from the exposure of CBD to heat and light...
The following information on the use of medical cannabis serves as a suggested use guide for those participating in the Utah Medical Cannabis Program. This document has been vetted and approved by the Utah Cannabis Research Review Board under Utah Health Code 26-61-202.
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This document is for patients and caregivers who have questions about medical cannabis use. It contains an overview of cannabis-related concerns for youth, people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, people at risk for dependence or addiction, people with mental health conditions, and those with heart or liver disease.
