Cannabinoids — Cannabis Glossary

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• Broad Spectrum

  Broad spectrum refers to cannabis products that contain multiple cannabinoids and terpenes but with THC specifically removed.

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• Cannabinoids

  Cannabinoids are the active chemical compounds in cannabis that interact with the body's endocannabinoid system to produce various effects.

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• Caryophyllene

  Caryophyllene is a spicy, peppery terpene in cannabis that uniquely acts on CB2 receptors, offering potential anti-inflammatory and pain-relief benefits.

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• CBC

  CBC (cannabichromene) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid being studied for potential anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, and pain-relief properties.

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• CBD

  CBD (cannabidiol) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in cannabis known for potential therapeutic benefits without producing a high.

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• CBG

  CBG (cannabigerol) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid known as the "parent cannabinoid" because other cannabinoids are derived from it.

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• CBN

  CBN (cannabinol) is a mildly psychoactive cannabinoid that forms as THC ages, commonly associated with sedative and sleep-promoting effects.

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• Decarboxylation

  Decarboxylation is the process of applying heat to cannabis to convert THCA into active THC, which is what makes cannabis…

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• Delta-8 THC

  Delta-8 THC is a less potent psychoactive cannabinoid similar to Delta-9 THC, producing milder effects often described as a smoother,…

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• Endocannabinoid System

  The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a biological system in the human body that regulates mood, pain, appetite, and sleep —…

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• Entourage Effect

  The entourage effect is the theory that cannabis compounds (cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids) work better together than in isolation.

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• Flavonoids

  Flavonoids are compounds in cannabis that contribute to color, flavor, and potential therapeutic benefits alongside cannabinoids and terpenes.

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• Full Spectrum

  Full spectrum refers to cannabis products containing the complete range of naturally occurring cannabinoids, terpenes, and plant compounds.

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• Humulene

  Humulene is an earthy, woody terpene found in cannabis and hops, studied for potential appetite-suppressing and anti-inflammatory properties.

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• Isolate

  Isolate is a cannabis product containing a single, purified cannabinoid (usually CBD or THC) at 95-99% purity, with all other…

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• Limonene

  Limonene is a citrus-scented terpene found in cannabis associated with uplifting, mood-enhancing, and stress-relieving effects.

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• Linalool

  Linalool is a floral, lavender-scented terpene in cannabis known for calming, anti-anxiety, and sedative effects.

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• Myrcene

  Myrcene is the most common terpene in cannabis, known for earthy, musky aromas and relaxing, sedative effects.

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• Pinene

  Pinene is a terpene with a fresh pine aroma found in cannabis, associated with alertness, mental clarity, and anti-inflammatory properties.

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• Terpenes

  Terpenes are aromatic compounds in cannabis responsible for its flavor, aroma, and potential therapeutic effects through the entourage effect.

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• THC

  THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis responsible for producing the "high" sensation.

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• THCA

  THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) is the raw, non-psychoactive precursor to THC found in fresh cannabis that converts to THC when heated.

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• THCV

  THCV (tetrahydrocannabivarin) is a cannabinoid similar to THC but with a shorter duration and potential appetite-suppressing and energizing effects.

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• Trichomes

  Trichomes are the tiny, crystal-like structures on cannabis buds that produce and contain cannabinoids, terpenes, and other active compounds.

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