The Major Cannabinoids

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Cannabinoids-CBN-CBG-CBD-CBC

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THC

Let's start off with the one we're all familiar with, and the one most people knew existed until the last few years of legalization has brought a lot more education to the common consumer. THC has been researched more than any of the other cannabinoids found on this list. When heated, it is converted into Delta -9 THC that plays the major role in bringing the famous high that cannabis has always been known for. The reason behind this high is the binding of THC with the CB1 receptors present in the Endocannabinoid system of our brain.

Tetrahydrocannabinol has also been proven to be an incredibly effective anti-inflammatory agent, and is being used as such quite abundantly these days. Many find relief from chronic pain and nausea thanks to THC. More and more people are dumping their anxiety medication for medical grade cannabis, or extracts. It has also more recently been found to be a powerful neuroprotectant, and antioxidant. THC is known for the amazing high, but it is so much more than that.

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THCv

THCv was discovered in 1973, but still hasn't seen a satisfying amount of research done into potential benefits of the compound. It can produce psychoactive effects if taken in large enough doses, but only small amount are found in cannabis. Some strains have more than others, but the quantity is limited in any variety

THCv has been beneficial in treating seizures from epilepsy, Parkisons Disease, and has even seen some success treaty panic attacks and PTSD. There has even seen reduction in glucose levels, lowered blood pressure, fasting insulin levels, and reduction in inflammation in some studies. More research into this will surely bring more amazing uses.

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CBD

Cannabidiol will be the second most well know cannabinoid on this list. The absolute explosion in it's popularity since the Farm Bill allow it's cultivation was finally passed a few years ago, has led many people to find relief in the healing properties of CBD. The acidic compound CBDA is found abundantly in the raw cannabis plant. This CBD is then decarboxylated to produce the CBD we have all become so familiar with.

CBD is not psychoactive, and therefor will produce no high. In fact higher quantities of CBD can counteract the effects of THC. It has about as many benefits as THC does. We have seen success treating anxieties, epilepsy, depression, appetite loss, and body pain. There has even been some success seen using it to treat certain types of cancers. We are still in the early days of this industry, and more beneficial properties will certainly be revealed in time.

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CBN

CBN is actually produced from THC. When THC is exposed to air and light, at oxidizes into CBN. It is Psychoactive, and is know to bring about an incredibly drowsy high. I'm sure many of you have experienced this for yourselves.

Obviously it is incredibly beneficial as a sleep aid, but it is also works well to settle the stomach, and boosting apatite. This is loads of help for cancer patients who are left to ill to eat form their extreme treatments. Like THC it is also a powerful anti-inflammatory agent. Another exciting aspect is that there has been some success using it to grow bone cells. Like the others on the list, CBN needs a lot more research to unlock the extent of it's medicinal benifits.

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CBG

Cannabigerol is another non-psychoactive compound found in small amounts in cannabis, but it has been getting a lot of attention as of late, and we are learning more and more about it's benefits everyday. There has been promising results in treating as serious of illnesses as glaucoma, that is getting a lot of researches excited. It has been found to to have powerful anti-microbial, and anti-bacterial properties. It has also been shown to give similar results has it's fellow cannabinoids to anxiety, depression, and as an anti-inflammatory. CBG works well with CBD, and we will certainly be hearing more about it in the future.

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CBC

Cannabichromene is last, but certainly not least. Such a cool word too isn't it? CBC was discovered over 50 years ago, but has seen little research done since cannabis has been outlawed the majority of that time. CBC is also non-psychoactive, but it works extremely well with other cannabinoids. It too has seen success as an anti-inflammatory, and at reducing stress, and anxiety. It has shown positive results reducing Edema and inflammation of the intestinal tract, and to have a positive effect on the neural stem progenitor cells (NSPCs) which are important for the healthy functioning of the brain. A lot more research needs to be done if we are to ever turn these positive studies, into constantly effective treatments for serious illness. What we know so far shows a lot of potential.

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These are just the major 6 cannabinoids, and what we know based on very limited research that governments of the world have prevented from being properly expanded. The benefits of this amazing plant are only beginning to be known to us. Who knows what amazing treatments have been kept from us due to the suppression of this incredible gift from nature. Thanks for stopping by. Talk to you again soon WeedCash.

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-Daniel

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