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What’s the Deal With Synthetic Cannabinoids Like Spice and K2? Are They Safe?

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K2 targets the same receptors in the brain which the organic cannabinoid compounds, such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), target too. Elevated blood pressure. The aim was to use the synthetic cannabinoids for studying how the cannabinoid receptors in the brain respond to cannabis cannabinoids such as THC. .

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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

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The AAFP advocates for robust regulation regarding labeling and child-proof packaging of all marijuana and cannabinoid products. 5 The cannabinoid commonly known for its psychoactive properties is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is considered industrial hemp, and can be used for industrial agriculture cultivation.

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Report: “Key pharmacological differences between side effects of refined, pharmaceutical CBD formulations and whole plant extracts:”

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However, there are indications from studies done with cannabidiol-rich cannabis extracts in Israel that indicate that less side effects (46%) are achieved with a natural cannabis plant extract containing a 20:1 ratio of CBD to THC. 1) Another is that the Israelis and others used whole plant extract with a small amount of THC in a 20:1 ratio.