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Scientists Argue for New Definition of Hemp

CannaMD

Our current definitions of hemp and marijuana distinguish these separate varieties of the Cannabis sativa plant based on THC content. THC at peak maturity – which is not uncommon , despite efforts to monitor cannabinoid content earlier in the growing cycle. New Hemp Definition Study.

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CBN: The Sleep-Inducing Cannabinoid

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

CBN is a popular cannabinoid, but what should we know about CBN and sleep? This minor cannabinoid has always existed in the cannabis plant in small quantities, but it is gaining in popularity for its potential healing properties. CBN is found in the cannabis sativa plant, though it can be produced semi-synthetically.

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Cannabis Sativa Vs. Cannabis Indica

Medical Cannabis Seedbank

When we do research into cannabis, we find that the topic of Sativa vs. Indica to either be misunderstood or the information we find to be very vague. The main cannabis species we are aware of are: Sativa. Besides these 3, Cannabis Sativa can be divided into 2 subspecies: Cannabis Sativa. Cannabis Sativa L.

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8 Best Cannabis Strains For Getting Things Done

Miss Marijuana

Cannabinoid Profile: Hybrid – Sativa Dominant (80/20) | 17-20% THC . Cannabinoid Profile: Hybrid – Sativa Dominant | 16% THC. Your bed will most definitely be the main widowed party in this person to cannabis equation as White Widow is a heavy duty energy booster. Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa | 16% THC.

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Cannabis for Lupus: Here’s How Cannabinoids Relieve Inflammation

Greencamp

Following this, there is a growing body of evidence which shows that cannabinoids may also inhibit interleukin-6, which is an inflammatory protein associated with autoimmune diseases. Humans and other mammals produce compounds called endocannabinoids (which are coincidentally similar to active compounds found in cannabis— cannabinoids).

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What’s the Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana CBD Oil?

CannaMD

Like any relatives, the two plants share a number of genetic similarities (including cannabinoids , such as CBD ). As Leafly summarizes: Cannabis refers to a genus of plants which has three species: indica, sativa, and ruderalis. Hemp is a sativa species, while cannabis can be sativa, indica, or ruderalis. or less THC.

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The Key Differences Between CBD and THC You Need to Know

United Patients Group

CBD is derived from hemp or marijuana plants, both species of Cannabis Sativa. THC is the chemical aka cannabinoid in cannabis that gives off the psychoactive feeling. THC is known to interact with the cannabinoid 1 (CB1) receptors in the brain, eliciting a feeling of euphoria and a sense of being high. Defining CBD and THC.

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