As the legalization and use of hemp and other cannabis products grow in various states, customers increasingly become interested in various strains. These options include cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), two naturally occurring chemicals in cannabis plants. These compounds cause different reactions when consumers enjoy them. Understanding their differences is the key to finding the best product to satisfy your needs.
DACUT is a cannabis dispensary in Detroit, Michigan, focusing on customer service, selection, and education for legal-age adult consumers. Both our Detroit and Flint dispensaries provide recreational and medical marijuana products.
This article will explain more about CBD and THC, their common features, and key differences.
What is CBD?
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is the second most common active component in cannabis marijuana. Although CBD is an essential component of medicinal marijuana, it is either extracted directly from the hemp plant or produced in a laboratory.
Legally, hemp must contain 0.3% THC or less. The 2018 Farm Bill amended the Controlled Substances Act to exclude hemp from the legal definition of marijuana. As a result, some hemp-derived CBD products containing less than 0.3% THC are now allowed on a federal level.
On the other hand, CBD products containing more than 0.3% THC are still classified as marijuana under federal law, making them illegal at the federal level. Also, remember that the FDA has not authorized nonprescription CBD products, and some items may be mislabeled. However, dispensaries can sell approved CBD through gels, gummies, extracts, oils, and supplements.
What is THC?
Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, is the chemical compound in marijuana that causes most of its psychological effects. It functions similarly to the cannabis compounds produced naturally by the body. Cannabinoid receptors can be found in regions of the brain related to memory, pleasure, and coordination. THC binds to and activates these receptors, influencing memory, pleasure, thinking, concentration, coordination, and sensory perception. It can be sold as a vape, tincture, oil, edible, and capsule.
How CBD and THC Affect the Body
THC and CBD have different effects on the body. The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis plants is THC. It is responsible for the euphoric feelings you experience when you take the product. Our bodies have two types of cannabinoid receptors. THC attaches to receptors in the brain that control our mood and other emotions. That is why THC may make you feel euphoric.
CBD binds very weakly to brain receptors and does not offer a euphoric feeling. It collaborates with other factors in the body associated with emotions of well-being. If you want to try CBD and/or THC, consult your healthcare providers. They will advise you accordingly and offer suggestions about the benefits of the two.
CBD vs. THC Benefits
THC and CBD may have similar advantages. They can offer relief and various feelings depending on the product. CBD, on the other hand, does not provide the euphoric effects that THC does. Some patients may prefer to take CBD as it collaborates with other factors in the body associated with emotions of well-being.
Here are some of the benefits of CBD and THC cannabis products.
CBD
The FDA approved Epidiolex, a CBD oral solution, to treat seizures caused by uncommon and severe epilepsy. However, the FDA has not approved Epidiolex for any other conditions.
CBD has other advantages, such as:
Reducing stress
Reducing body discomfort
Improving sleep
Reduce dizziness and fatigue
THC
According to a study, the FDA approved two synthetic THC products for treating particular conditions. The FDA licenses nabilone to treat chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. The FDA has authorized dronabinol to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy treatments.
Other advantages of THC include the following;
Reduces body discomfort
THC products can improve short-term sleep issues, sleep disruptions, and the time it takes to fall asleep
It is also for stimulating the appetite of patients
Reduces stress by releasing dopamine in the brain and creating euphoria
DACUT in Michigan is Here for Your CBD and THC Needs
CBD and THC cannabis products offer some similar but different experiences. Choosing the CBD or THC product you need may be challenging if you don't understand the differences.
At DACUT, we do everything with our patients in mind as we offer free deliveries, have affordable prices, and have reward programs. These relationships enable us to customize and modify product selections, keep inventory fresh, and pass savings on to you, resulting in a one-of-a-kind, must-visit medical marijuana dispensary. Contact us today for more information, and we will make your time worthwhile.
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