Last time, we went over what terpenes and cannabinoids are and why they can be important to know, as well as a little on how they can help. Today, we will be naming cannabinoids and terpenes and what they do.
Raw Cannabinoids
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THC-A: most commonly occurring non-intoxicating component found in raw cannabis which converts to THC when burned, vaporized, or heated at a certain temperature. In its raw form, THC-A is potentially beneficial for inflammatory conditions such as lupus, treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, and antiproliferative properties.
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CBD-A: second most commonly found component is raw cannabis which converts to CBD when burned, vaporized, or heated at certain temperatures. In its raw form, CBD-A creates more antimicrobial activity than CBD alone in addition to being potentially beneficial for pain, nausea, and inflammatory conditions.
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CBG-A: considered to be the 'mother' of cannabinoids, as all others are synthesized from it. Potentially beneficial for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.
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CBC-A: one of three compounds synthesized out of CBG-A. CBC-A is potentially beneficial for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
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CBGV-A: non-intoxicating component found in raw cannabis, potentially beneficial for anti-inflammatory properties.
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THCV-A: non-intoxicating component found in raw cannabis, potentially beneficial for anti-inflammatory properties.
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CBDV-A: non-intoxicating component found in raw cannabis, potentially beneficial for anti-inflammatory properties.
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CBCV-A: non-intoxicating component found in raw cannabis, potentially beneficial for anti-inflammatory properties.
Decarboxylated (Activated) Cannabinoids
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THC: a primary intoxicating component which interacts with receptors in the brain and body to create various effects. Potentially beneficial for pain relief, appetite stimulation, and treatment for nausea.
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CBD: non-intoxicating component potentially beneficial to a variety of conditions including anxiety, pain, and inflammation. Famously known for treating rare forms of childhood epilepsy.
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CBC: non-intoxicating component potentially beneficial for cancer, depression, inflammation, and more. Popular for use in cannabis topicals.
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CBG: non-intoxicating component potentially beneficial for glaucoma, inflammatory bowels, and has also shown evidence of being an effective antibacterial agent.
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CBGV: non-intoxicating component potentially beneficial for its anticonvulsant effects as well as its effects on leukaemia cells.
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THCV: minorly occurring non-intoxicating (unless consumed in high doses) component only found within some strains of cannabis that is potentially beneficial to diabetes, panic disorders (anxiety, PTSD, etc.), and Alzheimer's. May also be used to suppress appetite.
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CBDV: non-intoxicating component potentially beneficial for its anticonvulsant effects, and nausea treatment. Highest levels of CBDV are found more prevalently in Indica strains, specifically landrace Indica strains.
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CBCV: non-intoxicating component potentially beneficial for chronic pain, depression, Crohn's disease, and inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.
Aged Cannabinoids
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CBN-A: non-intoxicating parent component that decarboxylates into CBN. CBN: non-intoxicating component commonly believed to have sedative effects. Rarely exceeds 1% in dried flowers.
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CBL-A: non-intoxicating degradation product that occurs when CBC-A absorbs UV light. CBL: a non-intoxicating product that occurs when CBL-A is burned, vaporized, or heated at certain temperatures, or exposed to UV light.
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Δ8 THC: slightly less psychoactive component potentially beneficial for anxiety disorders (anxiety, PTSD, etc.), appetite stimulation, and pain relief.
Terpenes
Myrcene
Aroma: Cardamom, cloves, musky, earthy, herbal.
Vaporizes at: 332ºF (167ºC).
Potential effects: Sedating, relaxing.
Potential therapeutic value: Antioxidant; treatment of insomnia, pain, and inflammation.
Also found in: Mango, lemongrass, thyme, hops.
Limonene
Aroma: Citrus.
Vaporizes at: 348ºF (176ºC).
Potential effects: Elevated mood, stress relief.
Potential therapeutic value: Treatment of anxiety, depression, inflammation, pain, and cancer.
Also found in: Fruit rinds, rosemary, juniper, peppermint.
Caryophyllene
Aroma: Pepper, spicy, woody, cloves.
Vaporizes at: 266ºF (130ºC).
Potential effects: Stress relief.
Potential therapeutic value: Treatment of pain, anxiety/depression, ulcers.
Also found in: Black pepper, cloves, cinnamon.
Terpinolene
Aroma: Piney, floral, and herbal.
Vaporizes at: 366ºF (186ºC).
Potential effects: Uplifting.
Potential therapeutic value: Antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-fungal, anti-cancer.
Also found in: Nutmeg, tea tree, conifers, apples, cumin, and lilacs.
Pinene
Aroma: Pine.
Vaporizes at: 311ºF (155ºC).
Potential effects: Alertness, memory retention, counteracts some THC effects.
Potential therapeutic value: Treatment of asthma, pain, inflammation, ulcers, anxiety, cancer.
Also found in: Pine needles, rosemary, basil, parsley, dill.
Humulene
Aroma: Hops, woody, earthy.
Vaporizes at: 222ºF (106ºC).
Potential therapeutic value: Anti-inflammatory.
Also found in: Hops, coriander, cloves, basil.
Ocimene
Aroma: Sweet, herbal, and woody.
Vaporizes at: 122ºF (50ºC).
Potential therapeutic value: Antiviral, anti-fungal, antiseptic, decongestant, antibacterial.
Also found in: Mint, parsley, pepper, basil, mangoes, orchids, and kumquats.
Linalool
Aroma: Floral.
Vaporizes at: 388ºF (198ºC).
Potential effects: Mood enhancement, sedation.
Potential therapeutic value: Treatment of anxiety, depression, insomnia, pain, inflammation, and neurodegenerative disease.
Also found in: Lavender.
In the next lesson, we will be going over what the endocannabinoid system is and why cannabis effects us in the first place.
