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Natural Cannabinoid Guide - THC, CBD, CBG, CBC, etc
Marijuana Cannabinoid's Explained
1 Timothy 4:3-5 "Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats(foods/herbs), which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth. For every creature of God is good, and nothing is to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving: for it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer."
Remember, "God gave man every seed bearing herb, that they shall be for meat!" Meat in this context means "for human consumption", and it is in reference to herbs. "meats" in 1 Timothy 4 means the same thing, and is in reference to plants such as Cannabis being prohibited by the serpent. Another example is in Ezekiel 47:12 where food is referred to as "meats", thus proving my interpretation once again.Quick Note: I wrote another blog on synthetic cannabinoids(the ones being sold via the new "hemp market"), and it is at: https://herbspedia.org/exposing-dangers-of-synthetic-thc-and-rcs-like-jwh-018.html This blog focuses on God-made cannabinoids only. That means, only the ones that exist naturally in Cannabis. I don't discuss delta8 and those related compounds on this page because they are more well associated with the "hemp industry". I want to keep the God-made and Man-made separate.
If you enjoy this blog, you'll likely also enjoy my blog titled: phytochemical benefits of cannabis roots, pollen, and leaves. Please note that legal cannabis products are not safe for human consumption and all real wholesome marijuana is being targeted by socialist. They're spreading insane amounts of new anti-cannabis propaghanda and brainwashing the youth. Sadly, far too many government employees are stupid and are spooning down mass amounts of b.s. People who have used illegal cannabis their whole lives know the truth, but ignorant "authorities" continue to wage war on America, and serve the enemy. They are submissive to the five pointed star(an occult symbol), and the serpent on the side of the ambulance, the W.H.O. emblem(idol), and the U.N. idol(emblem).
Introduction: "Both THC and CBD have a wide therapeutic window across many ailments and form part of a class of secondary metabolites called "cannabinoids" of which approximately over 104 exist."[1] "The cannabis plant (Cannabis sativa L.) produces an estimated 545 chemical compounds of different biogenetic classes."[1] "The plant's medicinal value was first recorded in the Pen Tao Ching, the Chinese pharmacopoeia, the world's oldest, compiled in the Han dynasty, first or second century A.D."[1] I want to illustrate that there's far more to Cannabis than the commonly known cannabinoids, such as the CB's, and THC. One academic source states it best when it says that: "Cannabis is a complex plant able to produce more than 480 chemical entities that represent almost all of the different biogenetic classes."[21]
THC: Keep in mind that this does not apply to poisoned synthetic "hemp" products, but only natural non-gmo cannabis, which is getting harder and harder to find, thanks to the socialist. Yet another academic source states that: "We demonstrated that cannabinoids (Δ9-THC and Δ8-THC) were able to decrease oral cancer cell growth through various mechanisms, including apoptosis, autophagy, and oxidative stress. These results suggest a potential use of these molecules as a therapy against oral cancer."[4] THC is also scientifically proven to be beneficial for those with: Anxiety[49], Diabetes[50], Epilepsy and other siezure disorders[52][53][54], Glaucoma[55], Insomnia[56], Muscle spasticity, Nausea and poor appetite, Osteoporosis, Pain, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Reducing opioid use, Schizophrenia, Symptoms associated with HIV/AIDS. According to Drexel University: "THC appears to decrease anxiety at lower doses and increase anxiety at higher doses."[49] O.G. Observation: I'm an O.G. illegal Marijuana user, and I know from experience that once you're used to the drug, you can tolerate high doses of it without the increase of anxiety. I find the University's conclusion to be accurate, but I would add that increased anxiety is more of an issue with inexperienced users, rather than chronic users. In other words, I've observed that experienced users experience less negative side effects like anxiety in higher doses. For me personally, THC has an anti-anxiety effect most of the time. You have to know when to use it and how. As for my next claim to be backed up, THC is good for diabetes.[50] According to the University Of Texas A&M University: "A new study recently published in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research found that women who heavily used cannabis had lower incidence of diabetes."[50] Another academic source debunks claims that there's a connection between Cannabis use and diabetes: "our results indicate no association between cannabis use and subsequent type 2 diabetes."[51] As far as THC treating seizure disorders goes, here's a quote from the National Institute Of Health Website(an authoritative eduational .gov domain): "Marijuana was documented as protective against a first-onset seizure in men. Cannabis had therapeutic benefit for both provoked and unprovoked seizures in men."[52] Here's a couple of news stories on the subject as well: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/charlottes-web-marijuana-a-hope-for-kids-with-seizures-despite-unproven-medical-benefits/ I remember watching this on CBS with my grandma and dad back in the day! Here's one more story: https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/marijuana-extract-epilepsy/ As for its benefits for Glaucoma: "Several clinical studies have found that cannabinoids or marijuana reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) as well as do most conventional glaucoma medications."[55] One academic study concludes: "Consumption of medical Cannabis flower is associated with significant improvements in perceived insomnia with differential effectiveness and side effect profiles, depending on the product characteristics."[56]
THCV: Let's dive right in. The first scholarly source on THCV that I want to quote states that: "In rodent studies, THCV decreases appetite, increases satiety, and up-regulates energy metabolism, making it a clinically useful remedy for weight loss and management of obesity and type 2 diabetic patients. "[5] "The distinctions between THCV and THC in terms of glycemic control, glucose metabolism, and energy regulation have been demonstrated in previous studies."[5] "The effect of THCV on dyslipidemia and glycemic control in type 2 diabetics showed reduced fasting plasma glucose concentration when compared to a placebo group."[5] "THCV provide neuroprotection, appetite suppression, glycemic control, and reduced side effects"[5] Finally, "THCV has been reported to reduce blood sugar and act as an appetite suppressant in several independent pre-clinical studies"[6]
THCA "THCA also showed anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects that may be beneficial for treating neurodegenerative diseases."[25] Please note that while all real Cannabis users know the difference, the younger generation, and easily manipulated are being gaslit and buying into this lie that "thca flower is real weed", when it is NOT. Stop repeating what you hear idiots say just because it is popular belief. Real Marijuana is wholesome, and "thca flower" is FAKE marijuana that is either: laced, or genetically engineered.[13] It's not the same as the illegal Cannabis that Americans know and love. The socialist are seeking to completely whipe out all real marijuana and replace it with their pharmakeia(poisoned products). Get REAL Marijuana seeds from HerbiesHeadShop.com The terms "legal" and "illegal" do not represent right and wrong, nor is the law just or correct most of the time. You don't want legal cannabis trust me, you want the real wholesome stuff that they don't want Americans to have access to. Want to know why criminals in the DEA, FBI, and police are stealing your drugs? For prostitutes: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/dea-agents-held-sex-parties-linked-drug-cartels-report-n330641 That's why. Just ask the Pensacola FBI, DEA, and SRCSO Here's another story: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/government-report-dea-agents-had-sex-parties-with-prostitutes/ This is why they tell you the news is fake. Stop copying idiots around you that go along with what's popular and are victims of "group think".[14]
THC-B(Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabutol): Here's a Cannabinoid that you've probably never heard of before. "THC-B, or Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabutol (Δ9-THCB, THC-B, tetrahydrocannabinol-C4, THC-C4, (C4)-Δ9-THC, or butyl-THC) is a phytocannabinoid found in Cannabis that is a homologue of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main active component of Cannabis."[16] "THCB has rarely been isolated from cannabis samples, but appears to be less commonly present than THC or THCV."[16] The butyl homologues of Delta9-tetrahydrocannabinol, Delta9-tetrahydrocannabutol (Delta9-THCB), and cannabidiol, cannabidibutol (CBDB), were isolated from a medicinal Cannabis sativa variety (FM2) inflorescence.[17] Some pharmacology related facts on THC-B: "The butyl homologue of Delta-9-THC, Delta-9-THCB, showed an affinity for the human CB1 (Ki = 15 nM) and CB2 receptors (Ki = 51 nM) comparable to that of (-)-trans-Delta-9-THC.[17] The results from my previously cited academic source also shows that Delta-9-THCB demonstrates a partial agonistic activity toward the CB1 receptor.[17] Here's another medical research vendor that's setup shop online offering these rc's(research chemicals): https://www.caymanchem.com/product/30303/delta8-thcb?srsltid=AfmBOoovZ7RxrhxxRdyXkGWJ2ACPZyMcvK8n2koaHjXK9-eBlEofe92n
Male & Female Cannabis Leaves Produce THC!: I'm going to cite a few quotes from an academic source on this subject. "Significant amounts of A1-THC in the leaves of mature male and female plants of a South African strain grown in Denmark (1.4 to 12 mg/g dry weight compared with 9.6 to 17.1 mg/g in the flowering tops of female plants)"[8] I observed this to be true many years before reading about it in a book. A lot of folks believe that males don't produce THC, and that leaves are worthless, yet this is not true. You can collect hashish from the leaves, and use them as medicine in various forms. "In the fresh plant most of the THC occurs as the acid and this is slowly decarboxylated on storage of harvested plant material, but even after two months at 35 degrees celsius, only about one-third is decarboxylated."[8] One more academic confirmation for you: "Our results therefore confirm those of De Faubert Maunder (1970) that in active strains of cannabis significant amounts of THC occur in the leaves, especially at the flowering stage."[8]
CBD: "In this view, Shrivastava et al. [121] have demonstrated that CBD is able to kill breast cancer cells by inducing ER stress, enhancing ROS generation and inhibiting mTOR signaling."[2] Another study demonstrated also that: "CBD induced cell death of breast cancer cells"[3]
CBG: CBG was first synthesized in 1964, but research on it progressed slowly, due to socialist interference, and its low concentration in the Cannabis plant.[16] CBG is rapidly converted into its metabolites THC, CBC, and CBD.[16] CBG demonstrates adrenergic, serotoninergic, and cannabinergic properties, as well as transient receptor potential actions, anti-cancer potential, and acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.[16] I had never heard the term cannabinergic before, so I decided to look up what it means.. It means: "working on the endocannabinoid neurotransmitters".[17] The meaning of serotoninergic is "The serotoninergic system encompasses the synthesis and secretion of an indolic neurotransmitter known as serotonin."[18] Further more, scholaly sources also state that: "CBG is considered a partial agonist at the CB1 receptor (R) and CB2R, as well as a regulator of endocannabinoid signaling. Potential pharmacological targets for CBG include transient receptor potential (TRP) channels, cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes, cannabinoid, 5-HT1A, and alpha-2 receptors."[26] According to the National Library Of Medicine: "The 5HT1A receptors are a signaling hub linked to emotional balance"[27] "Pharmacological, behavioral, and clinical studies have placed one of these receptors, the serotonin 1A (5-HT1A) receptor, in the forefront as a protein that binds to 5-HT with high affinity to exert subtle control over emotion and behavior"[27]
CBC: I used to observe what I like to call a "cool rush", that I would experience back in the early days of consuming Cannabis(real cannabis, not these tainted poisoned "hemp" products(they're synthetic)). It's this calming, cooling sensation that often comes over a toker during a hot summers day, or after one really good puff. I've eventually come to the conclusion that it is the CBC in the cannabis that induced those effects. After trying pure CBC, I came to this conclusion. CBC is short for Cannabichromene.[12] "CBC has been suggested to have disparate therapeutic benefits such as anti-inflammatory, anticonvulsant, antibacterial, and antinociceptive effects."[12]
CBN: What is CBN? CBN is short for Cannabinol, a type of Cannabinoid produced by Cannabis.[20] CBN and CBC are my two favorite CB's(I call them CB's collectively) CBN really is great for sleep, but I highly advise against buying legal hemp derived products, as "derived" is just a manipulative way of saying "synthesized", because it is synthetic. Pure CBD isolate is being chemically converted into things like CBN, so don't let them fool you with COA's, lab test, and promises of safety and wholesomeness. "Hemp derived", means synthetic. Anyway, a scholarly source that I cite states that: "CBN interacts with the endocannabinoid system (ECS), primarily targeting the CB2 and CB1 cannabinoid receptors. There, it acts as a partial agonist for both receptors, modulating their activity and downstream signaling pathways.[20] In other words, it modifies the way that your cannabinoid system "recepts" Cannabis, hints the phrase "entourage effect". "Through these interactions, CBN exhibits diverse effects on various physiological processes, including pain perception, inflammation, immune response, and neuroprotection.[20] I've noticed that it produces a very comforting physical euphoria that is quite blissful. "CBN has been shown to affect non-cannabinoid receptors, including transient receptor potential (TRP) channels, peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs), and serotonin receptors.[20] Looking at brief bits of what the science shows behind each individual component of the Cannabis plant, truly illustrates just how complex and miraculous these ethnobotanical medicines are. There's no man-made drug that can compare to the complexity, or miraculous healing potential that these medicinal plants offer, nor will there ever be. "These interactions contribute to the modulation of pain, inflammation, and mood regulation. The molecular mechanisms of CBN also involve its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. CBN has been found to reduce oxidative stress by scavenging reactive oxygen species (ROS) and inhibiting inflammatory mediators. This antioxidant activity potentially contributes to its neuroprotective effects and may have implications for the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. Furthermore, CBN exhibits potential antimicrobial activity, acting against various bacteria, fungi, and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) strains."[20] There you have it, even just this one chemical in Cannabis has been proven to protect the brain, and yet there are still ignorant people out there(particularly government employees) who are simply not educated on the matter. I'm illustrating the importance of doing your own academic intelligence gathering, because there's a lot of socialist deception that's still living on today in America. I seek to combat this. Instead of poisoning yourself and erasing your memory with hemp synthesized CBN products laced with neurodegenerative proplyene glycol, you can instead take already decarbed cannabis, and decarb it some more.., because according to a scholarly source: "CBN is the nonenzymatic oxidation byproduct of THC and is most commonly an artifact found after prolonged storage, especially at higher temperatures."[22] What this statement translates to, is that CBN is what you wind up with when you decarb for too long.
CBDA "Cannabis leaves contain large amounts of Cannabidiolic acid (CBDA) and Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA), which are acidic variants of CBD and THC and account for the largest proportion of CBDA"[25] When decarboxylated, these turn into THC and CBD. This is great news because it illustrates how valuable your leaves are. You can make hash with the leaves too! "In recent studies, CBDA exhibited anti-hyperalgesia and anti-inflammatory effects."[25] "CBDA and THCA can penetrate the blood–brain barrier (BBB) and affect the central nervous system."[25] Believe it or not Cannabis can be good for memory! According to the National Library Of Medicine: "CBDA and THCA lowered Aβ and p-tau levels, alleviated calcium dyshomeostasis, and exhibited neuroprotective effects in primary neurons. Our results suggest that CBDA and THCA have anti-Alzheimers effects and mitigate memory loss and resilience to increased hippocampal Ca2+, Aβ, and p-tau levels. Together, CBDA and THCA may be useful therapeutic agents for treating Alzheimers disease."[25]
CBGA "Its precursor is the acidic form, cannabigerolic acid (CBGA), which is, in turn, a biosynthetic precursor of the compounds cannabidiol (CBD) and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)."[26] "CBG is generated during the non-enzymatic decarboxylation of cannabigerolic acid, a key compound in the process of biosynthesis of phytocannabinoids."[26] Biosynthesis is the process by which living organisms create complex chemical compounds from simpler precursors.(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biosynthesis) Furthermore: "By interacting with G-protein-coupled receptors, CBG exhibits a wide range of biological activities, inter alia, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal activities, regulation of the redox balance, and neuromodulatory effects"[28]
CBDV
CBNA What is CBNA? CBNA is short for "Cannabinolic acid", and it is the acid-form of CBN.[24]
Choline What is Choline? "Choline is an essential nutrient that is naturally present in certain foods and available as a supplement. The body can also produce small amounts on its own in the liver, but not enough to meet daily needs. Choline is converted into a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, which helps muscles to contract, activates pain responses, and plays a role in brain functions of memory and thinking. Most choline is metabolized in the liver where it is converted into phosphatidylcholine, which assists in building fat-carrying proteins and breaking down cholesterol. It is also "food" for beneficial gut bacteria."[23] There you have it, straight from Harvard University. It's fascinating to think that Cannabis produces around 500 chemicals, but we only hear about a select few. Who knew that Marijuana produced something that's critical for gut health, and plays a rol in brain functions like memory and thinking. This truly illustrates the vast pharmacology of Cannabis, and gives us insight into even more medicinal benefits that the herb offers when consumed internally, as a supplement. No part of the plant is useless, so never toss it! From the roots, to the leaves, to the pollen, and even the stems and seeds, the entire plant is life-giving.
Alkamides What are Alkamides? Answer: "Alkamides are secondary metabolites comprising over 200 related compounds widely distributed in plants. These amides have been found in as many as 10 plant families: Aristolochiaceae, Asteraceae, Brassicaceae, Convolvulaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Menispermaceae, Piperaceae, Poaceae, Rutaceae, and Solanaceae."[10] Here is a quote from a scholarly source that gives us an indication of the properties of Alkamides: "A wide variety of biological activities ranges from the characteristic pungent/tingling property and high insecticidal toxicity to significant antifungal, antibacterial, antiprotozoal, molluscicidal, cercaricidal, and acaricidal activity."[9] FYI: Alkamides likely exist in far more than the ten plants the previous scholarly source stated. Alkamides also exist in another one of my favorite plants of all time, Echinacea purpurea![11] O.G. observation: Echinacea purpurea synergizes very well with Cannabis! Echinacea can either sober you up if you take a lot of it, or a small amount of it will actually enhance your high(medication[cannabis buzz]). "Alkamides show structural similarity with anandamide, an endogenous ligand of cannabinoid receptors"[11] Finally, scientist give us another valuable piece of information in regards to how these miraculous God-made phytochemicals work: "Alkamides bind significantly to CB2 receptors, which is now considered as a possible molecular mode of action of Echinacea alkamides as immunomodulatory agents. It was also demonstrated recently in several studies that alkamide-containing Echinacea preparations trigger effects on the pro-inflammatory cytokines. They were therefore suggested as a new class of cannabinomimetics"[11] Keep in mind that the Alkamides found in Echinacea, are the same alkamides produced by Cannabis and even other plant species! "The more you know!" 🌈
Phenolics: "Regarding phenolic compounds, the Cannabis plant biosynthesises a plethora of unique non-cannabinoids second metabolites, such as prenylated flavonoids, stilbenoids derivatives and lignanammides."[21]
Flavonoids and terpenoids: "Flavonoids and terpenoids in particular have a wide therapeutic window, including but not limited to cancer, inflammation, excessive reactive oxygen species in cells, and enhancement of neuroprotection."[1]
Caflanone: "is a flavonoid molecule with selective activity against the human viruses including the coronavirus OC43 (HCov-OC43) that is responsible for COVID-19, and certain cancers, is one of the most promising non-cannabinoid molecules that is being advanced into clinical trials."[1]
Other phytochemicals: Eugenol;[7] Choline, trigonelline, cannabamines A-D, and more shockingly a constituent known as phenethylamine hordenine[7](which is found in some psychoactive cacti that also contain psychedelic Mescaline).[15] "Secondary metabolites include approximately 120 terpenoids (61 monoterpenes, 52 sesquiterpenoids, and 5 triterpenoids, essential oils, over 26 flavonoids, lignans, stilbenoid derivatives, alkaloids, amino acids, spiroindans, polyphenols, 20 steroids), dihydrophenanthrenes, glycoproteins (such as galactose, glucose, mannose and xylose), and dibenzyls [5,6]. This list also includes a-cannabispiranol, chrysoeriol, 6-prenylapigenin, cannflavin A and b-acetyl cannabispiranol."[1]
Hordenine: Q: What is Hordenine? A: A phytochemical produced by Marijuana.[7][31] You know what's interesting about Hordenine being found in Marijuana? What makes this interesting, is the fact that Hordenine is also found in psychoactive cacti known to produce the psychedelic drug known as Mescaline, a type of phenethylamine(a class of drugs).[15] Hordenine IS PSYCHOACTIVE.[x] "Hordenine, a phenethylamine alkaloid, is found in a variety of plants and exhibits a broad array of biological activities and pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic effects."[29] Other pharmacological actions of Hordenine include: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-tumor activities.[29] Hordenine has also been found by researchers to exhibit pharmacological activity against Covid-19: "Studies indicate that hordenine can inhibit neuro-inflammation and reduce nerve pain, exert anti-inflammatory effects in diabetic nephropathy, and prevent lipopolysaccharide-induced acute lung injury. In addition, hordenine displays antibacterial properties, as well as antiviral properties against herpes virus and SARS-CoV-2, and prevents inflammation caused by both viruses at the site of infection.[29] Here's a DEA licensed research chemical vendor that provides it to qualifying recipients: https://cymitquimica.com/cas/539-15-1/Hordenine
Cannabamines A-D:
"A 2008 study by Radwan and colleagues identified and isolated six new non-cannabinoid phytochemicals from a high potency Cannabis sativa L. strain. These were: 5-acetoxy-6-geranyl-3-n-pentyl-1,4-benzoquinone, 4,5-dihydroxy-2,3,6-trimethoxy-9,10-dihydrophenanthrene, 4,7-dimethoxy-1,2,5-trihydroxyphenanthrene, cannflavin C, cb-sitosteryl-3-O-b-D-glucopyranoside-20-O-palmitate, and 4-hydroxy-2,3,6,7-tetramethoxy-9,10-dihydrophenanthrene."[1] Below I will go through each one of these and list what I can find about them via academic sources. I'll go down the list above from left to right and cover each one.
SCHEMBL25321686 (5-acetoxy-6-geranyl-3-n-pentyl-1,4-benzoquinone): Here is this phytochemicals PubChem page: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5-Acetoxy-6-geranyl-3-n-pentyl-1_4-benzoquinone A synonym for the long drawn out scientific name for the substance is: SCHEMBL25321686.[PubChem]
SCHEMBL28602563 (4,5-dihydroxy-2,3,6-trimethoxy-9,10-dihydrophenanthrene): Here's another licensed research chemical vendor that provides this chemical: https://www.guidechem.com/encyclopedia/4-5-dihydroxy-2-3-6-trimethoxy-dic12332231.html Here's the chemical's corresponding PubChem page on the National Library Of Medicine archive: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/2_3-dimethoxy-9_10-dihydrophenanthrene-4_5-diol According to PubChem, "SCHEMBL28602563" is a Synonym for the longer scientific name for the compound. All I could really find out about this compound is that it has been found in Cannabis and it is stocked and sold by chemical suppliers. Other than that, it looks like there's some secrets being kept about it because I can't find any more info on it. I'm sure it exist out there somewhere, but for now very little has been leaked in regards to this compound's pharmacology.
Cannflavin C: It's a confirmed component, being listed on the National Library Of Medicine's PubChem archive: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Cannflavin-C Here's another pharma vendor that supplies research labs with this substance and others: https://www.medchemexpress.com/cannflavin-c.html So what are Cannflavin's? "Cannflavins are a group of prenylflavonoids derived from Cannabis sativa L.. Cannflavin A (CFL-A), B (CFL-B) and C (CFL-C) have been heralded for their anti-inflammatory properties in pre-clinical evaluations."[32] According to one of my academic sources: "The yield from plant sources is low, however biochemical engineering may be possible in the future."[32] This quote is distrubring because they're letting us know that they have no problem altering the genetics of plants in order to make them produce larger amounts of certain substances that would have otherwise never happened. It is an un-Godly abomination. "Biochemical engineering, also known as bioprocess engineering, is a field of study with roots stemming from chemical engineering and biological engineering."(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biochemical_engineering and: https://cet.ecu.edu/engineering/biochemical-engineering/) The following quote from the National Library Of Medicine illustrates to us just what the motive is behind prohibition of Marijuana: "Despite the low level of cannflavins in cannabis hamper their development as naturally derived products, efforts need to be put in place to develop high yield synthetic or biosynthetic protocols for their production in order for their development as pharmaceutical products."[33]
Cannabis pollen: The pollen contains: flavone, and phenolic alkaloids.[7][1] O.G. Observation: The pollen will totally get you stoned. Decarb it and try it! I first observed it, then later on read about it, and cite a source to confirm it at the end of this sentence.[7][1] This blog will equip you with all the knowledge you need to get the most out of all parts of the Cannabis plant, both male and female. No part of the plant is useless for medicine. According to the National Library Of Medicine: "The extracts from hemp pollen were found rich in phenolic compounds, such as hydroxytyrosol, coumaric acid, and hesperitin. The phenolic profile was also consistent with the observed scavenging/reducing, enzyme inhibitory, and antimicrobial properties of the extracts. Regarding the antimicrobial effects, Escherichia coli(E. coli), Trycophyton rubrum, and T. tonsurans were the most sensitive to growth inhibitory effects of the extracts."[46] These are some more scientific findings that demonstrate the miraculous pharmacological potential of a plant that has been widely condemned by misled prohibitionist in this country for over one hundred years now.
Hydroxytyrosol(4-(2-dihydroxyphenyl)ethanol) A.K.A: (HXT): According to one academic source: "Its regular consumption has several beneficial effects such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and as a protector of skin and eyes."[47] These are exciting facts because all you hear about is THC and CBD these days. These are rarely discussed compounds in the mainstream. Now you see why they shadow-banned me on social. Another interesting fact about Hydroxytyrosol is that it is also found in Olives. According to the National Library Of Medicine: "Hydroxytyrosol (HXT) is a phenolic compound drawn from the olive tree and its leaves as a by-product obtained from the manufacturing of olive oil."[47] As far as its pharmacology goes: "It is considered the most powerful antioxidant compound after gallic acid and one of the most powerful antioxidant compounds between phenolic compounds from olive tree followed by oleuropein, caffeic and tyrosol."[47] It's good medicinally as an: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer drug, and as a protector of skin and eyes.[47] I was very excited to learn what I am about to quote because I personally use Green Tea for its health benefits: "This compound is ten times more antioxidant than green tea and two times more than coenzyme Q10 [15], additionally HXT scavenging ability is comparable to oleorupein and catechol."[47] It is also a precursor to oleuropein.[47]
Coumaric acid: Let's first define what Coumaric acid is. "Coumaric acid (p-CA) is defined as a derivative of phenolic acid and a precursor of other phenolic compounds, widely found in various fruits, cereals, and vegetables. It exhibits bioactivities such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cardioprotective properties."[58] Keep these findings in mind, because Cannabis root produces pharmacologically significant amounts of Coumaric acid, making the root of Cannabis itself medicine. According to scientific research: "The content of p-coumaric acid and ethyl p-coumarate in the total extract of hemp root was estimated to be 2.61 mg g-1 and 6.47 mg g-1, respectively, by HPLC-DAD analysis. These values correspond to 84 mg Kg-1 dry root and 216 mg Kg-1 dry root, respectively. In conclusion, this study identified p-coumaric acid and ethyl p-coumarate as the main phenolic compounds contained in the hemp roots."[57] You don't hear these facts often. There's trending facts, and then there's facts that have yet to be pushed. That's where I come in! This is why the socialist have me shadow banned on social media.
Hesperitin: This stuff is available for sale on the open market. Here's its PubChem page: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Hesperetin Hesperitin is also found in: Camellisa sinensis(tea), and Salvia officinalis.[48] https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/nursing-and-health-professions/hesperetin
Terpenes: What are Terpenes? Terpenes are the main components of the essential oils of a plant, and are responsible for the scent of Cannabis, as well as a lot of the taste.[19] Don't be fooled by synthetic "hemp" products, that claim to include terpenes in their products.. They're lying. Instead, they put poisonous proplyene glycol in there.(see my Cannabis blog exposing this) Terpenes synergize with cannabinoids, producing a nice entourage effect.[19] This is no surprise to anyone who follows my blog, as I have exposed the ancient wisdom of drug synergy on here many times. O.G. Observation: Covert psychoactives are amplified by overt psychoactives. Anyway, I digress. Let's get back on the topic of terpenes! According to the National Library Of Medicine: "Besides the biomarker cannabinoids, Cannabis also biosynthesizes terpenes responsible for the characteristic plant odor and flavor. More than 100 terpenes have been identified from C. sativa growing in different localities and at different stages of the plant's growth. The most common among C. sativa terpenes are limonene, Alpha-pinene, beta-myrcene, and beta-caryophyllene. The presence of terpenes could potentiate the physiological effects of cannabinoids. Combinations of cannabinoids and terpenes could be an important therapeutic tool and may explain the potential of cannabis to relieve certain symptoms."[33] You just won't get the same effects nor benefits from buying pharmaceutical/fortune 500 "hemp derived" crap.
Limonene(or d-Limonene): Limonene is also found in Lemons[35], Oranges[34], Myrrh[36], and in oil of Lemongrass is 96–100% l-limonene.[35] The University Of Arizona describes it best when they say that: "That nice smell from a lemon, for example, is a terpene called d-Limonene."[37] You can learn to detect the terpene profile of any given strain by knowing these facts. Learning other sources for these natural phytochemicals, and their pharmacology, can help you learn how to consume foods which synergize with your Cannabis in an optimal way, so you can mould your experience how you need to in order to get the best medical results. Limonene also has anti-anxiety and anticonvulsant properties.[43]
Alpha-Humulene: Alpha-Humulene is a Sesquieterpene class terpene.[43] It offers Anti-inflammatory and anti-allergy properties.[43] Humulene is also found in Hops, a close relative of Cannabis![44][45] According to Oregon State University: "Hops are part of the Cannabaceae family of plants, which also includes hemp and marijuana."[45]
Alpha-pinene: The National Institute Of Health reports that Alpha-Pinene is also found in: Camellia sinensis(Tea), and Callistemon citrinus.[38] According to PubChem(Via the National Library Of Medicine): Alpha-pinene is not soluble in water.[38] Pine needles also produce Alpha-Pinene, hints the name "PINEne".[39] "Pine (genus Pinus and family Pinaceae) needle (leaves) oil containing α-pinene is applied as an anti-cancer agent in Traditional Chinese Medicine."[39] Furthermore, another academic source goes on to state that: "It is a component of many aromatic dietary plants, such as mint, holy basil, camphor, bupleurum, and psidium. As a potent antioxidant, it inhibits prostaglandin E1 and NF-κB thereby contributing to reported anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic effects."[40] "Alpha-Pinene represents a member of the monoterpene class and is highly distributed in higher plants like conifers, Juniper ssp. and Cannabis ssp. Alpha-Pinene has been used to treat respiratory tract infections for centuries. Furthermore, it plays a crucial role in the fragrance and flavor industry."[40] The fact that Alpha-pinene is found in Cannabis, and it has also been used to treat respiratory tract infections for centuries, shows that the negative stigma around smoking Marijuana as being "worse for the lungs than cigarettes" is simply negative stigma, rather than truth. Other plants that produce Alpha-Pinene include: Piper nigrum(the black pepper plant) and Juniperus species.[41] Scent: "Alpha-Pinene with its volatile and hydrophobic properties has a fresh pine scent and woody flavor."[42] Alpha-Pinene is also antinociceptive, and analgesic.[43]
Alpha & Beta-Pinene: Beta-Pinene has anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive properties.[43] Pinene(or Beta-Pinene) has cytogenetic, gastroprotective, anxiolytic, cytoprotective, anticonvulsant, and neuroprotective effects.[59] According to Cambridge Dictionary, Cytogenetic means: "1. relating to or using cytogenetics (= the study of chromosomes and how they affect the behaviour"[60] Pinene in general, both alpha and beta-pinene, demonstrate: antibiotic resistance modulation, anticoagulant, antitumor, antimicrobial, antimalarial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-Leishmania, and analgesic effects.[59] Another useful fact in regards to this terpene(for those interested in maximizing their ability to get the best medicinal results from their Cannabis), is that α-pinene is a colorless, water-insoluble but oil- and ethanol-soluble organic liquid, and Its boiling point is 155 °C.[59] 155 degree's celsius translates to 311 degrees fahrenheit.
Inspired by the previous bit on Pinene's: O.G. Trick: Something I've started doing, is when I decarb my hemp trim(for internal use), I'll add in to the finished product a certain amount of un-decarbed trim, and then some aged-naturally trim. The point of this is it ensures that there are terpenes in the final product, because remember heat can ruin terpenes. By adding in one month old naturally-decarbed product, with un-decarbed product, and then finally decarbed product, the end result is well balanced, and entourage effect friendly. It enhances the properties of the end product by ensuring the maximum variety of various cannabinoids and terpenes that are left in the end product. O.G. Observation: You can decarb cannabis, including leaf or trim, and eat it. It doesn't have to be cooked into anything to work. It will work much better in brownies obviously, but it still works. Never decarb bud that's already decarbed itself naturally over time. It will just ruin the product, as bud decarbs slowly over weeks, and months.. I believe this is why some edibles don't work for people, and often times people struggle with getting their edibles to turn out right so that they actually get them medicated. If you're decarbing cannabis that's already decarbed, you're just turning the THC into CBN, and then further degrading it from there. I also wanted to share that I mix half Cilantro with my decarbed hemp trim, to combat(antidote) any potential heavy metals in the product that the plant may have absorbed from the soil.
Beta-myrcene: Beta-Myrcene produces: Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, and Sedative effects.[43] According to the NIH: "Myrcene (β-myrcene) is an abundant monoterpene which occurs as a major constituent in many plant species, including hops and cannabis."[x] It is especially present in the essential oils of plants such as: "hops, cannabis, lemongrass, verbena, as well as in citrus fruits and citrus juices."[X] O.G. Observation: I remember noticing a long time ago before I even knew about terpenes and the relationship that the Hops plant had with the Cannabis plant, in terms of them being relatives, that they both have a similar taste. I would notice as I sipped my Heiniken bber that it tasted of Cannabis. This is because of the two plants sharing a terpene profile. It makes me feel compelled to reccomend Heineken beer to anyone who enjoys a high grade brew. Shout out to Heineken man! I don't get paid for this reference. https://www.theheinekencompany.com/age-gate/1 Grolsch beer also uses premium hops and has that Cannabis taste. I've never noticed any other brand of beer that had that Cannabis taste and aroma to it. I highly suggest these two brands. Amsterdam knows what you need. Gnomesayn?
Beta-caryophyllene: Beta-caryophyllene produces: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-anxiety, and Analgesic properties.[43] "It has been observed that beta-caryophyllene interacts with the CB2 cannabinoid receptor from the human endocannabinoid system which is involved in regulating pain, mood and immune response. Studies have shown that doses of 50 - 200 mg/kg of beta-caryophyllene significantly reduced systemic inflammation in rodent models and prostate tissue in gerbils."[43]
Linalool: Linalool offers Anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, and analgesic properties.[43]
Cannabis Roots: Cannabis roots contain friedelin, epifriedelino, N-(p-hydrocy-B-phenethyl)-p-hydroxy-trans-cinnamamide, choline, and neurine.[7][1]
Final thoughts and facts: "Hemp has always been a part of Chinese culture; shamans, alchemists, physicians, and folk healers have long used it as a medicine and as an elixir or life."(from Secret Of The Golden Flower, ca. third century C.E.)[7] I believe that researchers may be hiding a lot of facts from the public. I want to dig and spread those facts that are lurking in the shadows. One such fact is that: "Up to 120 types of phytocannabinoids are present in hemp."[25] This means that most of the medicinal components in Cannabis, are not known to the mainstream. I intend to change that!
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