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CBG vs CBN

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CBG vs CBN For many years, THC  was the only cannabinoid that was widely available.  Then CBD came along, becoming the only non-intoxicating compound available.  With the success and boom of the CBD industry, it wasn’t long before other non-intoxicating cannabinoids were being discovered.  Both CBG and CBN are now starting to come to the fore in the cannabis industry…

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CBD and building up a tolerance

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CBD AND BUILDING UP A TOLERANCE  Because CBD works best when taken regularly, many users report having to increase their dosage to feel the same effects. CBD tolerance is a hotly contested subject; some claiming that early studies show no evidence that one’s tolerance to CBD builds up over time, and others adamant that, just like almost anything, our body…

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CBD and it’s Immune Boosting Properties

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CBD AND ITS IMMUNE BOOSTING PROPERTIES Before mentioning our immune systems, it’s important to remind ourselves about the endocannabinoid system and its importance as a neurotransmitter in our body. Our endocannabinoid system is made up of CB1 and CB2 receptors, as well as endocannabinoids (anandamide and 2-AG) and the proteins that transport everything, allowing them to break down in the…

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The Entourage Effect

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The Entourage Effect The entourage effect is the belief that, put simply, all of the beneficial compounds from the cannabis plant work better together than they do in isolation. Most people are aware of the cannabis plants’ two main compounds, THC and CBD, but there are over 100 other naturally occurring cannabinoids that the plant produces.  The theory is that,…

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CO2 Extraction Explained

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CO2 Extraction Explained All too often overlooked, the extraction method is not something to ignore if you’re looking for high quality and safe CBD products. CO2(Carbon Dioxide) extraction is the process of removing all of the beneficial cannabinoids from the hemp plant.  By applying pressure and heat to carbon dioxide, the plant’s essential oils, terpenes and flavonoids are able to…