Cannabinoid Guide
Understanding THC, CBD, CBN, CBG, and THCV — the compounds that define your cannabis experience.
The Entourage Effect
Cannabinoids don't work alone. The “entourage effect” is the theory that all cannabis compounds — cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids — work synergistically to produce effects greater than any single compound alone. This is why whole-plant extracts often feel different from isolated THC or CBD.
THC
THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)
The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis. THC binds to CB1 receptors in the brain, producing euphoria, relaxation, altered perception, and appetite stimulation.
Effects
Medical Applications
CBD
CBD (Cannabidiol)
Non-psychoactive cannabinoid with significant therapeutic potential. CBD modulates the endocannabinoid system without producing a high, and can counteract THC's anxiety-inducing effects.
Effects
Medical Applications
CBN
CBN (Cannabinol)
A mildly psychoactive cannabinoid formed when THC degrades over time or with heat exposure. CBN is known for its sedative properties and is often called the 'sleepy cannabinoid.'
Effects
Medical Applications
CBG
CBG (Cannabigerol)
The 'mother cannabinoid' — all other cannabinoids start as CBGA before converting. CBG is non-psychoactive and shows promise for glaucoma, inflammatory bowel disease, and neuroprotection.
Effects
Medical Applications
THCV
THCV (Tetrahydrocannabivarin)
A close relative of THC that at low doses blocks CB1 receptors (appetite suppressant) and at higher doses activates them (psychoactive). Known as 'diet weed' for its appetite-suppressing effects.