Cannabis and natural psychedelic effects; nothing to do with CBD sold online

The THC of legal weed is in fact less than 0.2% (with tolerated percentages of up to 0.5%), while CBD is present in high percentages in legal cannabis flowers. Furthermore  , THC is completely absent in products such as CBD hashish  and CBD oil.

What is THC and why is it classified as a psychoactive substance?

THC, acronym for Tetrahydrocannabinol, is the  psychotropic  (i.e. psychoactive, psychomimetic) active ingredient in  cannabis . It is a substance that, once taken,  binds to cannabinoid receptors, altering our psyche . Specifically, here are what effects can be found following the intake of  marijuana  high in THC:

• mood alteration: there is a tendency to be in a state of extreme euphoria (especially with regard to Cannabis Sativa) followed by extreme relaxation;
• increased concentration, creativity and brain activity;
• alteration of time and space;
• very mild hallucinogenic effects;
• alteration of the senses. In particular, it is possible to find an increase in the sense of smell;
• side effects such as anxiety, depression and sleep disturbances.

It is also possible to experience various physical effects such as munchies and also muscle weakness and dry mouth. The strong muscle relaxation, however, is given in particular by  CBD , while the sensation of dry mouth  is given by a lesser known cannabinoid called anandamide (AEA). Taking  light weed ,  legal hashish,  or CBD oil does not have the same effect as using high-THC marijuana. In  fact, in legal cannabis , THC is present in small quantities and its effect is further contained by CBD. Then, as we anticipated, the legal hashish  el 

  

CBD oil  exclusively feature cannabidiol.

 

Why can't CBD be defined as a "psychotropic substance"?

CBD, acronym for cannabidiol, stimulates the cannabinoid receptors in our body, called CB1 and CB2, in a completely different way from THC. After taking CBD only physical effects are found, so this active ingredient in cannabis is not a psychotropic substance.

Are you wondering what are the effects of CBD ? Here they are listed below:  

• anti-inflammatory;
• painkiller;
• antiemetic;
• anti-nausea;
• anticonvulsant;
• spasmolytic;
• antioxidant;
• hypotensive;
• relaxing.

Furthermore, its action is capable of modulating the effects of THC, so it is possible to consider CBD as an antipsychotic.

The side effects of CBD are very mild : in particular, you may experience drowsiness and muscle fatigue due to relaxation. These effects are actually positive for many people, especially for those who, with the intake of cannabidiol, can fight insomnia and muscle stiffness.   

As you may have noticed, none of the  effects of CBD  affects the psyche, so much so that the scientific community considers it a potential adjuvant to combat numerous problems and symptoms. The studies are still in progress and, for the moment, carried out only on guinea pigs and laboratory mice, but there are  very good hopes  for the future application of CBD in the medical field.