THE SCIENCE BEHIND CANNABINOIDS

Cannabinoids are active chemical compounds contained within the cannabis plant. There are over a hundred cannabinoids in cannabis, although it is likely you will have only heard about a few critical ones like THC, CBD and CBN.

When we inhale or ingest cannabis, the cannabinoids bind to CB1 or CB2 receptors in our endocannabinoid system. This regulatory system has receptors throughout our nervous system and vital organs. When a cannabinoid binds with a receptor, it can trigger biological responses like reducing anxiety or inducing psychoactive effects.

To get the full spectrum of benefit from cannabis we need to activate all of the cannabinoids present, however in much the same way that they affect us in different ways, they each have differing volatilisation temperatures.

CBC (Cannabichromene)

Vape Temp: 220°C/ 428°F

With striking similarities to CBD, the principle difference is it can be ten times stronger than its cannabinoid cousin. CBC boosts the body’s natural antiviral, antitumor and anti-inflammatory abilities.

CBD (Cannabidiol)

Vape Temp: 180°C/ 365°F

The second most abundant cannabinoid in cannabis. It is also incredibly popular for its health bolstering attributes; helping manage pain relief, stress, anxiety and digestive processes.

CBDa (Cannabidiolic Acid)

Vape Temp: 120°C/ 248°F

Similar to CBD, cannabidiolic acid offers some medicinal benefit in its anti-inflammatory and anti-tumour properties. Recent marijuana hybrids have been bred with a higher concentration of CBDa. It is a natural precursor to CBD.

CBG (Cannabigerol)

Vape Temp: 52°C/ 126°F

CBG is elusive because of its incredibly low vaporisation temperature. By setting your vaporiser to incorporate other cannabinoids, CBG will likely be destroyed. However, even at low temperatures CBG can stimulate bone and cell growth.

CBN (Cannabinol)

Vape Temp: 185°C/ 365°F

CBN is mostly responsible for the sedative effect users experience when vaping cannabis. Strains rich in this cannabinoid are used to aid restful sleep.

THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)

Vape Temp: 157°C/ 315°F

The most prevalent and well-known cannabinoid in cannabis. THC is responsible for getting users high and is the critical component for providing a psycoactive experience.

THCa

Vape Temp: 105°C/ 220°F