Understanding CannabinoidsUpdated 2 years ago

Cannabinoids are the active chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant. 

THC and CBD are the primary cannabinoids, but there are over 100 different minor cannabinoids. 

• THC, known for it's psychoactive "high", is also effective for managing pain, assisting with relaxation, and generally unwinding. 
• CBD, a non-psychoactive cannabinoid, is ideal for inflammation reduction, helping to reduce stress, and relaxing before falling asleep. 

At Papa & Barkley, our proprietary Whole Plant infusion process captures the cannabis plant's complete profile of cannabinoids and terpenes in order to improve the efficacy of our products. For more information on how cannabinoids drive the intended effect, read our FAQ article on ratios. 

Common Cannabinoids:

Cannabidiol (CBD) is the cannabinoid that is non-psychoactive and is thought to be one of the strongest anti-inflammatory agents found in nature. CBD can be stored in our bodies. CBD can also counteract the psychoactive effects of THC
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is widely known for its psychoactive effects. THC is also one of nature’s strongest painkillers. THC is non-psychoactive when used topically and can be micro-dosed to control psychoactivity arising from other delivery methods.
Cannabidiolic Acid  (CBDa) is the cannabinoid found in the resin glands (trichomes) of raw cannabis plants. In this case, raw means unheated and uncured.
Tetrahydrocannabinol Acid (THCa) is the cannabinoid that is beginning to demonstrate immense therapeutic potential and is the non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in raw and live cannabis.  As the plant dries, THCa slowly converts to THC.
Cannabigerol (CBG) is the cannabinoid found in raw Cannabis. CBG is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid, meaning it doesn’t produce the “highs” that are synonymous with THC. Because it is present in low levels (usually less than 1%) in most cannabis strains.
Cannabinol (CBN) is the cannabinoid offers a unique profile of effects and benefits. CBN’s most pronounced, characterizing attribute is its sedative effect. The cannabinoid induces little to no intoxicating effects.