THCV
You’ve heard about THC, and you’d have to be living under a rock to have missed the explosive popularity of CBD, but there’s something exciting we at SKNY WKND would like to share. It’s called THCV.
Tetra what? Tetrahydrocannabivarin, aka THCV, is one of the 100 or so naturally-occurring cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant, and it has some amazing properties that could revolutionize the cannabis world. Discovered in the 1970s, THCV is primarily found in small amounts in certain rare African Sativa strains. Like many things from the 70s, THCV has been overlooked — until now.
But the most exciting news comes from scientific research which shows the potential side benefits of THCV, which include regulating blood sugar, curbing hunger (aka “the munchies”), relieving anxiety, panic attacks and PTSD. THCV may also benefit those suffering from Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Multiple Sclerosis. These studies are ongoing, but so far the research looks very promising.
THCV
You’ve heard about THC, and you’d have to be living under a rock to have missed the explosive popularity of CBD, but there’s something exciting we at SKNY WKND would like to share. It’s called THCV.
Tetra what? Tetrahydrocannabivarin, aka THCV, is one of the 100 or so naturally-occurring cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant, and it has some amazing properties that could revolutionize the cannabis world. Discovered in the 1970s, THCV is primarily found in small amounts in certain rare African Sativa strains. Like many things from the 70s, THCV has been overlooked — until now.
But the most exciting news comes from scientific research which shows the potential side benefits of THCV, which include regulating blood sugar, curbing hunger (aka “the munchies”), relieving anxiety, panic attacks and PTSD. THCV may also benefit those suffering from Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Multiple Sclerosis. These studies are ongoing, but so far the research looks very promising.
Like many things from the 70s, THCV has been overlooked — until now.
Like many things from the 70s, THCV has been overlooked — until now.
The Feels
Unlike cannabinoids found in Indica strains, ones which result in “couch lock,” THCV is noted for its energetic, uplifting and euphoric effects. When consumed in higher doses, THCV produces an invigorating and focused feeling that’s more short acting than other cannabinoids. Therefore it might be best used for creative pursuits or a hike rather than a sleep aid.
The Feels
Unlike cannabinoids found in Indica strains, ones which result in “couch lock,” THCV is noted for its energetic, uplifting and euphoric effects. When consumed in higher doses, THCV produces an invigorating and focused feeling that’s more short acting than other cannabinoids. Therefore it might be best used for creative pursuits or a hike rather than a sleep aid.
Cannabinoids
Humans have been enjoying the physical and mental effects of cannabis for millennia, thanks to something called the endocannabinoid system, or ECS. All vertebrates have this system, which consists of receptors located throughout the body: in the brain, spine and digestive system. The body in fact produces its own cannabinoids, known as “endogenous,” as well as processing primary and secondary cannabinoids introduced from outside the body (“exogenous”). This system plays a part in a dizzying array of functions in the body, including those that regulate motor skills, memory and learning, motivation and emotion, pain relief and many others.
The super star cannabinoid is well known — humans have been “studying” THC for a long time now, boosting THC levels in cannabis like it’s a mission to Mars. The result is often a super potent product – but this super potency is not for everyone. What’s been missed is the combined effect of the secondary cannabinoids which interact with and mitigate some of the negative side effects of THC.
The number of secondary cannabinoids gaining attention lately include CBN (cannabinol), CBC (cannabichromene), CBG (cannabigerol) and of course THCV. The interaction of these secondary cannabinoids with THC is referred to as the Entourage Effect, or the way all cannabinoids act in concert, enhancing and complementing each other to produce an overall experience.
Future State
Many of these secondary cannabinoids – especially THCV – are found in such small amounts in cannabis that their individual effects would be hard to feel on their own. Thanks to selective breeding, extraction and concentration efforts, higher levels of THCV are now available in different forms. Finally the uplifting, energetic and euphoric effects of THCV can be enjoyed by all.
Cannabinoids
Humans have been enjoying the physical and mental effects of cannabis for millennia, thanks to something called the endocannabinoid system, or ECS. All vertebrates have this system, which consists of receptors located throughout the body: in the brain, spine and digestive system. The body in fact produces its own cannabinoids, known as “endogenous,” as well as processing primary and secondary cannabinoids introduced from outside the body (“exogenous”). This system plays a part in a dizzying array of functions in the body, including those that regulate motor skills, memory and learning, motivation and emotion, pain relief and many others.
The super star cannabinoid is well known — humans have been “studying” THC for a long time now, boosting THC levels in cannabis like it’s a mission to Mars. The result is often a super potent product – but this super potency is not for everyone. What’s been missed is the combined effect of the secondary cannabinoids which interact with and mitigate some of the negative side effects of THC.
The number of secondary cannabinoids gaining attention lately include CBN (cannabinol), CBC (cannabichromene), CBG (cannabigerol) and of course THCV. The interaction of these secondary cannabinoids with THC is referred to as the Entourage Effect, or the way all cannabinoids act in concert, enhancing and complementing each other to produce an overall experience.
Future State
Many of these secondary cannabinoids – especially THCV – are found in such small amounts in cannabis that their individual effects would be hard to feel on their own. Thanks to selective breeding, extraction and concentration efforts, higher levels of THCV are now available in different forms. Finally the uplifting, energetic and euphoric effects of THCV can be enjoyed by all.
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Get the SKNY on THCV
Bone Density
Neuroprotection
Diabetes