cannabinoids
Hemp's active chemicals
Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that interact with cannabinoid receptors in the body.
Some occur naturally in cannabis plants—THC and CBD are the most widely known.
The human body also produces its own cannabinoids (endocannabinoids).
Synthetic cannabinoids are manufactured for medical research or sold illicitly as recreational drugs.
The study measured cannabinoid levels in participants' blood.
Psychoactive cannabis compound
- CBDCannabis compound without high
- cannabinolTHC breakdown product
- endocannabinoidsBody-produced cannabis-mimicking signaling molecules
- terpenesHydrocarbon plant compounds
flavonoids · isomers · metabolites · biosynthesis · molecular · extraction · isolate · distillate
Pain-relieving medication
- anticonvulsantDrug preventing seizures
- antiemeticPrevents nausea and vomiting
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
- neuroprotectiveGuarding neurons from harm
epilepsy · chronic pain · nausea · chemotherapy · multiple sclerosis · glaucoma · palliative · prescription
Intense emotional high
- intoxicationSubstance-induced mental impairment
- highGreat in altitude
- relaxationState of being unwound
- impairmentDiminished function or capacity
altered perception · munchies · paranoia · anxiety · sedation · giggles · time distortion · red eyes
Receptor-binding trigger molecule
- antagonistOne who opposes another
- bindingLegally or morally required
- ligandMolecule that binds centrally
- affinityNatural liking or attraction
modulator · neurotransmitter · downregulation · upregulation · homeostasis · synaptic · neuroplasticity · tolerance
THC
Psychoactive cannabis compound
- CBDCannabis compound without high
- cannabinolTHC breakdown product
- endocannabinoidsBody-produced cannabis-mimicking signaling molecules
terpenes · flavonoids · isomers · metabolites · biosynthesis · molecular · extraction · isolate · distillate · decarboxylation
analgesic
Pain-relieving medication
- anticonvulsantDrug preventing seizures
- antiemeticPrevents nausea and vomiting
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
neuroprotective · epilepsy · chronic pain · nausea · chemotherapy · multiple sclerosis · glaucoma · palliative · prescription · dosing
euphoria
Intense emotional high
- intoxicationSubstance-induced mental impairment
- highGreat in altitude
- relaxationState of being unwound
impairment · altered perception · munchies · paranoia · anxiety · sedation · giggles · time distortion · red eyes · cotton mouth
agonist
Receptor-binding trigger molecule
- antagonistOne who opposes another
- bindingLegally or morally required
- ligandMolecule that binds centrally
affinity · modulator · neurotransmitter · downregulation · upregulation · homeostasis · synaptic · neuroplasticity · tolerance
industrial hemp
Cannabis grown for fiber
- cultivationFostering growth through care
- fiberPlant-based digestive aid
- seedsPlant embryos in casings
hemp oil · biomass · crop · farming · harvesting · feminized · genetics · strains · trichomes · resin
- medicationspills, Tylenol, capsules, tablets, Xanax
- drugsibuprofen, marijuana, aspirin, meth, cocaine
- medical cannabismarijuana, medical marijuana, CBD, THC, dispensary
- Natural Compoundsalkaloids, flavonoids, terpenes, polyphenols, glycosides
- psychoactivesLSD, MDMA, psilocybin, heroin, amphetamines
- cannabis scienceTHC, CBD, endocannabinoids, terpenes, medical marijuana
cannabinoidsstimulants
Agents that heighten arousal
amphetamines · cocaine · caffeine · opioids · hallucinogens
cannabinoidsopioids
Receptor-binding pain relievers
stimulants · amphetamines · benzodiazepines · SSRIs · barbiturates