Do You Know How Much THC Is In A Joint? Here’s How You Can Figure It Out

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July 16, 2022

Do You Know How Much THC Is In A Joint? Here’s How You Can Figure It Out

If you don’t mind a little arithmetic, calculating the accurate measure of THC in your joint can be easy to determine. Here’s how.

This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been reposted with permission.

One of the common questions novice and regular tokers have about their joints is: “What’s the estimated milligrams of THC in a joint?” The answer to this isn’t as straightforward as you’d like.

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In 2016, a Drug and Alcohol Dependence study suggested that a 0.3g cannabis blunt contains approximately 20mg of tetrahydrocannabinol. They also pointed out that this amount isn’t definite, as there are different strains of cannabis. In addition, the study noted that the total milligrams of THC in a joint could be determined by the part of the plant being smoked and the strain’s potency.

The amount of THC in a regular joint depends on so many variables. However, if you don’t mind a little arithmetic, calculating the accurate measure of THC in your joint would be a walk in the park once you’re done with this piece. You will also get to understand the various factors that determine how much THC is in your joint, as well as their impact on your health.

Calculating the Total Amount Of THC in a Joint

A standard analytical testing lab measures the theoretical maximum amount of THC that could be in a joint using the mathematical expression: “THC max = THC + THCA / 358.48 * 314.47.”

This expression gives the lab an estimated amount of THC in a blunt. If you often purchase blunts from legal dispensaries, you may notice this estimate written on the product’s package. This mathematical formula can estimate the strength of various cannabis strains.

It all gets a bit complicated here. There could be a notable difference in how much THC you have in your joint and how much THC you can consume in one session.

The fact that a joint contains up to 20mg of THC does not mean you would ingest the entire amount. This situation can be traced to the availability of THCA (THC in its non-psychotropic form) in an unignited joint. THCA in a joint is converted to THC when ignited. This process is chemically known as decarboxylation. It describes the removal of carboxyl from THC acid.

The temperature, as well as the amount of time it takes for decarboxylation to occur in the joint, determines the total milligrams of THC you would consume in one joint. It’s been reported that at least 40% of THC is lost when smoking a joint.

Factors to Consider When Calculating THC

Four factors determine how many milligrams of THC you can consume in a joint: potency, joint size, bioavailability, and physiology.

Potency

The amount of smoke you inhale from a joint determines how much THC would be delivered. The more you inhale and the higher the strength of the weed, the more THC would be ingested. It’s important to stress that it is impossible to ingest all the THC present in the joint due to loss from combustion, inhalation, and uneven decarboxylation.

Joint Size

Joint sizes vary. Some weigh 0.3g, while some could weigh 0.66g and above. The amount of weed rolled up in your joint significantly affects how much THC is ingested. The smaller the joint, the lower the amount of THC delivered into your system. The longer or wider the joint, the more THC would be available for consumption.

Note that it is preferable to avoid longer and wider joints because they take more time to burn. The THC molecules are either burned off before you can consume them, or they’re taken away by air resistance. It’s best to have multiple smaller joints than a single big joint. More cannabis per joint; hence more THC enters your bloodstream.

Bioavailability

Bioavailability is a term that describes the amount of a cannabinoid that makes its way into a body’s circulation after consumption.

Smoking joints is one of the easiest ways of increasing the bioavailability of cannabinoids, unlike eating edibles or other cannabis-infused products. When you smoke, the THC gets to your endocannabinoid system and brain in no time, as it is almost immediately absorbed into the bloodstream. When inhaled into the lungs, the smoke has a unique ability to cross the blood-brain barrier easily. There’s no waiting period for the cannabinoids to breakdown. They are absorbed quickly.

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However, all these don’t mean no THC is lost after inhalation. Most studies show that THC bioavailability is capped at 30%. However, this may vary based on the toker.

The more bioavailable THC is in your bloodstream, the higher your buzz will be. For instance, since a 0.3g joint contains 20mg THC, 20% of this gives you a low buzz, 30 to 40% delivers a medium buzz, and 50% is highly potent.

The Smoker’s Physiology

Everyone has different body chemistry. There is no standard way for the human body to break down or tolerate THC. How your body takes in THC is determined by how much smoke you’ve inhaled, your lungs’ capacity, and how much THC is exhaled with the smoke.

A novice reacts differently to THC than a regular or consistent user. The more you consume joints, the higher your tolerance gets; hence, the more THC your body can handle. Also, users react differently to THC, regardless of the strain’s potency.

How Much THC Can I Take In

Here’s an easy experiment you could try to figure out how much THC you consume in a blunt.

Step 1: Check the label to find out how many milligrams of THC is in the joint you’re about to smoke.

Starting from the first puff, count the total drag you take till you’re either satisfied or done with the joint.

Step 3: Using the Max THC expression, figure out the total milligrams of THC in the joint.

Step 4: Divide the Max THC by the total number of puffs taken. This would give your an estimate of your THC consumed.

Note that there’ll always be an error factor in this experiment.

Final Note

If you don’t have the patience to do these arithmetics, a more leisurely, though expensive way to determine how much THC you’ve consumed accurately is through blood tests. It’s the only way to know for sure.

This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been reposted with permission.

Study Finds Strong THC Balanced With CBD Is Better For Your Brain

Javier Hasse

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July 16, 2022

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Study Finds Strong THC Balanced With CBD Is Better For Your Brain

In short, consuming marijuana strains with both THC and CBD should decrease striatum connectivity, but to a lesser extent than THC-only marijuana strain.

By Nina Zdinjak

CBD and THC are the two major compounds found in the cannabis plant that seem to have opposing effects on our brains.

According to a new study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, CBD can minimize some of the negative effects THC has on the brain.

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“Cannabis is a very popular recreational drug, and is also starting to be used medically for some purposes, but we still don’t know a great deal about how different cannabinoids affect the brain,” study author Matt Wall, a senior imaging scientist at Invicro, told PsyPost.

Study Highlights

The researchers used data from another study that examined the brain activity of 17 healthy participants taking various marijuana strains (some high in both THC and CBD, others high in THC but without CBD, and placebo), using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).

In this new research, Wall and his colleagues measured brain activity in 23 healthy participants after they consumed oral CBD and a placebo. They also used fMRI to examine brain activity.

Results

The researchers revealed that THC and CBD have opposing effects. The first study confirmed the significant disruptive effect of both THC and THC + CBD on connectivity in the associative and sensorimotor networks, and also a certain effect of THC in the limbic striatum network that was not noticed with the combination of THC and CBD.

The second study showed CBD boosts connectivity in the associative network while causing relatively minimal disruptions in the limbic and sensorimotor networks.

In short, consuming marijuana strains with both THC and CBD should decrease striatum connectivity, but to a lesser extent than THC-only marijuana strain.

The findings suggest that “different types of cannabis have different effects on the brain,” Wall told the outlet. “High-strength, relatively pure-THC cannabis can severely affect some brain networks, but when THC is combined with cannabidiol (CBD) in a more ‘balanced’ way, these effects may be reduced somewhat, making a balanced strain of cannabis potentially safer to use. CBD by itself seems to have quite minimal effects on the brain networks we looked at, which means it’s probably safe for use as a potential therapy.”

Study Limitations

The two studies were both small, and need replication in larger groups, which Wall and his colleagues are currently exploring. “Also, we used data from two different cohorts of subjects here, so direct comparison between those two groups is not really possible,” he added.

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Despite these limitations, the study can serve as a guideline on what future studies should be conducted, revealing the importance of truly understanding how different cannabis compounds affect our health. Scientific insights on these effects may help the public better understand cannabis-related disorders, as well as the development of cannabinoid therapeutics.

“Cannabis is transitioning to legal or semi-legal status in a lot of places around the world, and that means more people will potentially be exposed to cannabinoids,” Wall said. “Understanding the effects of different cannabinoids is a vital effort to ensure that people have the best information about the cannabis they use and can make well-informed choices.

NY To Begin Accepting Cannabis Applications From People Harmed By War On Drugs

Maria Loreto

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July 15, 2022

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NY To Begin Accepting Cannabis Applications From People Harmed By War On Drugs

New York state moves closer to opening up legal recreational marijuana retail stores.

The New York cannabis industry plans to prioritize those who’ve been disproportionately impacted by the War on Drugs.

On Thursday, the city’s cannabis regulators approved rules that make it possible to start accepting retail applications from injured parties.

BREAKING: Cannabis Control Board just approved the regulations & application for Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary licenses, advancing the Seeding Opportunity Initiative.

NY’s 1st cannabis dispensaries will be owned by those harmed by the overcriminalization of cannabis.

— NYS Office of Cannabis Management (@nys_cannabis) July 14, 2022

The regulations explain that, in order to qualify, applicants must have experience operating a qualifying business and must have faced a conviction for a drug-related offense before the state legalized marijuana. Applicants can also qualify for a conditional adult-use marijuana retail license if they have a close family member that was convicted with a drug-related offense.

While good intentioned, these regulations have been criticized in the past due to how limiting they might end up being. A person that’s been impacted by the war on drugs may have had encounters with the law in the past, something that makes it difficult for them to also have experience managing and running a business.

New York legalized marijuana on March 31 2021, and has been working on how to implement it fairly and profitably over the past year. While it’s legal to consume marijuana and possess up to three ounces of cannabis, the sale remains illegal, a topic that has created some confusion in the state, especially since new businesses continue to appear in the form of trucks, pop ups and brick and mortar, taking advantage of the marijuana boom.

Responsible authorities have tried to control these businesses by sending out cease and desist letters while still trying to keep the police uninvolved.

“Sale of untested products put lives at risk,” said Tremain Wright, chair of New York’s Cannabis Control Board. “I implore these illegal store operators, and any other stores pretending to be legal operations, to stop selling cannabis products immediately.”

Study: Does Regular Cannabis Use Affect Performance In Female Athletes?

Benzinga Staff Writer

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July 15, 2022

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Study: Does Regular Cannabis Use Affect Performance In Female Athletes?

“It is important for both coaches and athletes to consider whether athlete performance is highly dependent on short-term power output,” researchers said.

By Joana Scopel

A new study, published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, found that women who are regular cannabis users do not produce as much anaerobic power as those who don’t partake, even when active and fit.

Researchers from the University of Northern Colorado set out to determined if chronic cannabis use in physically active, female athletes creates changes in their health performance. They compared 12 healthy female cannabis users with 12 nonusers. Both groups were 19 to 34 years old and regularly engaged in resistance and aerobic training.

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Related to the pulmonary function, strength and power assessment, and c-reactive protein concentrations between cannabis users and non-users, researchers did not observe significant differences.

“There were no differences between groups with respect to body size, body composition, pulmonary function, cardiorespiratory function, or muscular strength,” said the authors of the cross-sectional study.

The findings showed that marijuana users “produced significantly less power” during the first two states of the Wingate test assessment, which determine peak anaerobic power and anaerobic capacity.

Cannabis users showed 18% less power during the first five seconds of pedaling and 20% less power during the second five-second period, compared to non-cannabis users.

“It is important for both coaches and athletes to consider whether athlete performance is highly dependent on short-term power output,” the researchers said.

However, despite the lower potency, regular marijuana users also “experienced significantly less anaerobic fatigue,” concluded the study.

Athletete Cannabis Users

There is proven evidence that athletes are using cannabis products. A study reported that “of 46,202 surveyed athletes, 1 in 4 reported the use of cannabis.”

Other research explored that “most (77%) of the subjects reported that cannabis positively affected their performance through improved focus, energy, relaxation, and recovery after a workout.” In addition, many professional athletes have been outspoken regarding their use of marijuana.

Megan Rapinoe, an Olympic gold medalist, two-time Women’s World Cup soccer champion, and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year told Benzinga that she ventured into cannabis in a search of a “healthier, more natural option for pain management, sleep aid, relaxation while flying, and general recovery.”

This article originally appeared on Benzinga and has been reposted with permission.

The Only Way Eating Healthy And Working Out Will Help You Live Longer

Maria Loreto

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July 15, 2022

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The Only Way Eating Healthy And Working Out Will Help You Live Longer

No, you can’t make up for your bad eating habits just by working out. Here’s what a new study says will actually work.

New research highlights a sad reality — no matter how much you work out or how healthy you eat, a longer life will only occur if you do both of these things together.

The large study was published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine and counters the popular belief that working out eliminates some of the risks of eating an unhealthy diet or that eating healthy things counteracts staying in bed all day.

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Researchers had a lot of data at their disposal, allowing them to publish a study that was thorough and that shed some light on a lot of issues. The data belonged to UK Biobank and came from over 350,000 people with a median age of 57, who filled out questionnaires about their diets and habits. At the start of the study, participants were healthy.

The study made some expected discoveries, like learning that participants who eat healthily and work out often had a lower mortality risk. Still, results highlighted that a healthy diet and frequent exercise were important independently.

“Physical activity is important. And whatever your physical activity is, diet is important,” said Dr. Melody Ding, lead author of the study.

While it seems obvious to highlight the importance of maintaining a healthy diet and an active lifestyle when so many sources do so, our world often links these two elements, giving people some confusion. Workout culture often promotes unhealthy meals as rewards for a good workout session or eating healthy as a way to lose weight without having to exercise.

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What you eat and how often you move are issues that have been linked in our culture over the past decades. They shouldn’t be. It’s important for people to be purposeful on both of these matters, indulging every once in a while in rest and on food cravings, yet maintaining a balance of healthy eating and physical activity.

SAFE Banking, Veterans Medical Marijuana Access Approved In House As Part Of National Defense Act

Benzinga Staff Writer

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July 15, 2022

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SAFE Banking, Veterans Medical Marijuana Access Approved In House As Part Of National Defense Act

Rep. Ed Perlmutter had been pushing cannabis banking reform included in a large-scale manufacturing bill also to no avail, which apparently convinced him to try a different path.

By Maureen Meehan

Following Wednesday’s House approval of two psychedelics research amendments, another package of bills, including banking and veterans’ access were approved, bringing the total to nine drug policy measures passed in the chamber as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) this week.

One amendment from Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) that advocates and stakeholders had been monitoring closely contains the language of the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, reported Marijuana Moment, which would protect financial institutions that provide services to state-legal marijuana businesses from being penalized by federal regulators.

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Perlmutter discussed the measure in the Rules Committee earlier in the week, noted Marijuana Moment, arguing that it was relevant to the must-pass defense bill as it would help combat international drug trafficking, a national security risk. Although the House adopted the amendment as part of last year’s NDAA, the Senate nixed it.

Perlmutter had been pushing cannabis banking reform included in a large-scale manufacturing bill also to no avail, which apparently convinced him to try a different path.

Another Bipartisan Amendment Approved

Reps. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Brian Mast’s (R-FL) amendment codifying the ability of Veterans Administration doctors to discuss and issue recommendations for medical cannabis to veterans also passed the House.

In a missive shared with Marijuana Moment, Blumenauer and Mast discussed the important therapeutic potential of cannabis for veterans suffering from PTSD and argued that current VA policy prohibiting doctors from issuing recommendations was forcing veterans to seek care outside of the VA.

“VA physicians should not be denied the ability to offer a recommendation that they think may meet the needs of their patients,” they wrote. “Veterans should not be forced outside the VA system to seek treatment that is legal in their state.”

Perlmutter tweeted the following about the SAFE Banking amendment:

The #SAFEBanking amendment was adopted to the #FY23NDAA! Final passage of the NDAA will take place later today.
#SAFEBankingAct #copolitics

— Rep. Ed Perlmutter (@RepPerlmutter) July 14, 2022

This article originally appeared on Benzinga and has been reposted with permission.

NYPD To Continue Testing Officers For Cannabis, Despite Conflicting Orders From Law Department

Benzinga Staff Writer

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July 14, 2022

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NYPD To Continue Testing Officers For Cannabis, Despite Conflicting Orders From Law Department

The department will continue to test for cannabis “if there is reasonable suspicion that the member is impaired by marijuana on the job.”

By Nina Zdinjak

Several hours after news that the New York Police Department (NYPD) will not randomly test police officers or job applicants for cannabis hit the headlines, the information was taken back.

What Happened

It was first reported on Wednesday that the NYPD would stop drug testing officers for marijuana, upon receiving the order from the New York City Law Department (NYCLF). But several hours later, the police released a new statement saying it will continue its previous drug testing policy pending further discussion with city officials, reported Times Union.

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An internal memo from the department’s deputy commissioner for legal affairs obtained by the outlet noted that the department plans to align its policy with state Labor Law that forbids unfavorable actions against employees based on recreational cannabis use. The document, however, noted that the department will continue to test for cannabis “if there is reasonable suspicion that the member is impaired by marijuana on the job.”

“The rationale behind this determination is that there is no test for marijuana that conclusively determines current intoxication, making it impossible to determine by drug test alone whether an employee has tested positive for marijuana because of improper use on the job or use during statutorily protected off-hours use,” the memo states.

Wait, We Take It Back!

Several hours after the policy changes were announced, NYPD police chief Keechant Sewell released a memo to all commanders stating, “existing department policies that prohibit the use of marijuana remain in effect. Members of the service are not permitted to use cannabis on or off duty and will continue to be subject to random, scheduled, and for-cause drug screening.”

Meanwhile, the N.Y. Fire Department said it will stop randomly testing its employees and job applicants for cannabis use, maintaining its right to test when suspecting marijuana-caused impairment.

It is still unclear why the first memo was released, and what will happen with the policy when the discussions between the department and city officials conclude.

This article originally appeared on Benzinga and has been reposted with permission.

Will Biden Make A Move On Cannabis?

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Tom Gaffey

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July 14, 2022

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One crucial and imperative way the Biden administration can gain respect on the issue is to simply respond quickly and appropriately to several calls to action by Democrats.

It is no secret that there are a lot of major political issues at play in the US this year. Just look at a midterm election debate and you will notice that the current list of major political issues has doubled since the start of this year.

Marijuana legalization is one of these issues. In fact, the silent stance taken by the Biden administration on marijuana policy has caused many frustrations to grow, and now this building frustration is boiling over. People want accountability.

As we recently reported, a group of powerful democratic senators, including Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, sent President Biden a letter urging him to use his power to decriminalize marijuana and clear the names of those convicted of non-violent marijuana crimes. This letter essentially calls out the Biden administration’s lack of action on promised marijuana policy, which begs the question: What must Biden do to reassure the public when it comes to marijuana policy?

The letter, for the most part, spends several pages answering this question. The two things Biden can do, according to these senators, is decriminalize marijuana (like he promised) and also quit it with the silent treatment. After all, the senators voiced frustrations not only in the lack of policy, but also the silence or slow speed of responses from the administration.

Near the start of the letter, the senators mention their long wait for a response from the DOJ about rescheduling marijuana. “The half-page response, which took over six months, was extraordinarily disappointing,” the letter said. Later on in the letter, the group of senators also mentions a previous letter they sent on November 9, 2021, where they “called on President Biden to use his authority ‘to pardon all individuals convicted of nonviolent cannabis offenses, whether formerly or currently incarcerated.’ To date, we have not received a response to this letter.” Therefore, one crucial and imperative way the Biden administration can gain respect on the issue is to simply respond quickly and appropriately to these calls to action.

In addition to breaking the silence and no longer giving the runaround, the letter makes it clear that it is time Biden owns up to the campaign promises he made about marijuana. As a memory refresher, Biden did not campaign on marijuana legalization, but he did officially campaign to decriminalize the substance. For example, he was even recorded on the presidential campaign trail saying that “nobody should be in jail for smoking marijuana.”

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This was not the only time he discussed marijuana leading up to the 2020 election. He even campaigned with official promises to decriminalize marijuana. In one official campaign ad, for example, he said, “As president, I’ll work to reform the criminal justice system, improve community policing, decriminalize marijuana, and automatically expunge all prior marijuana convictions.” While this stance is fairly conservative compared to many of his democratic colleagues, these promises have not been met. According to the Washington Post, “his administration has stayed mum on its marijuana policy and efforts to pardon nonviolent offenders.” This “mum” policy is no longer being tolerated by some of his top democratic colleagues.

Throughout the letter, it is made clear that it is time for the Biden administration to take some form of action when it comes to marijuana policy. At a time when his approval ratings are at very low levels, marijuana reform could be a much needed win. After all, as the letter mentions, “There is widespread public support for cannabis legalization, with around two thirds of the public supporting the legalization of cannabis.”

Only time will tell how the current administration will handle the letter and similar calls to action, but one thing has been spelled out — action, in some form, is essential.

The Difference Between CBD From Hemp Or Cannabis

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Terry Hacienda

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July 14, 2022

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The Difference Between CBD From Hemp Or Cannabis

Hemp and cannabis are cousins from the same plant family: cannabis sativa. Each of them are grown for various purposes though they have different features and characteristics.

Cannabidiol (CBD) products are everywhere these days. From gel capsules to oils, tinctures, creams, and even CBD products for your pet, there’s a CBD product for almost any ailment you can think of. Anxiety, insomnia, skin care, and so much more. It isn’t surprising considering that the CBD market is responsible for $12.8 billion in sales last year, though it’s expected to grow more from this year to 2028.

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But when shopping around for CBD products, it is in the best interest of consumers to educate ourselves about the various types of CBD out there. The two sources of CBD are the hemp plant and the cannabis plant.

Hemp and cannabis are cousins from the same plant family: cannabis sativa. Each of them are grown for various purposes though they have different features and characteristics.

Hemp

Hemp is an industrial crop that has extremely low levels of THC, usually under 0.3%. However, it’s a rich source of nutrients and CBD. Hemp is widely cultivated for commercial and industrial purposes; the entire hemp plant including leaves, stalks, buds, and seeds can be made into several different useful products.

Because hemp is a rich source of natural CBD, most of the CBD products made around the world are made from hemp. It also makes it easier to produce large quantities of hemp-derived CBD because the hemp plant has been removed from the Controlled Substances Act back in 2018 thanks to the legalization of the Farm Bill. The act allows hemp to be cultivated legally then produced into CBD products for the public to consume.

Cannabis

Cannabis and marijuana are one and the same. This species of the cannabis sativa plant contains high levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which is psychoactive and gets you high. It also contains around 500 various compounds including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids that contribute to cannabis strains’ aromas, effects, and health benefits.

Cannabis can contain anywhere from 5 up to 30% THC though it has very low CBD levels. But thanks to recent engineering and breeding, cannabis strains can be made to produce much higher levels of CBD these days. There are also craft cannabis strains that have a high CBD content, and they can produce quality CBD products such as oils, tinctures, and edibles. In addition, for consumers who prefer to consume through smoking, you can consume CBD by smoking the cannabis plant in flower form because you can’t smoke hemp.

While dozens of states have legalized cannabis for medical and/or recreational use, cannabis is still illegal in the eyes of the federal government.

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Is There a Difference in The CBD?

When you compare the molecular structure of CBD made from hemp to that of cannabis, they are exactly the same.

However, there are a few differences that consumers should take note of:

Legality: Hemp-made products, CBD included, is legal all throughout the United States. One can transport hemp-derived CBD across state borders while companies can cultivate and manufacture CBD products without having to worry about any legal implications.

But with CBD oil made from marijuana, it’s up to each state to define whether or not it’s illegal. In the eyes of the federal government, though, CBD oil made from marijuana is still a marijuana product and if you are caught traveling with it or crossing state lines, there may be some serious legal implications.

THC content and effect: Since CBD oil and products made from the hemp plant has extremely low traces of THC, consumers can expect feeling little to no high at all. In fact, you would have to consume a ridiculously high amount of CBD oil with trace amounts of THC to get high. It would just make no sense at all because if psychoactive effects are the priority, then you should be consuming THC products and not CBD.

Nutrient profile: Hemp doesn’t boast of a cannabinoid profile as rich as cannabis. Since cannabinoids also have a myriad of numerous health benefits, you will only be able to enjoy it if you consume cannabis-derived CBD. But CBD from hemp is rich in vitamins and fatty acids, which make it suitable for treating disorders related to the skin and inflammation, as well as for overall health and well-being.

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Many medicinal patients who use CBD to treat conditions benefit from consuming cannabis-derived CBD. Its therapeutic benefits are simply more powerful thanks to the entourage effect working on all the cannabinoids and terpenes present.

Where to find them: CBD oils and other CBD products made from marijuana can only legally be purchased in licensed dispensaries in states that have legalized cannabis. On the other hand, you can easily buy hemp-derived CBD almost anywhere.

Having said that, patients should research and discuss with their doctors about the type of CBD oil that’s best for you. Even if you want to start supplementing with CBD for general health, here are certain things you should look out for:

Certificate of Analysis (COA): The COA provides you with insight on the other ingredients or compounds used in the plant. Legitimate COA’s should tell you about the cannabinoid analysis, heavy metals, if any; and pesticide analysis. Stay away from products that only tell you the cannabinoids present because they may not be that transparent with you.

Some COA’s also include detailed information on terpenes, residual solvents, and mycotoxins.

Organic and non-GMO CBD: Ideally, you want to be consuming organic and non-GMO cannabis and CBD products. This will give you peace of mind that you’re taking in clean ingredients that are free from pesticides and other chemicals that can be detrimental to your health. Many hemp and cannabis plants are genetically modified but several CBD brands out there claim to be non-GMO, yet they don’t have the proper verification. Always research the brand to find out more information on their hemp plants.
Ingredients: Depending on the type of CBD oil or product you are consuming, some manufacturers may have added other ingredients to make it more palatable. CBD oils are usually mixed with a carrier oil such as MCT oil, coconut oil, olive oil, sunflower oil, or almond oil. With all these options, you can easily choose which one is best for your needs.

It’s up to consumers to know about the various CBD product offerings on the market. Not all products are created equally, so you want to be sure you’re consuming only high-quality CBD for your health and safety.

These Marijuana & Psychedelics Amendments Could Be Included In Next Defense Bill

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Benzinga Staff Writer

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July 14, 2022

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These Marijuana & Psychedelics Amendments Could Be Included In Next Defense Bill

By Lara Goldstein

In a recent House Rules Committee assembly, Reps. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) and Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) supported alternative treatment research for military members in the 2023 defense bill.

Almost 1,200 filed amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including a dozen related to marijuana and psychedelics, have been presented to the committee.

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Several of the major drug policy reforms have been cleared for votes on the House floor and are now set to be considered by the full chamber.

The measure introduced by Gaetz is based on an existing provision from Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) for research on marijuana as an alternative to opioids for military members with certain health conditions. This bill was already attached to the must-pass bill in the House Armed Services Committee, reported Marijuana Moment. Gaetz’s proposal is to expand the research to include psilocybin and MDMA.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) recently filed a nearly identical yet separate amendment to the NDAA as well, requiring the DOD to do research into psilocybin, MDMA and marijuana as alternatives to opioids for service members with PTSD, traumatic brain injuries or severe pain.

As Marijuana Moment reported, the Democratic-led measure was made in order to proceed, while its GOP counterpart was not.

On the other hand, the amendment Crenshaw presented would provide the secretary of defense the possibility of approving grants for research into the therapeutic power of a list of psychedelics (including MDMA, psilocybin, ibogaine & 5–MeO–DMT) for active duty service members suffering PTSD.

Crenshaw’s measure was first introduced in 2021 when the House Rules Committee didn’t order it for NDAA floor consideration. The text, which has not been modified seeks not to decriminalize psychedelics or give service members free hand to experiment with them, but to begin studying a new, potentially life-improving therapeutic option.

Besides the psychedelics amendments, other proposals have been approved and are set for full chamber consideration as well: VA home loan benefits for veterans using medical cannabis, allowing VA doctors to fill out recommendations for medical marijuana, protecting banks that work with state-legal cannabis businesses, amongst others.

The fiscal year 2023 bill seems to hold interest in including cannabis & psychedelics policy in defense as have policy amendments proposed by Perlmutter (D-CO), Mace (R-SC), Clark (D-MA), Tlaib (D-MI), and Blumenauer (D-OR).

This article originally appeared on Benzinga and has been reposted with permission.

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