Fact Checked by Doctor NameThe Greek word for “plant” is phytocannabinoids. CBD and THC are cannabis‘ primary phytocannabinoids.
100 phytocannabinoids cause cannabis effects.
Understanding phytocannabinoids is key to studying cannabis’ medicinal benefits.
What are Phytocannabinoids?
When eaten, phytocannabinoids alter human endocannabinoids. Cannabis’ major phytocannabinoids are THC and CBD.
THC causes cannabis to get “high”. CBD reduces anxiety and paranoia without drunkenness. More phytocannabinoids exist, including CBG, CBC, CBN, and THCV.
Different phytocannabinoid properties work together to produce effects.
Due to phytocannabinoids’ many medical effects, marijuana is therapeutically flexible.
