As our State and Federal legal systems scramble to keep up with public opinion and need for a choice in our HealTHCare, information has become more abundant and overwhelming. Below is a list of  basic Hemp, CBD and  Marijuana terms.

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WHAT ARE?

Cannabinoids

Cannabinoids are a group of active chemical compounds found in marijuana that interact with specific cannabinoid receptors present in the central nervous system leading to altered moods, pain relief and other medical benefits. The cannabis plant has at least 111 cannabinoids with THC or tetrahydrocannabinol being described as the most common cannabinoid known for its psychoactive properties.

Examples: CBD-A, CBD, CBN, CBG. CBC

CBD-A

Short for cannabidiolic-acid; an acidic cannabinoid, the naturally occurring raw form of CBD that is produced directly in the plant.

CBD

Short for cannabidiol; a phytocannabinoid found in the cannabis; does not result in euphoria and has shown to have strong health benefits on human and animal health

CBN

Short for cannabinol; a phytocannabinoid found in cannabis; it is produced when THC is metabolized and has little to no intoxicating effects.

CBG

Short for cannabigerol; known as the “parent cannabinoid” and is the chemical precursor to THC and CBD

CBC

Short for cannabichromene; a phytocannabinoid found in cannabis that has little to no intoxicating effects

Endocannabinoid

Naturally occurring cannabinoids in the human body.

 
Phytocannabinoid

Plant-based cannabinoids found in species of cannabis.

THC

Short for tetrahydrocannabinol; a phytocannabinoid found in cannabis shown to have some benefits on human and animal health, however, is responsible for intoxicating effects associated with marijuana use

 
Terpenes

The fragrant oils that give cannabis its aromatic diversity. ... These oils are secreted in the flower's sticky resin glands, the same ones that produce THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids. Terpenes are by no means unique to cannabis; they can be found in many other herbs, fruits, and plants as well.

 
Trichome

Trichomes are translucent resin glands protruding from buds and leaves of the cannabis plant. They contain a high concentration of cannabinoids and terpenes responsible for the many medical benefits of the cannabis plant. When looked under a microscope, they appear like mushroom protrusions lying on the surface of the buds, leaves and stalk with each part giving certain value to the plant. It is believed that the trichomes serve as a plant’s defense mechanism, protecting it from threats and natural predators in the environment.

 
Endocannabinoid System

Found in all Mammals.   Refers to endocannabinoids, the enzymes that regulate their production and degradation, and their receptors (CB1 and CB2).  These receptors are everywhere in our bodies and purpose of this system is to facilitate Homeostasis for whole body.  Total Balance.

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CB1 & CB2

Cannabinoid receptors found primarily in the central and peripheral nervous systems (nerves inside and outside of the brain and spinal cord).
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WHAT IS?

Homeostasis

Balance.  Self-regulating process of ANY system in the body; your body automatically finding balance.  Systems out of balance manifest as chronic pain, skin disorders, weight management, anxiety  and more.  Homeostasis means (restored) Balance – which in turn means healing

Cannabis

It is a generic term used to refer to a plant genus producing different species of flowering herbs that include Cannabis Sativa, Cannabis Indica, and Cannabis Ruderalis. Sativa and Indica are the most preferred species due to their recreational and medicinal benefits. Cannabis Ruderalis is not as popular as the other species due to its lower THC levels and small stature.

Marijuana  

Marijuana is the general term for female cannabis plants or their dried flowers. Females are distinct from male plants in that they are the ones that produce flowers which contain the high percentage of cannabinoids that hold both their medicinal and psychoactive properties.

 

Hemp     

This refers to a Sativa L. plant that is typically cultivated for its many uses such as oils and Topical ointments, as well as fiber for clothing, paper, rope, building materials, animal bedding and more.  Applications do not involve intoxication.     

As hemp is naturally a high-growing plant, it is usually grown outdoors to maximize its size and yield. The focus is not on producing Buds and Flowers,  but on building the length of stalk for fiber production. It has very low levels of THC but much higher CBD concentrations.  Hemp is legal for use and processing across all 50 states and more than 65 countries globally.    Hemp farming is on the path to be legal federally in the USA by end of 2018.

 

Cannabis Sativa L.

A species of plant in the Cannabis Sativa genus; refers to both Hemp and Marijuana, which are both sub species however different plants entirely

Hemp Seed Oil

An oil extracted from cannabis seeds by cold pressing. It contains only trace amounts of cannabinoids and terpenes, and is high in unsaturated fatty acids used in manufacturing soap and a wide variety of topical and food products

​Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Eucalyptus oil can treat many respiratory problems, including cold, cough, nasal congestion, asthma, and much more. It has antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties as well as being a strong decongestant.

Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint is known to  promotes hair growth as well as balances the PH levels on the head for healthy and shiny hair.  When used for whole body skin care, Peppermint,  tends to decrease the production of oil, resulting in less oily and clearer skin for the user. 

Tea Tree Essential Oil

Tea Tree Essential Oil is best known as a very powerful immune stimulant. It can help to fight all three categories of infectious organisms (bacteria, fungi, and viruses), and there is evidence that Tea Tree Oil massages prior to an operation may help to fortify the body and reduce post-operative shock. 
 
Grape Seed Oil

Grape seed oil, derived from the seeds of wine grapes,  is a good source of vitamin E, even more so than olive oil. Vitamin E is a vitamin that works as a fat-soluble antioxidant, which helps protect your cells from damaging free radicals that have been associated with cancer, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses. 
 
Tumeric Essential Oil

Turmeric essential oil has a huge range of health benefits and uses, including its ability to reduce inflammation, detoxify the body, prevent cancer, optimize digestion, prevent hair loss, stimulate circulation, improved health of the skin, strengthen immune system, protect the heart, restore taste, and boost cognition.

 Pumpkin Essential Oil

Organic pumpkin seed oil is rich in vitamin E, zinc, omega 3- and 6- fatty acids as well as antioxidants, therefore it has tremendous benefits for the skin in terms of retaining moisture and fighting free radicals. The high amounts of zinc and vitamin E also improve skin tone, help wounds heal more rapidly and help with skin renewal. 

HOW DO THEY?

 Decarboxylation

Removing a carboxyl group from a chemical compound; the process used to convert the CBD-A to CBD with the same process to convert THC-A to THC.  Typically done with a low temperature process.

 

CO2 Extraction

Method used to extract from the cannabis plant to make concentrated forms of various cannabinoids and components; CO2 gas is pressurized into a safe liquid and used to extract oils from plants with the advantage of no solvent residue.

 

Whole Plant  or Full Spectrum Extract

Product derived from the entire cannabis plant including all cannabinoids as well as low levels of THC. 

 

Isolated  Extract (Isolate)

Product derived from individual cannabinoids isolated from the whole plant (ie. purified CBD)

 

WHICH IS RIGHT FOR ME?

CBD Infused Products

This refers to a product that is combined with concentrated CBD during preparation. It includes botanicals, creams & butters, soaps, shower products, lotions, tinctures, salve, topicals & more. Dope-Soap infuses every product with additional CBD for maximum effectiveness and optimum holistic health. 

 

Tincture

Tinctures are extractions of the whole cannabis plants (generally the flowers and leaves) that serve as a great alternative to smoking or vaporizing as it can be ingested orally. Some are made with just isolated cannabinoids ( CBD). Tinctures are commonly used for medical purposes or as a daily supplement often dosed using a dropper but is equally effective used as a Topical.

 

Topical

A topical is a CBD-infused oil, cream, salve, lotion or balm applied on the skin to provide therapeutic benefits for pain and inflammation as well as a multitude of skin ailments.  Most topicals only penetrates to the system of CB2 receptors. Topical is used to treat a variety of skin conditions, itching, muscle soreness, tension, arthritis, pain and inflammation.  Our bar and gel soaps and shampoos classify as a Topical due to the extra Infused CBD


 

WHO IS?

Rick Simpson  / Rick Simpson Oil /  RSO

Rick Simpson is a Cannabis Activist from Canada who has developed his own version of a ‘Cancer Killer’ referred to as Rick Simpson Oil or RSO.   This YouTube offers a nice look back at this incredible story.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=zD2U4eDBu8A

Cathy Jordan / 36 Yr Survivor of ALS

Cathy Jordan of Florida is the longest surviving victim of ALS – Lou Gerhig’s Disease.  Diagnosed in 1986, with a 5 year life expectancy, Cathy began to use cannabis in 1989.  This woman has an amazing  story and is still advocating for Cannabis rights in Florida today.

http://www.medicalcannabis.com/about/faculty/catherine-jordan/  

 
www.youtube.com/user/SurvivingALS