The D, E, F of CBD Hemp Flower

CBD hemp flower has a vocabulary \’\’and glossary full of terms that every CBD hemp enthusiast must know. This will enable you to fully underst\’\’and the the length \’\’and breath of enjoyment to be derive from it. There are also health benefits for your body,

The “D” of CBD Hemp Flower

Dabs \’\’and dabbing — Dabs are concentrated doses of cannabis hemp that are made by extracting CBD from the hemp plant using a solvent like butane. Dabbing is the flash vaporization \’\’and inhalation of the concentrates off of a preheated surface. CBD dabbing is preferred by those who desire a quick therapeutic result.

Decarboxylation — This process converts CBCA to CBC when exposed to heat so the CBD is activated \’\’and released.

Delta 3 Carene – A terpene which resembles the smell of cypress trees. It is mostly beneficial in healing of broken bones \’\’and reversing osteoporosis, fibromyalgia \’\’and arthritis. It also stimulates memory \’\’and assists in memory retention.

Dispensary — A store that legally sells cannabis hemp products whether for medical or recreational purposes. CBD hemp flower dispensaries are places for consumers to receive accurate information \’\’and to see \’\’and purchase cannabis hemp grown to treat ailments or for best effects. Laws which regulate dispensary may be dictated by federal or state law.

Dosage/dosing — This is the individualized amount of cannabinoids within edible products. There are no dosing regulations for CBD except for the one FDA approved drug with CBD in it, Epidiolex for epileptic seizures.  The correct dosing amount is dependent on the person \’\’and the method of delivery. For example, certain gummies have 25 mg of CBD each. Try one then two \’\’and see how your body feels. The same experiment may be utilized when dosing with smoking or vaping with various CBD hemp flower strains

The “E” of it All

Edible – This refers to the many baked goods, c\’\’andies \’\’and gummies that are infused with CBD. Since they must be digested to take effect, you will not feel the effect immediately. Other common edible products are cookies, brownies, chocolates \’\’and beverages.

E-liquid / Vape Juice — A specialty liquid created for an e-cigarette. This liquid is produced using a combination of Vegetable Glycerin \’\’and Propylene. The E-liquid can be flavored with cannabis hemp flower.

Electronic smoking device — This is the vaporizing device with a rechargeable battery to heat material such as hemp flower in order to produce vapor for inhalation.  The cartridge contains a mixture of water, flavoring, \’\’and an active chemical component \’\’and a heating component powered by a battery. The devices are referred to as vaporizers, vapes, or e-cigarettes.

Endocannabinoids — These are natural chemicals produced by your body to interact with your endocannabinoid system regulate a network of body functions. They help to maintain homeostasis in the body. There are two different ones — an\’\’andamide (AEA) \’\’and 2-arachidonoylglycerol

Endocannabinoid receptors – There are CB1 \’\’and CB2 receptors to which the cannabinoids in the CBD hemp flower bind to as a way of signaling the endocannabinoid system for action.

Endocannabinoid system (ECS) — This is a complex system of receptors within the human body, brain \’\’and nervous systems.  It affects multiple important functions in the muscles used when working out; or the bone system that helps you walk \’\’and move.  The ECS maintains the homeostasis or balance among the various functions of the body by adjusting \’\’and regulating the flow of neurotransmitters.

Extraction – There are a variety of extraction techniques to separate out the CBD oil from the hemp flower. Some of the common practices include alcohol extraction \’\’and butane hash oil extraction.

Eucalyptol – This terpene has a recognizable minty cool savor. It relieves pain \’\’and also slows bacteria \’\’and fungus growth. There is considerable research which shows positive results in reversing Alzheimer’s Disease. It is found in Super Silver Haze hemp strain as well as Headb\’\’and hemp strain.

The “F” of CBD Hemp Flower

Flavonoid – These are compounds found in the hemp plant which adds to the many health benefits. Currently there are 19 flavonoids identifiable in the cannabis plant alone.

Flower – This is the smokable portion of the female cannabis hemp plant \’\’and it is also one of the places CBD oil is extracted

Full Spectrum — This refers to a CBD product that contains all elements of the cannabis plant, including up to 0.3% THC.

If you want more information on all things CBD, read other posts here on our blog.

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