
It’s no secret that the cannabis industry is booming. As more states legalize marijuana, curious people are eager to learn about cannabis and the industry as a whole. Cannabis can be smoked or eaten for various reasons, including relaxation, focus, pain relief, and even to relieve symptoms brought on by cancer treatment! But what are each of these effects due to? How does this plant work? And why should you care? The answers lie within the chemical compounds found in cannabis plants. These chemicals interact with our brain’s endocannabinoid system, which controls moods and other bodily functions like hunger and sleep cycles by mimicking substances naturally made by our bodies called cannabinoids. Different consumption methods affect the experience; for example, edibles have a longer onset of about 2-3 hours, whereas dab wax pens, a vape designed for cannabis wax that is available at Grasscity, only take 2-10 minutes. Here’s a closer look at how this works. What is Cannabis, and What are Cannabinoids Cannabis is a collective term for three psychoactive plants: Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis. When these plants are picked and dried, one of the world’s most extensively used drugs develops. Some call it weed, others…
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