CBD Glossary
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2-Arachidonoyl-glycerol (2-AG)
2-Arachidonoyl-glycerol (2-AG) is one the two main endocannabinoids, that along with anandamide, has an effect on the CB receptors by regulating and stimulating responses. 2-AG is is the primary ligand (binding molecule) for the CB2 receptor. It is found most commonly in the peripheral tissues of the body and the brain. It influences mostly the immune system and inflammations, as well as pain, memory and appetite.
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Anandamide
Anandamide is the other main endocannabinoids binding with CB receptors within the Endocannabinoid System. It binds with CB1 receptor and is responsible for mood increases. It has the ability to stimulate increase of dopamin in the brain. It influences pain, memory, appetite, motor skills, motivation and reproduction.
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Bioavailability
Rate and degree at which a drug is absorbed into the bloodstream via the body's circulatory system. The bioavailability often refers to the effectiveness of a specific ingestion method. Specifically, in which proportion a drug has an active effect. -
Broad Spectrum
Refers to one of the three cannabinoid profiles of a CBD product. Broad spectrum could be regarded as similar to a mix between Full Spectrum CBD and Isolate CBD. Like Full Spectrum, other compounds from the plant are preserved to create the entourage effect. Like Isolate, the THC compound is completely removed.
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Cannabis
Generic term that refers to a family of plants from the cannabis genus. There are 3 varieties: Sativa, Indica and Ruderalis. Capable of providing both hemp and marijuana. -
Cannabis Sativa L.
Scientific name of one of the cannabis plant species. Used as source for industrial hemp cultivation. -
Cannabinoid
Generic class of compounds that interact with cannabinoid receptors in the body. They can be classified as phytocannabinoids, endocannabinoids, or synthetic cannabinoids. The most known cannabinoid is the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive compound in the cannabis plant. -
CBD (Cannabidiol)
Cannabidiol (CBD) is a phytocannabinoid compound (cannabinoid) derived from the cannabis plant. It is used as the base for various type of CBD products aimed to provide therapeutic and health benefits. CBD doesn't have the same psychoactivity as THC as it contains less than 0.3% THC or none at all. -
CB1 (Cannabinoid receptor 1)
Cannabinoid Receptor 1 is part of the Endocannabinoid System. They are the most common receptor in the body with a very high concentration in various areas of the brain and are responsible for the moderation of multiple nervous functions. The brain receptors are the main trigger of psychoactive reaction when THC binds to to Cannabis. When find in other parts of the body, CB1 plays a role with hormones, digestion, heart health and pregnancy. -
CB2 (Cannabinoid receptor 2)
Cannabinoid receptor 2 is part of the Endocannabinoid System. CB2 focus is on the immune system and offers great promises for therapeutic applications. CB2 is associated with cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, kidney, liver and autoimmune functions. -
CBD Concentrate or Distillate
CBD concentrate is a high potency extract of the hemp plant containing large levels of the cannabinoid CBD. Available in forms such as oils, wax, glass, shatter, and oral tinctures. -
CBD-Infused
Refers to products that have added CBD to its core or base. Topical creams, ointments, drinks and food are typical products that can have added CBD. -
CBD Isolate
Purest form of CBD. It has no other oils, waxes, terpenes, flavonoids, vitamins, minerals, THC, chlorophyll, or other compounds than pure CBD. It comes in many forms, but dabs is the most common form of isolate. -
CBD Oil
Extract obtained from the flowering portions of the hemp plant, then diluted with another oil (coconut, hemp seed, sesame, etc). It usually contains no or very little THC and has no psychoactive properties. -
CBD-Rich Oil/Phytocannabinoid-Rich (PCR)
Same as full spectrum oil. -
Cannabichromene (CBC)
One of the "top six" cannabinoids. Non-intoxicating due to its poor binding with CB1 receptors in the brain. -
Cannabidiolic-acid (CBD-A)
Cannabidiolic acid (CBDA) is the non-psychoactive acidic cannabinoid found directly in the live raw form of cannabis. -
Cannabinol (CBN)
Cannabinol (CBN) occurs from the oxidation and decomposition of THC. Because it is a derivative of THC, CBN is mildly psychoactive (10% as strong as THC). It can be used as a strong sedative to help with pain, acts as an anti-bacterial agent and has anti-covulsive properties. -
Cannabigerol (CBG)
Cannabigerol (CBG) is a lesser-known of the 120 identified cannabinoids. CBG is considered a minor cannabinoid because representing only about 1% of the plant's compounds. While research on humans has been limited, CBG has shown potential for being an antibactorial agent and an anti-inflammatory. Because of its limited amount found in the hemp plant, the CBG extract is very expensive. -
Cannabinoid Receptors (CB Receptors)
Cannabinoid receptors are located throughout the body and are part of the endocannabinoid system. They are playing a role in regulating a multitude of physiological processes and functions including sleep, mood, appetite, memory, reproduction and fertility. They exist in the body without the use of any cannabis based products. -
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
A Certificate of Analysis, or COA, is a document from an accredited laboratory that shows the quantity of various cannabinoids in a product.
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Endocannabinoid (eCB)
Endogenous cannabinoids (cannabinoids made naturally by the body). The two key eCBs are anandamide and 2-arachidonoylglycerol. -
Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
Biological cell-signaling system comprehending endocannabinoids, the enzymes that help synthesize and break them down, and the receptors that cannabinoids bind to. -
Endogenous
Used in biology to describe a process or event happening within an organism or system. -
Entourage effect
Term used the describe the beneficial effects of keeping all the compounds from the cannabis plant. It is to be believed that by ingesting multiple components of the cannabis plant together it creates additional physical or psychological effects.
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Full Spectrum
Full spectrum CBD to a product that contains all the same cannabinoids and compounds found in the original hemp plant. It also contains essential vitamins and minerals, fatty acids, protein, chlorophyll, fiber, flavonoids, and terpenes. In addition, full spectrum CBD contains trace amounts of THC.
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Hemp
Fiber of the Cannabis plant. The term is usually used to refer to the non-intoxicating cannabis plant cultivated for industrial purpose. CBD is extracted from industrial hemp.
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Isolate
Purest form of CBD. Isolates contain only the CBD cannabinoid compound. It does not contain any of the psychoactive cannabinoid THC, making CBD isolate the most appropriate option for people that cannot ingest any THC.
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Plant Sterol
Group of cholesterol based subtances found in plants. Usually in vegetable oils, nuts and seeds -
Psychoactive
Affecting the mind or behavior. CBD is non-psychoactive
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Rick Simpson Oil (RSO)
High potency cannabis oil extract named after Canadian marijuana activist Rick Simpson. Contains higher levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) than other medical cannabis extracts. Claims to treat cancer (Unverified)
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Rick Simpson Oil (RSO)
High potency cannabis oil extract named after Canadian marijuana activist Rick Simpson. Contains higher levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) than other medical cannabis extracts. Claims to treat cancer (Unverified)
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Terpsolate
Cannabis based product containing CBD and terpenes -
Tincture
Herbal liquid concentrate extract from plants. Taken orally or sublingually. Usually a mixture of CBD oil combined with other ingredients -
Topical
Application of a medicine or drug to the skin. Does not penetrate the bloodstream -
Transdermal
Application of a medicine or drug through the skin in order to penetrate into the bloodstream and to be absorbed slowly into the body
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Water Soluble
Nanotechnology process that allows a CBD product to be more compatible with water. This allows for a better and more efficient absorption of CBD by your body.