Navigate the Cannabis Industry by Knowing Your Cannabinoids
As an investor trying to navigate the cannabis industry, you need to have certain knowledge and resources to be successful. The cannabis industry is currently in a boom period. Much of that can be attributed to loosening regulations on the legal usage of cannabis in many states, either for medicinal or recreational use. Additionally, CBD products have also entered the mainstream due their various health and wellness benefits and extremely low THC levels. This makes them a holistic alternative to many prescription medications.
The majority of consumers and potential cannabis investors are aware of the end user products; however, growing cannabis and the usage of cannabis testing equipment requires some education. There are many different types of cannabis crops that yield different cannabinoids, which are the main compound found in cannabis. You can think of cannabinoids as the “active ingredient,” so to speak.
Certain cannabinoids have certain effects, both positive and negative. As a potential cannabis investor, it behooves you to get familiar with the different types of cannabinoids and their pros and cons.
Delta 9 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
THC is by far and away the most widely recognized cannabinoid in the cannabis industry. It is the compound responsible for achieving a “high” or sense or euphoria, which can lead people to potentially abuse it.
Considering its effects, THC is also the main cannabinoid that lawmakers use to determine the legality of cannabis by state. It’s also worth noting that at a federal level cannabis remains classified as a Schedule I substance. Additionally, cannabis that is grown and harvested with a THC level that exceeds 0.3% must be destroyed by federally mandated law.
Pros of Delta 9 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC):
- Has proven to have various medical benefits including nausea relief, chronic pain relief, and anxiety relief
- Has shown ability to serve as an alternative muscle relaxant for those with MS
- For those afflicted with cancer or HIV/AIDS, THC has proven to be effective in helping people regain their appetite
- THC is proven to be an effective holistic sleep aid
- THC is safer and less addictive than opioids
- THC is a 100% all-natural alternative treatment
Cons of Delta 9 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC):
- THC runs the risk of being abused
- Long-term use can lead to short-term memory and cognition issues
- Smoking THC products may cause lung damage
- THC causes short-term impairment
- May cause Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
- Is federally illegal
Cannabidiol (CBD)
Cannabidiolic acid (CBDA) is heated using a decarboxylation process to create cannabidiol (CBD). Second only to THC, CBD is one of the most prominent compounds found in cannabis. Unlike Delta 9 (THC), CBD has no psychoactive chemicals, meaning that the product cannot produce a high or euphoric feeling.
Pros of CBD:
- Has shown health and wellness benefits relating to acne treatment, Alzheimer’s Disease, anxiety, acute and chronic pain, nerve-related pain, depression, muscle spasms, and sleep disorders
- Is non-addictive and does not cause impairment
- Is widely available and legal in many states
Cons of CBD:
- Is not as powerful as THC; may cause no effect in some users
- May cause nausea, diarrhea, changes in appetite, irritability, or fatigue in some users
- Effects how the liver breaks down certain medications
Cannabinol (CBN) and Cannabigerol (CBG)
Cannabinol (CBN) and Cannabigerol (CBG) are two less common cannabinoids that are found in cannabis. CBN is often described by scientists as a toned-down version of THC which is about 75% less effective. CBG, on the other hand, is one of the rarest cannabinoids in the cannabis industry, comprising 1% or less in any given cannabis plant.
There has been minimal testing done with both CBN and CBG in the realms of pain relief, sleep aid, and other areas; however, much more testing still needs to be done before anything can be deemed conclusive regarding their effects.
CBN and CBG share the same con: not enough is known about either one.
Ready to Invest in the Cannabis Industry? Contact Elite Robotics!
Elite Robotics aims to be the solution when it comes to perfecting and standardizing cannabis testing equipment. It is our goal to give growers and farmers a reliable way to test their cannabis that is both accurate and expedient.
Our cannabis testing equipment can provide data for THC, CBD, CBN, CBG, and other cannabinoids. It can also give insight on terpenes, solvents, metals, and microorganisms. This puts the power of the lab in the rightful hands of growers and cultivators, which ultimately helps them navigate the burgeoning cannabis industry.
To find out more about our equipment or to become an investor, you can contact elite robotics at (805) 987-6217. Or you cansend us a message directly using our contact form.