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\" THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, is the compound in weed that creates the psychoactive effects that are most popularly seen on movies and TV shows. (Pineapple Express, anyone? \"

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The most notable difference between THC and CBD is that THC is psychoactive - it's responsible for that distinct cannabis \"high.\" CBD doesn't give you a high, but it has enjoyed the public spotlight for its impressive medicinal properties.

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THC and CBD are two main components of the cannabis herb. They have different effect on a human body. Both components can potentiate each other; and CBD added to THC can decrease THC psycoactive effect. Few facts about THC and CBD:\nTHC -

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  1. THC is the principle psychoactive component of cannabis and was first identified and synthesized in 1964.
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  2. The amount of THC in cannabis varies based on the strain produced by the manufacturer
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  3. The average amount of THC is approximately 10% but can range from as low as 1% to as high as 30%.\nCBD -
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  4. The main non-psychoactive plant-derived cannabinoid in fibre (hemp) plants.
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  5. Structurally similar to THC, has very different pharmacological properties.
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Hill AJ, Williams CM, Whalley BJ, Stephens GJ. Phytocannabinoids as novel therapeutic agents in CNS disorders. Pharmacol Ther. 2012;133(1):79-97. doi:10.1016/j.pharmthera.2011.09.002.

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