Short history of the discovery of cannabinoids
Posted by Open HempShop Team on Feb 27th 2024
Cannabinoids
are a group of natural substances found in the Cannabis sativa plant. So far,
more than 110 compounds of this type have been identified, including CBD and
THC, which are two of the most well-known. CBD does not contain psychoactive
substances, making its use legal in almost all countries, and its application
to health issues has expanded considerably. On the o
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Did you know that hemp seeds are a source of protein?
Posted by Open HempShop Team on Dec 26th 2023
Proteins are an essential food for the health and well-being of the
body. They are crucial for tissue growth and repair, enzymatic function,
nutrient transport, immune response, blood clotting, and many other vital
processes.In the human body, which is composed of 15-20% protein by weight,
proteins are part of structures such as collagen or keratin and muscles.
Proteins ar
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What We Need to Know About the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
Posted by Open HempShop Team on Nov 30th 2023
The
Endocannabinoid System (ECS) is a complex and crucial biological system, the
existence of which is vital for the proper functioning of the body. It plays a
fundamental role in a wide variety of physiological processes, with a highlight
on regulating body systems to maintain homeostasis or a state of balance. This
balance is necessary to respond appropriately to interna
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Does CBD affect a person's mental state?
Posted by Open HempShop Team on Oct 31st 2023
To answer
this important question, it is first necessary to clarify two terms that are
used to refer to the effects that some drugs or substances can have on the
mind. We refer to the terms "psychotropic" and
"psychoactive".Psychotropic:
A
psychotropic or psychotropic[1]
substance is a chemical agent that acts on the central nervous system,
resulting in temporary change
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CBG: the new cannabinoid that the scientific world is studying
Posted by Open HempShop Team on Sep 29th 2023
Cannabigerol
(CBG) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in the genus Cannabis, which
includes both hemp and marijuana. It was first identified in 1964 by Gaoni and
Mechoulam. CBG is special because it acts as the chemical precursor to other
cannabinoids, such as CBD and THC.Although
its availability in the plant is much lower than that of other cannabinoids
such as CBD
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