rao fu 06/Jun/2021
It is not every day that you get the opportunity to be able to write or impart some knowledge regarding a new compound that is derived from the Hemp plant. Especially since it has been showing up practically everywhere these days.
Delta 8 THC has grown in popularity primarily because of its similarity to THC, the main compound in cannabis that causes the feeling of euphoria, happiness, sedation, symptom relief, and a lot more. THC is often the biggest selling point of cannabis for a wide array of medical patients. But it is also the reason that a large number of states do not allow cannabis. After the 2018 farm bill, hemp has been legalized across the United States. Most derivatives from this plant have also found a place in the day-to-day wellness routines of people.
What makes Delta 8 THC such an interesting addition in the world of cannabis is the fact that you no longer need a medical marijuana card or an MMJ card renewal to be able to access it. As long as it’s a derivative of hemp and not cannabis you should be able to access it with a certain level of ease.
The legality of delta-8 is slightly hazy. You see it is extractable from both cannabis as well hemp, which makes Delta 8 THC legal in states where THC might not be traditionally legal.
Nearly all of the delta 8 THC at this point is extracted from hemp-derived CBD, so it is more or less legal. The only issue that some people have with this particular derivative is that it isn’t as potent as THC. But in the long run, legality does trump potency as long as there is some comfort that is found from the compound.
Delta-8 is actually more similar to THC than it is to CBD. The first difference that exists is in the chemical structure. Delta-8 binds to the endocannabinoid system the way that THC does. CBD on the other hand does not do this as readily, which is the reason that it is non-intoxicating in its effects. CBD has a lot of medicinal benefits but for symptoms that require THC for management, Delta-8 is a good replacement.
If your goal is to find effects that are similar to THC but are unable to access it or even if you are just looking for something with reduced potency, delta-8 is great.
Well, yes you will experience a feeling of high. Though it is not as prominent as when you would use THC. For people living in states where it is still tough to get your hands on cannabis to manage your medical condition, Delta 8 THC gives a perfectly legal way to experience some effects of THC.
This is also a good replacement for people who do not like the intensity of the high that THC imparts. Some people have also been found to experience feelings of anxiety and paranoia and for those people, Delta 8 THC provides a much smoother, milder high.
Well, it’s all very anecdotal in nature at this point. But consumers report that they feel the same effects as that of THC. Which are mild euphoria, happiness, uplifting feelings and relief from pain, sleepless nights, and a lot more.
But then just like THC you also have some side effects that you might have to deal with like dry mouth, red eyes, munchies. Now here I would throw some caution to the wind and tell you that delta-8 has not researched extensively. So, there is very little knowledge about what its actual effects are on the mind and body.
Delta-8 is found in trace amounts in both the cannabis as well as the hemp plant. Thanks to the Farm bill 2018, hemp is absolutely legal to grow in any state across the country. This makes it readily available for extraction and from where this cannabinoid is usually extracted,
Usually, CBD is first extracted from hemp and then is further refined into an isolate. It is only after this that the isolate is further synthesized into delta-8. It is comparatively expensive but considering the high demand in the market for it, the whole thing sort of balances itself out.
Since delta-8 is very new to the market, it might be a little difficult to get your hands on a delta-8 product that is genuine. The problem is that you don’t even know if the product actually contains delta-8. Whenever you go to buy delta-8 ensure that you check a producer’s website beforehand and check out where they source and create their products from.
But there are some great companies out there that are giving out delta 8 products. Just remember to look for lab results to ensure that you are getting the real thing. Delta 8 THC is not regulated by the FDA so it is important you take things into your own hands. The product that I would advise you to try out first is gummies as they are usually dosed in a very exact manner. So, you would be able to understand its effects on you.
Delta8 can be the next big thing or fizzle out like a number of trends that have come and gone. There has been a talk of regulating and controlling the sale of delta8 THC as well, but nothing has come to fruition yet.
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