Botanics Cannabis is an annual plant of the Cannabaceae family, like hops. The genus contains several species : Sativa, Indica and Ruderalis. The Sativa species, poor in psychotropic principle (THC) is exploited industrially for the quality of its fibers, then called “agricultural hemp”. This plant has unbridled sexuality: Dioecious plant, two separate sexes , male plants fertilize females to create...

Discover the various cannabinoids present in the cannabis plant

Phytocannabinoids can influence the transmission of neuronal messages. Certain cannabinoids impact feelings of hunger, anxiety, pain, and others. But how does it work ? 1. When our body is in a particular situation (like stress, pain, hunger, etc.), neurotransmitters act as messengers by transmitting information to the brain via our nervous system. When they reach a neuron, they cross the...

What is a cannabinoid? A chemical substance that directly or indirectly binds to the CB1 and CB2 receptors present in our body. There are 3 types of cannabinoids: Synthetic cannabinoids produced in a laboratory. Endocannabinoids produced by our body. Yes, the human body produces its own cannabinoids! Phytocannabinoids produced by plants: cannabis but also pepper, cocoa. Over 100 different cannabinoids...

Medical cannabis can be administered in various ways depending on the country and legislation. ‍The medical use of cannabis is almost 5,000 years old. However, we are only beginning to understand the mechanisms of action of cannabinoids, their therapeutic virtues, the most efficient dosages and methods of administration. The first written records of the therapeutic use of cannabis date back...