What's the THCA?

What's the THCA?

THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) occurs naturally in raw cannabis plant materials. In contrast to THC, THCA is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid.

As the plant dries, THCA slowly converts to THC. Alternatively, being exposed to heat and sunlight will also THCA is converted to THC. Heat speeds up this conversion through a procedure known as decarboxylation. Another way to convert THCA to THC is to store the plants; cannabis is cured to convert the THCA into THC, as well as drying it out to make it easier to burn, thus releasing the remaining THCA as THC.

There is not enough research on THCA to clearly state what it can treat and with what level of efficacy, but preliminary research and anecdotal evidence suggest that THCA stimulates the appetite like THC. It is also a powerful anti-inflammatory, helps fight disease and tumors, reliefs with sleep, and more.

THCA and THC each have their effects. The expected results should direct which you choose.

THCA affects the body, helping with various issues, ranging from pain to appetite loss. So THCA is a great option for patients needing to stay clear-headed. A few patients obtain their daily THCA dosage by adding fresh cannabis to their diet in the form of Juices、Smoothies、Salad dressings、Raw salads etc.

THC affects the brain, offers a mind-altering high, while THCA doesn't. If the patient's pain is both chronic and severe, concentrates that contain THC is a great option for these patients. Rosin, as the most popular concentrates, is debatably the easiest and safest way to make. It is legal to produce at home with a small, portable affordable rosin press machine. It will be a direct, economical, and fast-acting solution to their diseases.

So Whether cannabis is smoked, ingested, vaped, or juiced raw, understanding the properties of the cannabis plant, and how and why they interact with our bodies the way they do is crucial in achieving the desired effects and avoiding adverse side effects. Cannabis molecules each have their own benefits and as raw cannabis is further studied, we can rest easy knowing that it’s safe to integrate it into a healthful diet.

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