CBD vs THC

CBD v/s THC
In the 21 st century, after undergoing uncountable debates, there has been a positive wind in the market
about the usage of cannabis, its products and oils etc. People are becoming curious about this plant and
are seeing it more than a simple, recreational party drug. Though the audience is still divided into two
categories, one being strictly opposing the usage of cannabis products even as medications and the other
group that is welcoming it as an alternative therapy. Now, talking about the cannabis plant, it has two
main natural components including cannabidiol or CBD and tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. CBD is majorly
found in the extractions that are derived from the hemp plant and is sold in the market as best quality
CBD products such as supplements, gels, gummies, extracts, etc. On the other hand, THC is the compound
of cannabis that gives the individual the highly talked “high” feeling. This can be consumed by smoking
marijuana, which is also one of the most common ways of getting the “high” sensation. Apart from
smoking, it is also available in the market as capsules, edibles, oils and tinctures. Though both the
compounds react with the body, the effects are completely different from each other.
Chemical Structure
Both THC and CBD have the same kind of molecular structure with 30 hydrogen atoms, 21 carbon atoms
and 2 oxygen atoms. All the difference between CBD and THC lies in the slight difference in the
arrangement of the atoms that impacts the effect of these compounds on the human body.
CBD and THC are quite similar to the biological cannabidiols that is secreted by the glands, also known as
endocannabinoids. This property helps them to easily react with the cannabinoid receptors of the human
body that triggers the release of the various neurotransmitters in the brain. Neurotransmitters are those
chemicals that control the message relays between the cells and control various body functions such as
stress, sleep, immune function, to name a few.
Psychoactive Components
In spite of sharing a similar chemical structure, the psychotic effect of CBD and THC are quite dissimilar.
You would be surprised to know that consumption of CBD based products won’t get you “high” as it is a

completely non psychoactive compound. Now, talking about THC. THC is known to bind with the CB1
receptors of the human brain, thus creating a sense of euphoria, also known as “high” sensation.
Side Effects
Even after consuming exceptionally large doses of CBD or CBD based products, there are no evident side
effects. According to various researchers, the reported cases of side effects due to CBD were due to the
interaction of the CBD compound with any other medication that the patient was taking. On the other
hand, THC is known to have some temporary side effects including dry mouth, increased heart rate, red
eyes, memory loss, coordination problems and slower reaction times. Though both the compounds, CBD
and THC are non-fatal, extended consumption of THC can have negative psychiatric effects on the human
brain. That is why, the use of THC should be discouraged among the youth.
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