What Are Cannabinoids?: A Beginner’s Guide to THC, CBD, and Beyond

Curious about how weed can make such a difference in how you feel? Whether you’re into products that contain THC, you’re using CBD oil to relieve anxiety or pain, or you’re using cannabis for another reason, it can be helpful to understand how the cannabinoids in your favorite products interact with your unique chemistry. Here, we’ll explore more about cannabinoids, as well as learn the difference between THC and CBD.

At The Haven Center, we love what we do, and we’re always down to help you learn more about your favorite products, as well as weed in general. If you have questions while you’re in your dispensary, or you’re not sure how to choose the right products for your needs through our online menu, feel free to ask.

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What are Cannabinoids?

Cannabanoids are the naturally-occurring compounds found in THC plants. These compounds interact with your body’s endocannabinoid system, or ECS, which works to regulate a variety of fucntions, including sleep, appetite, mood, and pain. Most people are familiar with THC and CBD, two of the most commonly known cannabinoids in the cannabis plant. Other cannabinoids, such as CBG, CBN, and CBC also exist in cannabis, and also offer potential health benefits. Research to fully understand how cannabinoids interact with the body is ongoing.

THC vs. CBD: What’s the Difference?

THC and CBD are both valuable, naturally-occurring substances in the cannabis plant. THC is the psychoactive component of the cannabis plant, and is responsible for the high feeling you get when you smoke, eat, or otherwise ingest cannabis. CBD is also naturally found in the cannabis plant, but this substance is non-psychoactive. This means that using CBD can allow you to experience the therapeutic benefits of the cannabis plant without altering your mental state.

If you’re not sure whether CBD or THC is the right choice for you, no worries. Our team is here to help you find the right products for your needs.

Start Your Cannabis Journey at The Haven Center

At The Haven Center, we’re proud to be your go-to dispensary for all of your THC and CBD needs. Whether you’ve been loving your favorite strains for years or you’re just getting started with weed, our friendly budtenders are here to guide you through every step of finding the perfect cannabis products for you.

We offer a wide range of weed strains and products at our Massachusetts dispensary, including flower, topicals, tinctures, CBD products, THC drinks, edibles, vape cartridges, pre-rolls, concentrates, and more. Feel free to take your time exploring our dispensary and chatting with our budtenders, or check out our online menu to learn more about what we have to offer. If you have any questions or need help, don’t hesitate to reach out—it’s what we’re here for. We’ll see you soon!

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