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Terpenes are cannabinoids
This article will set out two types of secondary metabolites that are biosynthesised by the plant Cannabis sativa L. and produce synergy with the effects of cannabinoids.
Terpenes
Terpenes are volatile organic compounds formed by the union of hydrocarbon of 5 carbon atoms, known as isoprene. The smallest and most volatile compounds are monoterpenes, which are biosynthesised by the union of two isoprene molecules. The biggest and least volatile are biosynthesised by the union of three or more isoprene molecules. The sesquiterpenes are next in the chain, which are formed by the union of three isoprene molecules. Terpenes are secondary metabolites, which provide the plant with its organoleptic characteristics (aroma and flavour) and that constitutes most of the essential oil produced by aromatic plants.
Terpenes and cannabinoids share their biosynthetic pathways and, in fact, cannabinoids are terpeno-fenolic compounds one of which is CBD. In the Cannabis plant, terpenes also share the biosynthesis and accumulation spaces. Thus, both types of compounds are biosynthesised in the glandular trichomes of leaves and flowers and are accumulated in large proportions in the exuded resin. In any case, it seems that certain non-capitular glandular trichomes, which are more abundant in leaves surface, are specialised in synthesizing terpenes. It has been shown that the ratio between monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes in leaves and flowers is rather different. This is due to the dominance of sessile trichomes in leaves, which are more specialised in synthesizing terpenes, while capitate trichomes are more abundant in flowers and are specialised in the synthesis of monoterpenes and cannabinoids. The proportion of terpenes in the plant is normally less than 1%, potentially achieving up to 10% of the resin composition.
Functions of the Endocannabinoid System
The endocannabinoid system is perhaps the most crucial biological system involved in creating and maintaining optimum homeostasis in your body. Endocannabinoids and related CB1 and CB2 receptor sites are produced and found nearly everywhere in your body. They are in your brain, tissues, organs, glands, and cells. In each region, your endocannabinoid system performs countless functions with one sole purpose, homeostasis. By consuming cannabidiol (CBD), homeostasis begins to occur in your body at an unprecedented speed on many levels. Fundamentally, CBD provides internal balance for human anatomy despite wildly accelerating changes and stress in your external environment.
One example is relief from inflammation and pain from chronic or acute injury while incurring no tolerance or dependence. CBD minimizes pain and damage caused by an injury. CBD prevents your body from doing too much of a good thing when injured by inhibiting your body’s immune reaction from growing out of control. This is done by inhibiting activators such as histamine and C-reactive protein (CRP), therefore limiting inflammation. At the same time, CBD throttles your nerve cells from excessive synaptic firing, acting as a potent pain reliever.
Another example of homeostasis caused by cannabinoids is its powerful effect on cancer and tumors. Cannabinoids optimize normal cells while hunting down and killing cancer and tumor cells. Malignant cells produce a high amount of a compound that CBD is attracted to. This causes an unhealthy cell to die, leaving only healthy cells and enhancing your body’s homeostasis at a whole new level. CBD is well researched for its anti-convulsant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-psychotic, and immune system properties. CBD users have lower levels of C-reactive protein which is directly connected to cardiovascular disease and stroke. CBD is known to help with Alzheimer’s, arteriosclerosis, bowel disorders, cirrhosis, depression, diabetes (type 1 and 2), hypertension, metabolic syndrome, nausea, neuropathic pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and much more, all without causing tolerance or dependence.
**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Here are some of the most common questions we receive. Don’t see the answer you were looking for? Feel free to ask your own questions HERE.
WHY SHOULD I USE AGORA CBD™?
Unlike chemically derived Terpenes, we do not alter the plant’s integrity. Agora CBD™ is extracted by a chemical-free process that invokes all of the plant’s natural synergy. We extract the natural fatty acids, waxes, minerals, and vitamins to create a potent phyto-rich, broad-spectrum, “as found in nature” supplement for your body.
We call this the “entourage effect,” which provides you the potential of Active Terpenes in their natural state. We are convinced this form of Terpene is the most efficacious and takes advantage of the whole plant interacting with your endocannabinoid system, just as nature intended.
Is CBD LEGAL?
Agora CBD™ is 100% legal anywhere in the World. This is because Agora CBD™ is derived from a natural plant. The FDA acknowledges that CBD is legal in the USA, enacted under the 2018 US Farm Bill.
HOW LONG Does CBD TAKE TO WORK?
This certainly varies from person to person as do the dosages. Most people take 10mg. – 40mg. per dosage and this could be a 10mg. gel cap or a dropper full of oil which comes in a 1-ounce bottle labeled 250 which is also 10mg. or 60mg. We have seen and heard that most people experience growing relief within as little as 20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Here are some of the most common questions we receive. Don’t see the answer you were looking for? Feel free to ask your own questions HERE.
WHY SHOULD I USE AGORA CBD™?
Unlike chemically derived Terpenes, we do not alter the plant’s integrity. Agora CBD™ is extracted by a chemical-free process that invokes all of the plant’s natural synergy. We extract the natural fatty acids, waxes, minerals, and vitamins to create a potent phyto-rich, broad-spectrum, “as found in nature” supplement for your body.
We call this the “entourage effect,” which provides you the potential of Active Terpenes in their natural state. We are convinced this form of Terpene is the most efficacious and takes advantage of the whole plant interacting with your endocannabinoid system, just as nature intended.
Is CBD LEGAL?
Agora CBD™ is 100% legal anywhere in the World. This is because Agora CBD™ is derived from a natural plant. The FDA acknowledges that CBD is legal in the USA, enacted under the 2018 US Farm Bill.
HOW LONG DO Active Driven Terpenes TAKE TO WORK?
This certainly varies from person to person as do the dosages. Most people take 10mg. – 40mg. per dosage and this could be a 10mg. gel cap or a dropper full of oil which comes in a 1-ounce bottle labeled 250 which is also 10mg. or 60mg. We have seen and heard that most people experience growing relief within as little as 20 minutes.
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