"Cannabis potency has become one of the most debated and researched aspects of the modern weed market. As legalization expands across the United States and internationally, consumers have shifted from simply asking "How strong is it?" to wanting a deeper understanding of how compounds like THC, CBD, and lesser-known cannabinoids interact with their bodies. While potency is often reduced to a percentage on a label, the science behind those numbers reveals a far more complex-and fascinating-story."
"Today's cannabis landscape demands a more nuanced perspective. Potency isn't just about how high THC levels can climb. Instead, it is about the balance of cannabinoids, the entourage effect, and how terpenes shape a consumer's overall experience. Whether a consumer is new to the plant or a seasoned enthusiast, understanding this science can change how one shops for and consumes cannabis. THC: The Central Player in Potency Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the cannabinoid most closely associated with cannabis potency."
Cannabis potency involves more than a single THC percentage and encompasses interactions among THC, CBD, lesser cannabinoids, and terpenes. THC binds primarily to CB1 receptors, producing psychoactive effects such as euphoria, altered perception, and increased appetite, with flower typically ranging 10–30% THC and concentrates exceeding 90%. Higher THC can change the character of effects and may provoke anxiety in some users depending on tolerance and body chemistry. CBD does not produce a high and can balance THC's effects by interacting with receptors in the endocannabinoid system.
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