Research: Delta-8 less potent but has similar misuse potential as cannabis when orally ingested

Research: Delta-8 less potent but has similar misuse potential as cannabis when orally ingested

BALTIMORE — New research from the Johns Hopkins University found the hemp-derived Delta-8 THC to be less potent than Delta-9 THC, the main psychoactive component in cannabis, when orally ingested, though the former can still produce similar psychoactive effects. Since Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, has a similar chemical structure to Delta-9 THC, it has grown in popularity as cannabis laws across the country have become less restrictive, …

Hopkins research: Delta-8 less potent but has similar misuse potential as cannabis when orally ingested

New research from the Johns Hopkins University found the hemp-derived Delta-8 THC to be less potent than Delta-9 THC, the main psychoactive component in cannabis, when orally ingested, though the former can still produce similar psychoactive effects. Since Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, has a similar chemical structure to Delta-9 THC, it has grown in popularity as cannabis laws across the country have become less restrictive, allowing man…

Damning research reveals nasty problem with pot

The cannabis industry may have a hemp problem, according to lawmakers across the U.S. Over the last few years, intoxicating THC-laden hemp products have proliferated. These companies utilize a perceived loophole in the 2018 Farm Bill to manipulate compliant hemp until it contains an intoxicating amount of THC. These products are increasingly popular, especially in states with no legal weed. The rising popularity and lack of knowledge about how h…

Gov. Sanders Signs Measure to Protect Arkansans from Dangerous Drugs – Family Council

Last week, Gov. Sanders signed a good law to protect Arkansans from dangerous drugs like THC made from industrial hemp. THC is the main psychoactive drug in marijuana. In 2018, Congress passed the federal Agriculture Improvement Act legalizing industrial hemp — or cannabis — that is low in THC. The goal was to let farmers grow cannabis plants for use in textiles like rope or cloth, but manufacturers have found ways to extract and refine the litt…