(Newswire.net — January 18, 2019) — Though cannabis is known to have 100 plus chemical compounds, only a very few of them have been tested scientifically making it possible to isolate them and then make use of their healing properties. These compounds are referred to cannabinoids. Hemp plant offers CBDA or cannabidiolic acid. This is not very popular when compared to THC or CBD. However, with research becoming more pronounced there are reasons to believe that CBDA Hemp’s “other” cannabinoid could throw quite a bit of exciting opportunities going forward.
What Makes CBDA Different
When compared to CBD, CBDA has molecules which come with an acidic precursor to it. These molecules remain intact and once they are processed they become CBDA. This basically is a carboxylic acid group. This can be removed by ageing and heating which is also referred to as decarboxylation process. When this process is completed you have a CBD that is comparatively more neutral. But CBDA by itself may not be able to stimulate the endocannabinoid system. It rather impacts the various other non-endocannabinoid enzymes and receptors. There are reasons to believe that on its own it could have complementary benefits of wellness and health.
It is Still Early
There are a few points that we need to bear in mind. When compared to CBS, there has been very little research or work done on the various properties associated with CBDA. Hence, its implications on human health are not clear. The studies so far have been restricted only to animals. Therefore it is very much in its preclinical stage of trials. But the future seems to be bright because big pharmaceutical companies are looking to patent these studies keeping in mind the possible medical benefits associated with CBDA.
There are Some Common Benefits
As of now, there are reasons to believe that CBD and CBDA could have the same results as far as the therapeutic credentials are concerned. Though CBDA could be effective in treating problems related to epilepsy and seizures related issues, the research is still moving forward only at a slow pace. However, the studies show far has shown that CBDA could hold out a lot of promise when it comes to regulating mood and anxiety. Nausea is a problem with those who suffer from anxiety and stress. This perhaps can be controlled if CBDA goes through it complete course of tests and research. It also could have anti-inflammatory properties and could be used as an analgesic. CBDA could also limit the spread of metastasis or aggressive cancer cells. It also could work as an antidepressant in much smaller doses.
It Depends on Technology
While it is fact that cannabis is a very ancient medicinal plant, it requires quite a bit of work go unlock its true compounds that are pharmacologically important. The challenge is in mastering and coming out with a careful extraction process.
To Summarize
Considering the various promising prospects associated with CBDA, Hemp’s “other” cannabinoid, continuing research is even more important. There are innovative research companies who are working hard for extracting and various medicinal properties associated with hemp. CBDA has to potential to be used for seizures, epilepsy, anxiety and more. This is just one of the many reasons research is being done.