Glossary

Bioavailability

The bioavailability of a substance is the portion that, once ingested, will make its way into the bloodstream to take effect.

Cannabis

A plant containing psychoactive phytocannabinoids used for medical and recreational purposes.

Cannabinoids

Including endocannabinoids produced by the body, phyto-cannabinoids found in nature, and synthetic cannabinoids, these compounds that activate cannabinoid receptors in the Endocannabinoid System.

CB1 Receptor

These receptors in the Endocannabinoid system are located in the central and peripheral nervous systems and are activated by all types of cannabinoids. These receptors are largely responsible for the efficacy of THC.

CB2 Receptor

These secondary receptors are believed to be located in the peripheral tissues of the immune system, the gastrointestinal system, the peripheral nervous system, and to a lesser degree in the central nervous system.

CBD

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is non-intoxicating phyto-cannabinoid, one of the most abundant phytocannabinoids found in the hemp plant.

CBG

Cannabigerol, or CBG, is another phyto-cannabinoid that is non-intoxicating and has a long list of possible uses and benefits, including antibacterial, antifungal, neuroprotectant properties.

Dosing

A specific quantity of a substance or medicine to be taken at one time.

Endocannabinoid

These cannabinoids are naturally produced by the body to activate the CB1 and CB2 receptors of the endocannabinoid system.

Endocannabinoid System

This endogenous system is found within the body of every mammal, and is a complex network of physiologic compounds and receptors labeled (CB1 and CB2) responsible for creating and maintaining a state of homeostasis throughout the body.

Entourage Effect

The sum of phytocannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids complementing each other to generate the effect of a hemp or cannabis substance.

Hemp

This species of the cannabis plant is CBD dominant and widely grown for medicinal benefits.

Full Spectrum

Full spectrum refers to maintaining each plant’s full and diverse cannabinoid profile; New Highs full spectrum oil offers all supporting cannabinoids found in hemp, not just CBD.

Phyto-cannabinoid

Phyto-cannabinoids are plant produced cannabinoids that are primarily found in cannabis and hemp plants.

Psychoactive

A psychoactive substance is one with properties causing profound or significant effect on mental processes, mood, or consciousness

Sublingual

Sublingual consumption means dropping extracts directly under the tongue. This method provides fast-acting relief by allowing the thin mucosal lining of the mouth to rapidly absorb the substance.

Terpene

Terpenes are the powerful hydrocarbons found in plant essential oils that give plants, including cannabis and hemp, their fragrances and effects.

THC

Tetrahydrocannabinoid, or THC, is the principal phyto-cannabinoid that gives cannabis its psychoactive effects.

Tincture

An oil extraction of a plant, tincture is typically administered orally or sublingually.

Tolerance

A user’s reaction to a dose; as tolerance increases, the effects of the substance are reduced.

Topical

Topical application to the skin provides local relief to the area where it is applied; the substance does not enter the bloodstream.

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