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Every seasoned weed smoker knows that Mary Jane is a surefire way to beat PMS and the cramps and moodiness that go along with it. But with an ever-growing array of available strains, which compound, THC or CBD, is the most effective for handling Aunt Flo? How can we best use weed for PMS relief?
What are THC and CBD?
For those a little green when it comes to weed chemistry, THC and CBD are the two most prevalent chemical compounds, known as cannabinoids, found in marijuana.
If you’re familiar with either, you probably know that THC is the most psychoactive of the plant’s chemical compounds. It’s probably why you smoke in the first place.
Cannabidiol, abbreviated to CBD, is famous in recent times for its diverse medical applications. These include treating chronic seizures, Alzheimer’s, and cancer.
The difference between THC and CBD is that the latter is non-psychoactive, meaning that it neutralizes the soaring high of THC.
For this reason, many grass growers initially bred CBD out of their cannabis crops. Today, CBD is enjoying a renaissance thanks to its medicinal properties, all without getting you stoned.
Cannabinoids and the Body
Many women consume weed for PMS relief. It’s also great for alleviating other female-related health issues. But how does CBD or THC diminish your hormonal moodiness or PMS’s sometimes nauseating and debilitating pain?
Put simply, your body already possesses a complex network of cannabinoids, called the Endocannabinoid System. This biological web of neurotransmitters and receptors regulates everything from fertility to your ability to feel pain.
Since your body naturally