General Understanding of Delta-8-THC

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 Article by Dr. Benny's

Miracles seem to be common in the modern world. Every day, we hear about surprising new things not only in the field of technology but also about discovering hidden gifts of nature. The cannabis plant is also one of nature's best bounties to serve humankind for different purposes. Apparently, it is an ordinary plant like others, but it involves a whole different world inside it.

The cannabis plant contains more than a hundred cannabinoids, unique in its effects and benefits. Out of these cannabinoids, THC and CBD are the most famous and widely researched due to their higher amount found in Hemp and Cannabis plants. In recent years the Hemp and Cannabis market had undergone a revolutionary change when certain other cannabinoids came into the limelight on behalf of their outstanding medicinal and recreational uses.

What is Delta-8 THC?

Delta-8-THC is a recently discovered cannabinoid found in the Cannabis plant. This cannabinoid is present in very small traces, about 0.1% in the hemp plant, unlike Delta-9-THC and CBD. Many lab tests and experiments show Delta-8's potential in cancer treatment as it stops the growth of cancerous tumours in the body. The interesting factor of Delta-8-THC is that, online CBD, it directly connects with CB1 receptors (present in the nervous system) and makes a double bond with them. This double bonding produces more effective results than the single bonding of CBD.  

Delta-8 is a new fantasy for regular users of CBD and THC. It increases the working capacity of its consumers while offering a clear-headed experience. So, who would not like to try such an amazing substance that boosts the working capacity without causing dizziness?

However, Delta-8-THC presents in very little amount in the hemp and cannabis plant, so many cannabis brands go for the artificial manufacturing of Delta-8-THC. In such a situation, the consumers should be vigilant enough to know the source of Delta-8-THC, quality certifications, and third-party lab testing results.

Since Delta-8-THC is still undergoing research and it is a new product for people, plenty of questions pop up in people's heads about the manufacturing, working, effects, and products of Delta-8-THC. So here we are going to address all these points in detail.

Legality and effects of Delta-8-THC

Delta-8-THC dropper

The Cannabis Sativa is a plant with different compounds, each having specific effects. As Delta-8-THC is an isomer of Delta-9-THC (having the same atomic number but different molecular structure), this slight difference largely affects both isomers' working potential.

Delta-9 THC produces psychoactive effects, and it is not legal because it has great potential to completely alter a person's physical and mental functioning. Although Delta-8-THC does have psychoactive effects, these effects show up only if it is taken in concentrated form.

The legality of Delta-8 is still questionable as you may find some information mentioning that Delta-8 is legal, but at the same time, some text on the legality of Delta-8 is still ambiguous. Delta-8 is considered legal in most places because it also comes from the hemp plant and all hemp products are legal as long as they contain less than 0.3% THC.

Many people are shifting from CBD and THC to Delta-8-THC because it uplifts the consumers' mood, and they feel more focused on their task. The people who have used Delta-8-THC for recreational purposes claim that they feel more sound-minded and focused after in-taking Delta-8. Other potential benefits of Delta-8 include;

  • It helps increase appetite
  • Decreases nausea
  • Provides relaxation
  • Reduces pain and inflammation
  • Inhibits the growth of cancerous tumors

However, everything comes with its own set of side effects, and there's no wonder that Delta-8 also includes some adverse effects if used in excessive amounts. When this cannabinoid is taken in concentrated form, it shows some side-effects such as:

  • Redness in the eyes
  • Constriction of blood vessels
  • Change in the rate of heartbeat
  • High blood pressure
  • Psychoactive response

You will not experience these effects if you remain moderate in the consumption of Delta-8 THC and only take the recommended amount of product.

Isomerization of Delta-8-THC

Isomerization of Delta 8 THC

 

Delta-8 THC is a minor cannabinoid that naturally occurs in the cannabis plant. The unique and surprising benefits of Delta-8-THC have boosted people's interest in this rare cannabinoid resulting in increased demand. However, it was impossible to fulfil the demand of people if the manufacturers relied on the amount of Delta-8-THC extracted from the cannabis plant. To meet the users' demand, the extractors found ways of converting other cannabinoids to Delta-8 through isomerization. Delta-8-THC can be made from both CBD and Delta 9 THC because of their similar chemical structure.  

Delta-8-THC is a degraded form of Delta-9-THC. For the isomerization of Delta-8-THC, Delta-9 has to undergo an oxidation process. Delta-8 and Delta-9 both are forms of THC, but as discussed before, Delta-8 is an oxidized form of Delta-9. This slight difference induces major changes in their way of working and effects.

The second method of isomerization is making Delta-8 from Delta-9, a strong acid or activated carbon that needs to undergo a Short Path Distillation (SPD) process. The third way of yielding Delta-8 is that 1 gram of CBD and sulfuric acid is added into glacial acid and kept at room temperature. After three days, extract Delta-8 from the rest of the solution by using necessary lab techniques. The method of isomerizing Delta-8 from CBD has revolutionized the Hemp industry as many manufacturers started converting CBD to Delta-8.

How can Delta-8-THC be used?

The hype of CBD in the hemp market is understood as a known cannabinoid, and people like the effects produced by this non-psychoactive substance. But this is the instinct of people that they always want to experience new things. After the discovery of this novel cannabinoid, numerous people are drooling over Delta-8-THC.

You might be wondering why Delta-8 THC is more acceptable. D8 offers the same effects as THC; however, it is far less psychoactive and Delta-9 THC. It makes D8 more acceptable in society and for the users who want to benefit from THC but do not like to experience its euphoric effects

Furthermore, Delta-8 increases the productivity of a person without numbing his senses. Since it is a new cannabinoid, many users wonder about the use of Delta-8. Well, the choices are not limited because many Cannabis brands are offering Delta-8 products.

Keeping in view the increasing demand for this new product, different brands have introduced a wide range of Delta-8 products like; Delta-8 flower, Delta-8 pre-rolls, Delts-8 Gummies, Tinctures, Capsules, and Topical etc. If you want to enjoy the unique benefits of Delta-8 THC, you can find many online retailers such as Dr.Benny's that deal in premium quality Delta-8 products and offer a variety of products to choose between. Grab your favorite D8 product and enjoy a completely different experience from CBD and THC. 

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