There’s a lot of BUZZ about CBD, Delta-9 THC Hemp Derived Gummies, Delta-8, & THCV ‘Diet Weed’.
Not sure about you, but I could use a better education.
I’m aware there are many wellness benefits and many laws regarding all these substances. I’m also aware there are many holistic benefits and since ‘wellness’ is a top New Year’s resolution I decided we could all use some CBD education.
Joining me on The Debbie Nigro Show is Primabee CBD Co-Founder Stephen Crane. Stephen is well versed and Primabee is a socially and environmentally responsible company that makes Broad -Spectrum and CBD isolate products that are USA Grown/ Non-GMO, Third Party Lab Tested and Legal in all 50 States. They’re also big on education as evidenced by the many blogs on their website Primabee.com.
For those reasons I asked Primabee to sponsor this educational show today.
If you like anything you learn about today, Primabee is offering my followers 20% off orders over $50 using Discount Code HERESTHEBUZZ at checkout . Delivered to your door. Always free shipping .
So listen in and get educated.
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It’s my ‘wellness’ day of the week where the conversation leans to all things wellness.
I love the legal part. And am fascinated what they can now legally sell online to anyone in the US.
Stephen Crain, Co-Founder of Primabee CBD lives out in California. People on the West Coast and people on the East Coast seem to look at these substances differently. As in people out West seem far more aware of these kind of products and more interested in them and more educated about their wellness benefits.
Stephen agrees but points out the products are becoming more common and more available in New England and down to the middle Atlantic states and in states like New York where cannabis retail stores just opened and in Connecticut which just opened up their first retail cannabis stores last week. Stephen feels interest is going to turn around a lot in the East.
I’ve gone through all the blogs on the Primabee website and what I really like about their CBD education is that they do speak to how these substances affect different people differently. There have been reports of success from everything with helping with seasonal affective disorder to to weight loss to staying calm. There seem to be all kinds of medicinal things that they can do well for you.
The big product that I’m aware Primabee is recently getting a huge reaction to is called Prima Buzz which the company can sell legally online anywhere in the U.S.
I was like you guys sure this is legal? LOL
Stephen confirmed that PrimaBuzz is a hemp derived Delta 9 THC gummy that’s now available for non dispensary purchase.
What is ‘Prima Buzz’ and what does it do I asked ?
Stephen explained, Delta 9 THC is the same compound that’s found in marijuana but it is derived from industrial hemp and in a much lower concentration than if you were going to go buy it at the dispensary. You still get a light boost free buzz from it, said Stephen, adding but it’s not like you’re you’re going to get zapped out and sent to Mars or anything like that. It’s a very pleasant whole body feeling.
It’s my opinion that most people are a little confused about the difference between Delta 9 THC and Delta 8 THC. These are buzzwords and names that are out there that not many people understand. So what’s the difference?
Stephen explains, “Delta 8 is an artificially synthesized tetrahydrocannabinol. It’s made in the lab after extracting THC from hemp or cannabis and then it’s molecularly modified at the lab so it’s a not a natural product really, though it has grown in popularity. If you’re looking for plant based wellness and looking for a natural organic type feeling then you would you would go for Delta 9. This is all about wellness, so you want to have natural products, not something that’s built in a lab like some like some pharmaceutical product.”
For education purposes here’s how Primabee explains the difference between Delta 8 and Delta 9 on their website blog on the topic.
What is Delta-9 THC?
Delta 9’s full scientific name is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, and it is one of several vital cannabinoids that can be found in cannabis plants. Delta 9 THC is very intoxicating due to how particular receptors in our body react to its use. THC is the primary psychoactive ingredient, triggering a reaction at our CB1 receptor. Delta 9 is reported to have a high affinity for the CB1 receptor.
What is Delta-8 THC?
Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol is a psychotropic compound found in the Cannabis sativa plant. Delta-8 THC is one of approximately 100 cannabinoids generated naturally by the cannabis plant. However, it is not present in substantial concentrations. As a result, high levels of delta-8 THC are often produced from cannabidiol obtained from hemp. Though delta-8 THC is very similar to delta-9 THC, its molecular structure is slightly different, making it far less potent.
One interesting fact about delta-8 researchers discovered that it had great antiemetic qualities and decreased vomiting in children with cancer, which was especially beneficial because of its lower intoxication levels.
How do Delta-9 THC and Delta-8 THC compare?
While these compounds interact similarly with the body, they are still different. Each influences numerous biological activities such as sleep, mood, hunger, cognitive function, and muscle regeneration via the endocannabinoid system. However, because they are somewhat molecularly different, their effects on the body and how they make you feel vary.
The molecular structures of delta-8 THC and delta-9 THC differ just slightly. The double bonds of delta-8 THC are on the eighth carbon atom, while the double bonds of delta-9 THC are on the ninth. Hence the names delta-8 and delta-9 THC. The location of the double bond on the carbon chain dictates how it interacts with CB1 receptors in the central nervous system.
When I was first involved getting to understanding the cannabis and CBD industries I had gone around to a lot of convenience stores I noticed were selling CBD and Delta 8 and most had them in little locked cages or boxes right at the front of the counter. I would ask the store owners, if people were buying them and they all always said yes people are buying Delta 8. Delta 8. Delta 8. At that time Delta 8 was illegal in New York and I was getting that answer and was a little shocked.
Obviously cannabis and CBD laws keep changing and evolving, and I am aware there are still states where these substances are not legal. The guys at Primabee were clear they were now selling Delta 9 THC ‘legally’ across the country online because it’s federally permitted if the product is hemp derived and the THC level is less than 0.3% of the overall product weight.
Stephen confirmed that the 2018 Farm Bill allowed that any product derived from industrial grown hemp with a THC level of 0.3% or less dry weight is federally legal.
The Primabee blogs I was reading describe how Delta 9 and Delta 8 compare. Again it was clear that the molecular structures of Delta 8 THC and Delta 9 THC differ ‘just very slightly’. The double bonds of Delta 8 THC are on the eighth carbon atom, and then the double bonds of the Delta 9 THC are on the ninth. That’s how they got their names. One is legal and one is not.
PrimaBuzz gummies – are formulated for adults and seniors seeking, as these guys say ‘an edible solution to create a booze free buzz’ which I imagine might be a story of interest in ‘dry January’. Also they seem to address and help with sleep, anxiety, pain.
Research has shown that these substances can affect certain biological functions like mood, hunger, cognitive function, muscle regeneration all via the endocannabinoid system
I’ve noticed people who love these things really love them, and they have the most amazing things to say about them, but I’ve also noticed not everybody goes crazy for this stuff because they’re nervous they don’t understand, and it’s because everybody’s body is different and so everybody’s reaction to these things is different.
I’m one of those people who has a stupid reaction to everything so I’m a big baby and always very hesitant to try something new, but I’m aware many folks are getting solid results. I’m also aware that legally a company is not allowed to say these things help in any official way – you can just infer.
Stephen says, “Well there are a lot of studies out there and the science is catching up with the cannabinoids since it became legal in 2018. There a lot of studies out there showing that the cannabinoids can help from everything from Reye’s Syndrome that causes seizures in children, to helping you sleep, to helping you have less soreness after exercise, all kinds of things like that. We try to be very science-based and really orient towards what the current studies are saying. “
Primabee blogs discuss topics like how to use CBD as a natural sleep aid, Is Delta 9 THC better than Delta 8, what’s the difference between CBD and Delta etc.
I was curious about what’s called THCV that’s now being called “Diet Weed”.
Stephen says, “Yes that’s a particular THC that has some appetite suppressive properties, and is non-psychoactive and the studies also show that it has a slight energizing property. So it’s kind of the opposite of THC9 delta 9 seems the studies show it has a kind of a slight stimulant property to it and appetite suppressive property to it.”
Then there’s the success that Primabee is having with their CBD Dog Chews & CBD Pet Tincture Oil for Cats & Dogs.
Every time I’ve seen a dog owner who’s said my the dog’s a little crazy – I say have you thought about CBD? Just because with my little education and from what I’ve heard back from many who’ve given it to their pets, it seems pet owners are raving about it.
Stephen points out, “Studies show that it helps with separation anxiety just general hyperactivity and things like that. As we’re talking I’m sitting here with my hyper Irish doodle at my feet totally just chilled out. We went for a long run this morning and he’s just kind of relaxing right now waiting for the next adventure.”
Primabee has CBD specifically for pets .They have sports cream which I personally use often whenever I have a sports related pain – and they have a recovery cream.
Stephen who does Jiu Jitsu says he’s sore all the time, so just before he goes there, he rubs a little bit of CBD sports cream on his shoulder or something that hurts and afterwards he uses the CBD recovery cream which is also a cooling cream so it gives a cooling sensation and then the CBD soaks in and does it magic.
My takeaway on all these products?
Each person has to figure out for themselves if it’s good for them or can benefit them in some amazing way. Many people turn to the internet to purchase these products and there are many products and many sellers. I happen to like the way Primabee educates and guides people to understand what product might suit their wellness needs before they buy.
Primabee is offering a deal for my followers who’d like to try any of the Primabee Products.
20% of all orders over $50 dollars but you have to use the discount code ‘HERESTHEBUZZ’ at checkout.
Enjoy listening to the whole CBD buzz in this podcast of my live conversation on The Debbie Nigro Show with Stephen Crane Co-Founder Primabee CBD.
