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What Is Decarboxylation Of Cannabis And Why Do It?

By Aqiyl Aniys | December 5th, 2014 | Modified - March 3rd, 2019

Cannabis contains medical properties because of its cannabinoid compounds. These compounds exist in two states, their acid form and their active form. Both states have similar and different medical properties. To insure the properties of the active state are present, the decarboxylation Of Cannabis is recommended.

Decarboxylation of cannabis occurs naturally as the cannabis plant ages and when the plant is heated to certain temperatures. The decarboxylation effects all of the plant’s cannabinoids. Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) is one of cannabis’s cannabinoid compounds and is not psychoactive. The decarboxylation of THCA produces the psychoactive THC and CBN compounds.

Decarboxylation is a chemical process that removes a carboxyl group and releases carbon dioxide (CO2). This seemingly simple process is responsible for unlocking some of the medicinal properties of cannabis. When someone smokes cannabis that contains THCA, the high heat instantly decarboxylates the THCA and THC is inhaled. Other cannabinoids are also converted into their active state, like CBDA is converted into CBD.

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About Author: Aqiyl Aniys

Aqiyl Aniys is the author of the books Alkaline Herbal Medicine, Alkaline Plant Based Diet and the children's book, Faith and Justice eat an Alkaline Plant Based Diet." He received a certificate in plant-based nutrition from Cornell University, a BA in Organizational Behavior and Communications from NYU, worked as an elementary school teacher, and studied social work. He enjoys boxing, kick boxing, cycling, power walking, and basically anything challenging, and his alkaline plant-based diet supports all that he does. Learn more about transitioning to an alkaline vegan diet using the Dr. Sebi nutritional guide.