What is THCA?
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What is THCA and Why Does It Matter?
You’ve probably heard the buzz around THCA, especially in the cannabis community in North Carolina. But what is it exactly, and how is it different from THC?
THCA (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) is the raw, non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in freshly harvested cannabis. It’s only when heat is applied — like when you light a joint or bake an edible — that THCA is converted into THC, the compound that gives you that classic euphoric high.
Key Differences:
- THCA is non-intoxicating in its raw form
- THC is psychoactive and responsible for the “high”
- THCA may offer anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and anti-nausea benefits
THCA is legal in many states as long as it hasn’t been activated into THC, which is why it’s become so popular in dispensaries like Forgetful Wizard.
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