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Cannabis 101
How cannabis works, what's inside it, and why your body was already built to receive it.
What Is Cannabis?
Your body is already built for it.
Cannabis is a plant with a long history of traditional use, and modern science continues to study its properties. Researchers have identified two key groups of compounds inside the plant - cannabinoids and terpenes - that interact with your body’s own built-in regulatory network, the endocannabinoid system (ECS).
The ECS is involved in regulating various biological processes including sleep, mood, sensory perception, appetite, and more. Cannabis compounds interact with ECS receptors in ways that researchers are still studying.
Know What You’re Buying
Low Potency Hemp Edibles contain <0.3% THC and are federally legal. A great starting point for newcomers.
Adult-Use Cannabis products carry higher THC levels and are regulated by the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). Valid ID required - recreational cannabis for adults 21+ only.
The Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
The ECS is a network of receptors found throughout your brain and body involved in various regulatory processes including stress response, sensory perception, sleep cycles, and immune function. Your body produces its own cannabinoids (called endocannabinoids) to interact with this system every day. Plant-based cannabinoids from cannabis work through the same pathways.
Full-Spectrum Products
Full-spectrum products contain a broad range of cannabinoids, terpenes, and other plant compounds working together. This is known as the entourage effect - where the whole is more effective than any single compound alone.
Balance & Homeostasis
The ECS’s primary job is homeostasis - keeping your body in equilibrium. When stress, injury, or illness throws things off, cannabinoids can help the ECS recalibrate and restore balance.
Ongoing Research
Scientists are actively uncovering new cannabinoids and receptor types. What we know today is only a fraction of the full picture - making cannabis one of the most exciting fields in modern medicine.
Cannabinoids Explained
Each cannabinoid contributes something distinct to the cannabis experience. They’re most powerful when working together alongside terpenes - no single compound tells the whole story.
Important: The effects described below reflect commonly reported consumer experiences and are not verified medical claims. Individual experiences may vary. Recreational cannabis contains THC and is for adults 21+ only in Minnesota. Cannabis can impair your ability to drive or operate machinery. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Tetrahydrocannabinol
The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis. Produces the euphoric effect commonly associated with cannabis. Individual experiences vary.
Cannabidiol
The most studied non-intoxicating cannabinoid. Many consumers report feelings of calm when using CBD products. Individual experiences vary.
Cannabinol
Produced as THC naturally ages over time. Commonly found in products marketed for evening use. Individual experiences vary.
Cannabigerol
Often called the "mother cannabinoid" because other cannabinoids develop from it. Emerging research is studying its properties. Individual experiences vary.
Cannabichromene
A lesser-known cannabinoid currently being studied by researchers. Individual experiences vary.
Scientists continue to identify new cannabinoids - each one adding another layer of understanding to how cannabis interacts with the human body.
Ready to go deeper?
Now that you know what’s inside cannabis, explore how different strain types and terpenes shape the experience.