{"dataset":"Good Herb Bodega TV — Cannabis & Medical Marijuana Knowledge Base","version":"1.0.0","updated":"2026-07-17","license":"Free to cite and reference with attribution to Good Herb Bodega TV.","disclaimer":"Educational information only. This is not medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently. Consult a licensed healthcare professional and follow all local laws.","counts":{"cannabinoids":6,"terpenes":7,"medical":6,"methods":4,"glossary":10},"topics":["cannabinoids","terpenes","medical","methods","glossary"],"dataFreshness":{"generatedAt":"2026-09-10T05:47:43.081Z","timezone":"UTC","updateFrequency":"versioned","recommendedPollSeconds":604800,"cacheTtlSeconds":86400,"live":false,"lastModified":"2026-07-17T00:00:00.000Z","note":"This response was generated at request time. Underlying data updates versioned. Re-fetch about every 10080 minute(s) for the freshest view."},"data":{"cannabinoids":[{"id":"thc","name":"THC","fullName":"Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol","psychoactive":true,"summary":"The primary intoxicating cannabinoid in cannabis, responsible for the classic euphoric 'high'. Binds strongly to CB1 receptors in the central nervous system.","commonlyExploredFor":["appetite","nausea","pain","mood","sleep"],"notes":"Potency is often expressed as a THC percentage of dry flower weight. Effects vary with dose, tolerance, and individual chemistry."},{"id":"cbd","name":"CBD","fullName":"Cannabidiol","psychoactive":false,"summary":"A non-intoxicating cannabinoid widely studied for its calming and balancing properties. Often used to temper the intensity of THC.","commonlyExploredFor":["anxiety","inflammation","seizure activity","relaxation"],"notes":"The first cannabis-derived compound approved by regulators in some jurisdictions for specific seizure disorders."},{"id":"cbg","name":"CBG","fullName":"Cannabigerol","psychoactive":false,"summary":"Known as the 'mother cannabinoid' because CBGA is the chemical precursor from which THC, CBD, and CBC are formed. Usually present in small amounts.","commonlyExploredFor":["focus","inflammation","digestive comfort"],"notes":"Increasingly bred into specialty high-CBG cultivars."},{"id":"cbn","name":"CBN","fullName":"Cannabinol","psychoactive":false,"summary":"A mildly psychoactive cannabinoid formed as THC ages and oxidizes. Popularly associated with sedation and rest.","commonlyExploredFor":["sleep","relaxation"],"notes":"Aged or improperly stored cannabis tends to contain more CBN."},{"id":"thcv","name":"THCV","fullName":"Tetrahydrocannabivarin","psychoactive":true,"summary":"A cannabinoid that can produce a clear, energetic effect. At low doses it is often described as appetite-suppressing, in contrast to THC.","commonlyExploredFor":["energy","appetite control","focus"],"notes":"Common in some African and sativa-leaning landrace genetics."},{"id":"cbc","name":"CBC","fullName":"Cannabichromene","psychoactive":false,"summary":"A non-intoxicating cannabinoid studied as part of the 'entourage effect', where cannabinoids and terpenes work together.","commonlyExploredFor":["mood","inflammation"],"notes":"Rarely dominant, usually present alongside other cannabinoids."}],"terpenes":[{"id":"myrcene","name":"Myrcene","aroma":["earthy","musky","clove"],"alsoFoundIn":["mango","hops","thyme"],"reportedEffects":["relaxing","sedating"],"commonlyExploredFor":["sleep","relaxation"]},{"id":"limonene","name":"Limonene","aroma":["citrus","lemon","orange"],"alsoFoundIn":["citrus rind","juniper","peppermint"],"reportedEffects":["uplifting","mood-boosting"],"commonlyExploredFor":["mood","stress"]},{"id":"pinene","name":"Pinene","aroma":["pine","fresh forest","herbal"],"alsoFoundIn":["pine needles","rosemary","basil"],"reportedEffects":["alerting","clarity"],"commonlyExploredFor":["focus","memory"]},{"id":"caryophyllene","name":"Caryophyllene","aroma":["peppery","spicy","woody"],"alsoFoundIn":["black pepper","cloves","cinnamon"],"reportedEffects":["calming","soothing"],"commonlyExploredFor":["inflammation","stress"]},{"id":"linalool","name":"Linalool","aroma":["floral","lavender"],"alsoFoundIn":["lavender","mint","cinnamon"],"reportedEffects":["calming","relaxing"],"commonlyExploredFor":["anxiety","sleep"]},{"id":"humulene","name":"Humulene","aroma":["hoppy","earthy","woody"],"alsoFoundIn":["hops","coriander","basil"],"reportedEffects":["grounding"],"commonlyExploredFor":["appetite control","inflammation"]},{"id":"terpinolene","name":"Terpinolene","aroma":["fruity","floral","herbal"],"alsoFoundIn":["apples","cumin","lilac"],"reportedEffects":["uplifting","fresh"],"commonlyExploredFor":["mood","creativity"]}],"medical":[{"id":"chronic-pain","wellnessArea":"Chronic Pain","summary":"One of the most commonly cited reasons patients pursue medical cannabis programs. THC and CBD are frequently explored together for their complementary properties.","commonlyAssociatedCannabinoids":["thc","cbd","cbc"],"commonlyAssociatedTerpenes":["caryophyllene","myrcene"],"researchStatus":"Active clinical interest; evidence varies by condition."},{"id":"sleep","wellnessArea":"Sleep & Rest","summary":"Cultivars and products rich in myrcene, linalool, and CBN are popularly associated with winding down and restful sleep.","commonlyAssociatedCannabinoids":["cbn","thc"],"commonlyAssociatedTerpenes":["myrcene","linalool"],"researchStatus":"Growing research interest; individual response varies."},{"id":"anxiety-stress","wellnessArea":"Anxiety & Stress","summary":"Lower-THC, higher-CBD balances are commonly explored for calm without heavy intoxication. Very high THC can increase anxiety in some people.","commonlyAssociatedCannabinoids":["cbd","cbg"],"commonlyAssociatedTerpenes":["linalool","limonene","caryophyllene"],"researchStatus":"Nuanced; dose-dependent and highly individual."},{"id":"appetite-nausea","wellnessArea":"Appetite & Nausea","summary":"THC is well known for stimulating appetite ('the munchies') and is studied in the context of nausea related to certain treatments.","commonlyAssociatedCannabinoids":["thc"],"commonlyAssociatedTerpenes":["myrcene"],"researchStatus":"Established area of clinical study for specific indications."},{"id":"inflammation","wellnessArea":"Inflammation","summary":"CBD, CBG, and the terpene caryophyllene are frequently discussed for their potential role in supporting the body's inflammatory response.","commonlyAssociatedCannabinoids":["cbd","cbg","cbc"],"commonlyAssociatedTerpenes":["caryophyllene","humulene"],"researchStatus":"Preclinical and early clinical interest."},{"id":"focus-mood","wellnessArea":"Focus & Mood","summary":"Pinene and limonene-forward, often sativa-leaning cultivars are popularly associated with daytime clarity and an uplifted mood.","commonlyAssociatedCannabinoids":["thcv","cbg"],"commonlyAssociatedTerpenes":["pinene","limonene","terpinolene"],"researchStatus":"Largely anecdotal; formal research emerging."}],"methods":[{"id":"inhalation","name":"Inhalation (flower / vaporizer)","onset":"Seconds to minutes","duration":"1-3 hours","summary":"Fast-acting because cannabinoids enter the bloodstream through the lungs. Vaporizing heats below combustion, reducing smoke."},{"id":"edibles","name":"Edibles","onset":"30-120 minutes","duration":"4-8 hours","summary":"Slow onset and long duration. THC is converted in the liver to a more potent metabolite, so 'start low and go slow' is the golden rule."},{"id":"tinctures","name":"Sublingual tinctures","onset":"15-45 minutes","duration":"2-6 hours","summary":"Drops held under the tongue absorb through oral tissue, offering more predictable dosing than edibles."},{"id":"topicals","name":"Topicals","onset":"Varies","duration":"Localized","summary":"Balms and lotions applied to the skin for localized comfort. Non-transdermal topicals typically do not cause intoxication."}],"glossary":[{"term":"Indica","definition":"A traditional category popularly associated with relaxing, body-heavy effects."},{"term":"Sativa","definition":"A traditional category popularly associated with uplifting, cerebral effects."},{"term":"Hybrid","definition":"A cross of indica and sativa genetics, balancing traits from both."},{"term":"Entourage Effect","definition":"The theory that cannabinoids and terpenes work better together than in isolation."},{"term":"Terpenes","definition":"Aromatic compounds that give cannabis its smell and may shape its effects."},{"term":"Cannabinoids","definition":"The active chemical compounds in cannabis, such as THC and CBD."},{"term":"Trichomes","definition":"The frosty resin glands on cannabis flower where cannabinoids and terpenes are produced."},{"term":"Decarboxylation","definition":"Heating cannabis to activate cannabinoids like THC from their acidic precursors."},{"term":"Full-spectrum","definition":"An extract that preserves the plant's full range of cannabinoids and terpenes."},{"term":"Microdosing","definition":"Taking very small, controlled doses to get subtle effects."}]}}