Understanding THCA: The Precursor to THC
THCA, or tetrahydrocannabinolic acid, acts as the non-psychoactive antecedent to THC, the famous psychoactive compound found in cannabis. Unlike THC, THCA does not connect to the CB1 receptors in the brain, meaning it lacks the capacity to produce the "high" connected with cannabis use. When heated through methods like smoking or vaping, THCA under