Understanding THCA: The Precursor to THC
THCA, or tetrahydrocannabinolic acid, acts as the non-psychoactive origin to THC, the famous psychoactive compound present in cannabis. Unlike THC, THCA does not bind to the CB1 receptors in the brain, meaning it lacks the capacity to produce the "high" linked with cannabis use. When heated through methods like smoking or vaping, THCA undergoes a p