S5, E5 - Weight Loss & CBD

About this episode

This episode discusses the emerging science of CBD and weight loss, focusing on the compound THCV and its effects.

Regarding weight loss and CBD, the science is emerging and much of what we know is exciting, but we are not there yet. In this episode we talk with our panel of experts, pharmacists Doug Burgoyne and Jeff Dunn, and our chemist Blake Smith about CBD and weight loss. More specifically the chemical compound THCV, or tetrahydrocannabivarin. THCV has been shown to exhibit neuroprotective activity, appetite suppression, glycemic control and reduced side effects compared to THC, m...

People in this episode

Guests: Doug Burgoyne, Jeff Dunn, Blake Smith

Topics covered

• weight loss
• CBD
• THCV
• appetite suppression
• glycemic control
• neuroprotective activity

Keywords

• weight loss
• CBD
• THCV
• appetite suppression
• glycemic control
• neuroprotective

Mentioned in this episode

Products: CBD, THCV, THC

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