A little-known cannabinoid called THCV can trigger your brain to eat less and avoid greasy, fatty foods. And, no, we’re not talking about the “munchies.” We’re referring to its ability to kick-start appetite in potentially life-threatening situations. Marijuana contains at least 113 cannabinoids and one of them has received newfound attention for its opposite effect — suppressing appetite and potentially improving energy levels. It’s called THCV and it’s similar to THC. The two cannabinoids share psychoactive elements and molecular structure, but their differences have caused intrigue in the scientific community. This positive effect on appetite is predominantly associated with THC, the psychoactive cannabinoid in the cannabis plant.
A little-known cannabinoid called THCV can trigger your brain to eat less and avoid greasy, fatty foods.
Marijuana’s capability as an appetite stimulant is well-documented. And, no, we’re not talking about the “munchies.” We’re referring to its ability to kick-start appetite in potentially life-threatening situations.
Cancer, for instance, can induce adverse metabolic changes in patients, causing them to lose their appetites and tissue in the process, which results...
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