Hi,
While doing my research on the web, I came across claims that for skin cancer topical application, it is recommended
to use higher percentage of CBD then THC, and the opposite for internal use. Also there was a recommendation
to apply the CBD reach and the THC reach oils separately (in time), because both compete on some common receptors.
I visited the web site of Aunt Zelda, where they claim they produce their CCO oil using organic Ethanol, but some
how they manage not to destroy the Terpenes of the plant, which I believe are temperature sensitive. Does these claims
make sense? Please comment.
I'd be interested in knowing where you found the information on CBD in topicals for skin cancer. My understanding was that THCa is preferred in topicals to CBD because CBD doesn't perform well as a topical application and THCa will fill many of the functions with inflammation that CBD would. For skin cancer the easiest solution is direct application of CCO with a band aid to protect it, replaced every few days with fresh.
Aunt Zelda's has been insistent from the beginning that their patients are able to use lower doses of the major cannabinoids if dosed separately, with a minimum two hours between. Considering that they've been forerunners in patient data collection and analysis I believe what they're finding. What I don't know is how significantly smaller those doses are, and if it really matters.
It's my understanding that CBD and THC do not, in fact, compete for the same receptors. CBD uses completely different receptors, but it does effect the performance of THC, and it may be in this respect that they're seeing a benefit. Again, how significant? Is it enough to be making the effort? Obviously they believe so.
There are many processes in place in the professional extractions arena that can create oils with terpenes intact. I personally couldn't speak with any authority about any of them, but someone else may chime in. Aunt Zelda's is one of the tops in their field, staffed by some of the most brilliant minds working in canna meds today. I have nothing but respect for everything they say EXCEPTING their open bias against the use of suppositories. I hold to the belief that properly produced suppositories will be effective in the treatment of disease.
Pardon my manners entelechy. I tend to walk through the door working. Lol! to the thread. Anything else we can help you with?