Is THCA Psychoactive?
THCA has become a popular cannabinoid in recent years. But, you may have been seeing mixed information regarding how THCA affects the human body. Is THCA psychoactive, or not? Surprisingly, this is not a super straightforward yes-or-no question. Read on to learn more about THCA, and whether or not you can expect it to get you high.
In the meantime, discover whether THCA is psychoactive or not with our THCA disposable vapes.
What is THCA?
THCA is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in hemp and cannabis. Unlike other, less common cannabinoids like delta 8, THCA is naturally abundant. It’s actually the acidic form of THC. So, you would think it would be psychoactive, right? Not necessarily…
In its raw, original form, THCA is not psychoactive. However, that changes with the addition of heat. Through the process of decarboxylation, when heat is added to THCA, it transforms into the obviously psychoactive THC. This heat can come from a lighter, the oven when you’re prepping your flower to make butter, or a vape.
Decarboxylation
The reason that THCA is not psychoactive in its original form is due to its molecular structure. THCA contains a carboxyl ring which prevents it from attaching to our CB1 receptors. These receptors are part of our endocannabinoid system, and an attachment with these receptors produces a high. No attachment, no high. But, when heat is added to THCA, the carboxyl ring disappears, and the newly formed THC happens to be the perfect shape to attach to these receptors.
THCA and you
In order to experience the not psychoactive version of THCA, you would need to ingest it without the addition of heat. This could be done by grinding up flower into a smoothie, or consuming a specially made tincture. In this form, users essentially reap the benefits of THC without the high. Almost like CBD.
If you’ve ever smoked weed before, then congratulations, you’ve already handled THCA conversion possibly without even knowing it. You can essentially expect the same experience when you use any THCA product involving heat. In terms of potency, post-heat THCA is just as potent as THC, because it is THC. By the time you inhale, the carboxyl ring has disappeared, and you are inhaling THC.
DVNT THCA
So, how can you try THCA from our store? We’re pleased to offer new disposable THCA vapes. Our vapes arrive fully charged, ready to use. Simply unwrap, puff, and go. Choose from indica, sativa, or hybrid to curate your ideal vibe, any time. You can experience the psychoactive joys of THCA in four delicious flavors: Pink Lemonade, Orange Creamsicle, Papaya, and Purple Punch. No matter which you choose, you’ll be enjoying your moment before the high even hits. Like every product in our store, these vapes are lab tested, and we even share the results with you right on our site. Shop smart, shop safe, and stay lit with DVNT.
The bottom line
Raw, unheated THCA will not produce a high. That being said, THCA is psychoactive, provided you add heat. The heat transforms the THCA into the THC that we all know and love. Dive into this familiar high, and see what the hype is about for yourself. If you’re looking to experience the psychoactive side of THCA, then look no further than our THCA disposable vapes. These are arguably the most convenient way to get lit. From our easy online store that works with any schedule, to the ease of a vape that arrives ready to go, you can keep up with everything on your to do list while still enjoying a nice buzz to spice up your routine.