People around the world nowadays, consume more and more Cannabidiol (CBD) oil products. We can find CBD oil produced with different types of oils as carriers for CBD. Cannabidiol (CBD), ECS and its synergy with extra virgin Olive Oil Currently on the market 2 types of oil are being used broadly : the first one […]
The Endocannabinoid System ( ECS ) has been uncovered about twenty years ago after the discovery of Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) , its synthesis and specific mode of action (psychoactivity) ( Mechoulam 1964) ,the discovery of the cannabinoid receptors CB1 (Howlett 1986) and CB2 (Munro 1993) and the identification of the 2 ligands Anandamide (AEA Devane […]
Alpha-CAT extend its product range by offering you some new CBD oils concentrated at 10%. We want to make sure everyone has access to high-quality CBD whatever their needs. These oils are produced with always the same high and strict standards. Pesticide-free premium oils grown in Europe. As usual, each extraction includes the full spectrum of […]
A new combination of phyto cannabinoids devoid of psychoactive effects is starting to interest research, it is the combination of CBD and CBG. Phyto cannabinoids (molecules that are found especially in the plant Cannabis sativa L.) act on our endocannabinoid system in their own way. One will focus on the key, the other on […]
CBG, or cannabigerol, is usually found in low concentrations in hemp (often less than 1%), which is why it is commonly referred to as a “minor cannabinoid”. It is therefore not surprising that cannabigerol (CBG) is not highlighted, unlike its well-known counterparts THC and CBD. Nevertheless, the more research advances the more we realize that […]
Why using cannabinoids for chronic pain ? Phytocannabinoids have been extensively used throughout history for various therapeutic purposes, particularly analgesic. However, the cannabinoid circuitry is relatively young, with only 20 years since its first characterization by the pioneering studies of Raphael Mechoulam, whose discoveries conveyed these chemicals from traditional home remedies to pharmacological investigation. […]
CBD’s sum up ! Here at Alpha-CAT we came up with an infographic which sums up a few things to know about CBD : What is CBD When and how to use it A summary table to help you define how to begin with your dosage (specific to our products) Feel free to share […]
For patients and even for physicians, it is always come to an issue when it’s time to deal with how to dose CBD and how to begin with a correct dosing in relation with our condition. Here a few tips to help you though this journey ! Dosage Guideline Despite those difficulties and thanks to […]
Interview with the Master on the Vegas Cannabis magazine ! Very interesting interview with Jorge Cervantes about the futur of cannabis industry. Answering the question : “Is there a cannabis product you would like to see on more shelves of dispensaries? And why?” Jorge Cervantes answers : “Inexpensive cannabis testing kits. One company, https://www.alpha-cat.org/, makes a […]
Alpha-CAT was honnored to make its voice heard in Spain ! We had the oppotunity to share our vision about the relation between our work and cannabis industry/community, with the famous spanish magazine CANNAhabla. CANNAhabla is a monthly magazine whose goal is to study cannabis in all its forms and inform people. The words of Sebastien […]
Alpha-Cat in 3 Capital Cities! June was an active time for our Alpha-Cat Crew ! We have started the month in Warsaw with a presence at ‘Targ Konopny’. Polish hemp market is starting to develop very fast, and events like this help cannabis producers and hemp products distributors presented their brand to the public. Straight […]
The recognized European standard has finally arrived to Poland! MILLION MARIJUANA MARCH – KRAKOW We have launched our products on the Polish market and we have taken part in the most important events of the year! Starting with a Million Marijuana March in Krakow, we have presented our brand to the public for the […]
There are probably hundreds of ways to consume marijuana. If you break down the various methods by tool used, that is. You can smoke it, vaporize it, eat it, drink it, and even rub it on your skin. Below we’ve come up with fifteen different ways to consume cannabis. Which have you tried? Which is […]
Famous personality of cannabis culture Tommy Chong. One of the conference guests | Source: ICBC Germany is not only one of the most powerful economic players in Europe, it is also holding a leading position in research and promotion of the therapeutic use of cannabis. The main goal is to change global attitudes towards cannabis and […]
CannaTech is taking place annually in the heart of innovation – the city where research and interest in hemp is developing dramatically. Tel Aviv – the capital of Israel – aims to break stereotypes and to shift conventional thinking on hemp. It is also main player in setting new trends and insights in this business. Cannatech Crew; Source: CannaTech CannaTech is showing the entire […]
The biggest cannabis event in Europe, with its original name in Spanish “Spannabis Feria del Cáñamo” was held in the March (10th – 12th) in Barcelona. Spannabis attracts huge amount of people, for which it is an amazing place to discover everything going on in the world of cannabis. Weedmaps stand on Spannabis 2017; Source: […]
10th of the March 2017. The very first day of Spannabis fair is dedicated to special event XII Spannabis Champions Cup. Alpha-CAT is proud sponsor, so we’re glad to bring you more information about it. Strains are categorized in five different groups – Extractions, Resins, Interior Hydroponics, Interior Bio, Exterior – then we get 5 winners of the […]
Alpha-CAT is proud sponsor of the Weedmaps SK8/Surf Tour – 1st international cannabis action sport tour in Europe (held in Portugal/Spain from 2nd – 13th of March). You can follow this event across all social media, where pictures and videos by famous skaters and surfers are shared with main hashtag #RoadToSpannabis. This road to cannabis fair Spannabis includes 6 […]
During the Annual Czech Trade show called Cannafest, the magazine Legalizace will be hosting the HarvestFest 2016. The party will be held during the weekend on Saturday November 12th, stops over at La Fabrika club, where the event will take place. The Hemp Harvest Festival This first year of HarvestFest, it will be the opportunity to […]
New Dawn, New Day: Sunday to Mighty Jamaica We were welcomed by Kim from Mighty Jamaica, who is running a mobile dispensary for tourists in Negril. She knows where to find the right Ganja Remedy. Set atop a nice garden on a roof top, as she look up education to teach farmers to improve their Grade. […]
Sebastien Beguerie Lands in Kingston Town As I arrive on Monday at the Norman Manley airport in Kingston, Ras Kalheb Selassie known as the original Ital Steam Chalice maker was there to welcome me, as we made our first stop to get fresh Coconut water juice and jelly… What a refreshment after 10 hours of […]
CBD is a molecule present in Cannabis which has multiple therapeutic virtues. In Chinese medicine, Cannabis has been used for thousands of years to cure many diseases. Unfortunately, most patients are very poorly informed about this plant because there are no accredited doctors specialized in this type of treatment. After an extensive search, the alpha-CAT […]
The Alpha-CAT team lead by Sebastien recently went to the 13th annual European Industrial Hemp Association, which took place in Cologne, Germany. The conference not only included participants from European nations, but also Cannabis industry representatives from every other continent, except Antarctica. There was a total of 320 participants from 42 countries. The number is […]
Over the past 10 years, the Cannabis industry has been moving very fast; from underground initiatives to legitimate and effective companies, NGO, and the like. It has created a billion-dollar industry with millions of Cannabis users, for medical and recreational purposes around the world. As a scientist involved in the grassroots movement since 2006, I […]
Cannabinoids and the Endocannabinoid System A little piece of history In 1964 Raphael Mechoulam and Yechiel Gaoni opened a new perspective to marijuana, publishing the structure of Tetrahydrocannabiol (THC). After this, researchers as well as consumers of marijuana start to be more interested in microstructure of cannabis and its influence on our body. In the mid-1980s chemist found […]
