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Empathica products are formulated by a Clinical Herbalist with 30 years of experience, recognizing plant medicine as complex and essentially intelligent by nature. We simultaneously apply our expertise in lab extraction methodologies and use science as a tool for understanding to produce sophisticated, plant-sourced, premium products with a nuanced attention to detail.
A little something for everyone.
It wasn't long ago that modern medicine didn't know about the endocannabinoid system and its crucial role in affecting homeostasis and cellular balance in the bodies of all animals. While there are other plants that interact with and support the endocannabinoid system, we have one extraordinary plant that is lush with constituents that dovetail through various locks-and-keys and profoundly impact the successful choreography of biochemicals in our bodies. The endocannabinoid system is most pronounced in its regulation of brain and nervous system functions, and immune related functions.
It has an impact on sleep, mood, appetite, learning, memory, body temperature, inflammation, pain, hormones, and the reproductive system.
Whether you conceive of herbalism scientifically, from a systems biology and interactive phytoconstituent approach, or have an overarching confidence in traditional languages of medicine and the intelligence of nature- our offerings are simultaneously aligned with all of these principles of extraction and formulation.
We've been working with people who seek health and wellness with plant-sourced nutrients and medicinals for over 30 years.
cbd, cbg, and cbdv. What's the difference?
cbd
CBD is the abbreviation for cannabidiol, which is a cannabinoid that does not interact strongly with CB1 and CB2. This is why CBD does not cause psychoactive effects. At its most basic level, CBD works by inhibiting the breakdown of endocannabinoids, resulting in an overall increase in your body’s naturally-produced cannabinoids. In other words, CBD helps your body to work better, and helps your bodily systems function more effectively.
cbg
CBG, or cannabigerol, is a cannabinoid with known benefits that works particularly well when combined with CBD. It is often called the “mother of cannabinoids,” since all cannabinoids begin as cannabigerol before converting into other cannabinoids as the plant matures.
Unlike CBD, it binds with CB1 and CB2, like THC, but without causing psychoactive effects. In fact, because it does bind to these receptors, it can reduce the cognitive effects of THC or adjust the effects to allow for greater mental acuity.
cbdv
CBDv appears to interact with the human body similarly CBD, but with crucial distinctions. Compared to CBD, CBDv has greater affinity for certain neuroreceptors and lesser affinity for others. CBDv primarily binds to the neuroreceptors TRPV1, TRPV2, and TRPA1 – key receptors that regulate fundamental body processes, such as inflammation, temperature sensing, and pain perception. Notably, CBDv shows much higher affinity for GABA neuroreceptors than CBD, potentially resulting in CBDv providing meaningful benefit in cases of GABA signaling issues.