{"id":1014,"date":"2022-04-12T20:06:03","date_gmt":"2022-04-12T20:06:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bloomnews.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=1014"},"modified":"2025-11-12T19:53:03","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T19:53:03","slug":"how-to-understand-lab-analysis-on-cannabis-product-labels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.bloommarijuana.com\/education\/how-to-understand-lab-analysis-on-cannabis-product-labels\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Understand Lab Analysis on Cannabis Product Labels"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Although the information provided will vary from state to state, we are going to cover the information that is most commonly found on cannabis product labels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s start with an easy one, the name of the company or brand of the cannabis flower or product you\u2019re purchasing. You will want to remember the name if you like it, so you can buy it again – or avoid it if you don’t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cannabis strains are typically categorized as Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, or a hybrid that includes both indica and sativa genetics. Here are some of the effects and characteristics that have been attributed to each:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is important to note that the effects commonly associated with indica and sativa strains will not be the same for everyone. Learn more about how your endocannabinoid system could be the key to unlocking your body\u2019s natural healing power.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds found in the cannabis plant. There are more than 100 distinct cannabinoids identified within cannabis.1<\/sup> Two of the most active and well known include delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD). \u201cTotal THC\u201d and \u201cTotal CBD\u201d amounts listed on product labels for cannabis flower, refer to how much of each will be made available when you smoke or vaporize your flower. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This information is provided to help ensure you are purchasing quality products. It will tell you when the item was harvested (flower), packaged, and the date it might expire, if any. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This one is fairly self-explanatory and will let you know how much you are purchasing. The weight of cannabis flower will usually be listed in grams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This information is important if you\u2019re purchasing products besides cannabis flower, like chocolate, gummies, or beverages. If you are allergic to certain ingredients, you will want to pay close attention to this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on where you live, there will be certain warnings that must appear on cannabis labels. These warnings might include statements like: \u201cMedical cannabis use is for certified patients only.\u201d \u201cDo not use if pregnant or breastfeeding.\u201d Or perhaps, \u201cdo not drive or operate heavy equipment after consuming cannabis.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n This will tell you the name of the company that grew and\/or processed your cannabis. <\/strong>You can usually find their contact information here in case you need to get in touch with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This number provides information on the batch of cannabis harvested or extracted for that product\u2013which can be helpful if there is a product recall. The batch number can also be helpful in determining the potency of the cannabis. Every batch of cannabis is tested for THC and CBD contents and recorded with the batch number so that it can be tracked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Terpenes are highly aromatic compounds naturally produced in plants and herbs like rosemary, lavender, and cannabis\u2013giving them their unique flavor and scents. Terpenes are bioactive and can offer potential health benefits. Information about the terpene profile can be helpful for those looking to maximize certain health benefits of specific terpenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Understanding how to read the information on cannabis product labels is an important first step in finding the cannabis products that are best for you. By identifying the strains with the cannabinoids and terpene profile that work best with your endocannabinoid system, you can enjoy the enhanced quality of life that\u2019s possible with medical marijuana. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The best way to find the strains and products that are best for you and your condition, is to schedule a complimentary one-on-one consultation with a Patient Care Specialist at a Bloom Medicinals<\/a> dispensary near you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Product labels are a great place to start when you want to learn more about the potential benefits and effects of your cannabis. At first glance, all the information on the labels can seem overwhelming. That\u2019s why we\u2019re going to cover the basics to help you understand what it all means. Although the information provided … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1018,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[87],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1014","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-education"],"yoast_head":"\n
Product labels are a great place to start when you want to learn more about the potential benefits and effects of your cannabis. At first glance, all the information on the labels can seem overwhelming. That\u2019s why we\u2019re going to cover the basics to help you understand what it all means.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nName<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strain Type<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sativa Strains:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Indica Strains:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Hybrid Strains:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
In the past, it was generally thought that the effects of different types of cannabis could be determined by whether it was a sativa or indica strain. But more recently, research is showing that the terpenes and cannabinoids found within each strain, and the way they interact with our endocannabinoid system, can be just as important in determining each person\u2019s experience with certain strains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nCBD and THC Content\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>THC is the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana and is what is responsible for providing users with the euphoric, \u201chigh\u201d sensation. CBD, on the other hand, does not produce a psychoactive effect and does not cause users to feel high.
The amount of THC or CBD will typically be represented by quantity (mg) or concentration (mg\/g). For example, for flower and cannabis oil it might be listed as milligrams per gram. For edibles, it might be listed in milligrams or milligrams per unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHarvest, Packaging, and Expiration Dates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Product Weight<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Warning Labels<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Cultivator\/Producer Information<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Batch or Lot Number<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Terpene Profile<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nPutting it All Together for an Enhanced Cannabis Experience\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
1.https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/cannabis-marijuana-and-cannabinoids-what-you-need-to-know#:~:text=The%20main%20cannabinoids%20are%20THC%20and%20cannabidiol%20(CBD)<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"