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The five main phytocannabinoids and their medicinal applications.

Cannabis has an incredibly broad medicinal effect. This is due to the many active substances in the plant, each of which has its own specific properties. These substances can be divided into different groups including terpenes, flavonoids and cannabinoids. The latter group consists of more than 100 substances that are similar to substances that our own body also produces.

When our bodies produce them we call them endo- and when they come out of the plant they are phytocannabinoids. These chemicals fit perfectly on receptors that belong to our endocannabinoid system (ECS). A system that plays a role in nerves, stress and restless feelings. It also functions as a natural tranquillizer for a good sleep and a healthy night’s sleep, it plays a role in the formation of the state of mind and the functioning of the nervous system. It also contributes to blood sugar metabolism, plays a role in the skin’s ability to recover, in bone formation (helps bone growth), blood pressure, oxygen transport, stomach function, attenuates mood swings during the menstrual cycle and protects against signs of old age. The endocannabinoid system is important for the normal functioning of the body. It is actually millions of years old from an evolutionary point of view. It has also been found in mammals, fish, urchins and molluscs.

We look at the five most important phytocannabinoids and their medicinal applications.

– Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

The best known (and most notorious) substance in weed is undoubtedly THC. It is also the most common cannabinoid in cannabis. From THC you can get stoned. For opponents of cannabis, the euphoria you get from the plant is reason enough to demonise the plant. Yet THC is anything but bad.

To start with, it stimulates the appetite, better known as the ‘eating kick’. And that is very pleasant for, for example, cancer patients who, thanks to chemotherapy, eat badly or have no appetite for it. THCV is a cannabinoid that is very similar to THC and triggers the same receptors, but reduces the appetite. That is why this substance is good to use for people who are addicted to food or have obesity-related health problems. Think for example of type 2 diabetes.

In addition, more and more is known about the possible tumour inhibiting effect of the substance. Many patients have already successfully treated their tumours with THC weed oil. It also helps against diseases such as: HIV/AIDS, Chronic pain, Multiple sclerosis (MS), Glaucoma, Fibromyalgia, Huntingtons, ALS, Gilles de la Tourette, Sleep apnea.

– Cannabidiol (CBD)

After THC, cannabidiol is definitely the most popular cannabinoid. In the Netherlands there is also almost no drugstore or nature shop where CBD oil is not on the counter. The reason that this substance has become so popular in a short period of time is that it is not psychoactive, but still has a calming effect on the central nervous system. Because of this, the substance is also used more for children than its psychoactive cannabinoid colleague.

CBD has been proven effective in various forms of epilepsy, MS, chronic pain, cancer, anxiety, depression, diabetes, arthritis, Crohn’s disease and various inflammations.

– Cannabinol (CBN)

If cannabis is exposed to too much air or heat, THC oxidizes and becomes CBN. In itself, CBN is slightly psychoactive. But if you combine it with THC, it becomes heavier and produces the well-known ‘couch-lock’ effect. A state of ultimate relaxation (and fatigue) in which simple tasks such as getting off of the couch become major obstacles. Although it can be annoying if you still have things to do, the effect is ideal if you have trouble sleeping. CBN also counteracts nausea and epileptic seizures.

– Cannabigerol (CBG)

CBG is actually a building block for the cannabinoids THC and CBD, it is their precursor. The substance itself is more common in industrial hemp than in weed. Because in industrial hemp it is not converted to THC and only partly to CBD. Nowadays, seed makers also select this substance for its antibacterial and anti-tumour properties. Cannabigerol also helps lower eye pressure in glaucoma patients, reduce nausea, reduce anxiety and treat gastrointestinal problems such as irritable bowel syndrome.

– Cannabichromene (CBC)

In many types of weed, CBC is the most common cannabinoid – next to THC. It is not psychoactive but helps to relieve pain, inhibit tumor growth and stimulate bone and brain cell growth. CBC also improves your mood and has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties.

As mentioned before, there are more than 100 cannabinoids in the plant, and this is only the tip of the iceberg.

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joppe jaap busscher
joppe jaap busscher
16:40 08 May 20
Awesome place. Great variety of weed and good quality. Price is also good! Great staff, easygoing, friendly ! Nice atmosphere and good music. Would recommend this place for sure and will be visiting again soon.
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Rocío Echeverría
12:56 13 Mar 20
Not much options but the overall quality solid enough
Volkan Devran
Volkan Devran
02:20 12 Mar 20
They have changing selection of marijuana which is nice if you go there frequently. You can also get edibles there which do in fact work unlike in some other coffee shops, and they taste great both hash brownie or marijuana infused vanilla muffin. 4 stars because its always packed, never had a chance to sit down and roll one on the spot with my buddies. Overall not the best, not the worst, average smoker won't be dissatisfied.read more
Andis Savickis
Andis Savickis
15:14 28 Jan 20
Good coffeeshop for takeaway with a nice counter and plenty on offer, not as good as the rest in town for sitting down due to a slight lack of space and a good atmosphere.
Sil Faber
Sil Faber
20:18 19 Jan 20
Cause cashier`s in rokade very nice
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taha plays
11:42 02 Jan 20
Wow, apart from great weed, one of the nicest staff ever. One of my friend got a bad trip (first time smoker), the staff figured it out and were very helpful. It was quite a mess by friend but they handled it sportily. I would recommend this place to anyone who is visiting Hengelo.read more
Akash Trivedi
Akash Trivedi
21:55 28 Dec 19
Best one in Hengelo..so far
Branko Rodic
Branko Rodic
21:13 03 Dec 19
Probably the best coffee shop in the world
Yan Bemberis
Yan Bemberis
23:01 05 Nov 19
Awesome service, great bud, chill out area was a little meh
Alex Popa
Alex Popa
13:29 03 Oct 19
Very nice place. Always good and fresh stuff. Nice and professional service. Frequent exchange of products.As for me, there are no objections, except for these few pluses. See you soon.
Pawel Zblewski
Pawel Zblewski
18:28 27 Sep 19
One of the best shops near the whole border (GER-NL). The Staff is always friendly, smiles and there are even monitors for the different strain types! I can HIGHly recommend the Space Cakes.
Mento Miller
Mento Miller
13:27 29 Aug 19
Great people work there
Milan Pavlovic
Milan Pavlovic
07:20 05 Aug 19
Very good weed👍👌👌
Sil_ve_stris
Sil_ve_stris
14:38 21 Jul 19
Great place to hang out and play some games! The staff is also very friendly and knows about there product.
olaf ten have
olaf ten have
18:40 14 Jul 19
Great place to hang out and play some games! The staff is also very friendly and knows about there product.
olaf ten have
olaf ten have
18:40 14 Jul 19
Fanstastic place with bar also. You are paying only for products
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Władysław Babula
10:43 17 May 19
Great place, board games, snacks and music
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paulo sanchez baez
22:44 29 Apr 19
Good music, tasty weed, great service. ;) Nice place to seat for a long while.
Marian Opinia
Marian Opinia
12:14 28 Apr 19
Good music, tasty weed, great service. ;) Nice place to seat for a long while.
Marian Opinia
Marian Opinia
12:14 28 Apr 19
Friendly staff. Not my kind of place to sit and have a nice time. Needs more air circulation
Tendzin S
Tendzin S
14:48 11 Apr 19
Please bring critical back!!!! Otherwise all is hip
Siddhartha Gupta
Siddhartha Gupta
22:23 28 Mar 19
Good place nice atmosphere. And a lot of choice
Janusz m
Janusz m
07:23 09 Mar 19
I always use 'Rokade' when passing through hengelo. Best price v quality bar none in the area 😄 Popping in wednesday on my way too stockholm 😏
Danielle Payne
Danielle Payne
10:00 29 Dec 18
Damn good weed, friendly people. Buying there since few years. 10/10
Lukasz Konieczny
Lukasz Konieczny
14:54 07 Nov 18
Very chill and interiors are quite trippy. Lack a bit of strain variety.
Ricardo Hernández
Ricardo Hernández
10:03 30 Sep 18
Awesome atmosphere , good qualitat stuff and super place. Recommend.
Ann Marie
Ann Marie
07:32 03 Sep 18
Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff :-)
Bancos Leonard
Bancos Leonard
11:04 25 Aug 18
Best coffeeshop I've been to in the Netherlands. Super friendly and helpful crew. Good vibes all around
L T
L T
21:50 08 Jun 18
Very good amnesia and k2:) good prices:)
slepak312
slepak312
11:19 28 Mar 18
I always use 'Rokade' when passing through hengelo. Best price v quality bar none in the area 😄
Danielle Payne
Danielle Payne
12:27 23 Mar 18
Good weed, they give some gifts... super
Heinrichas Pelanis
Heinrichas Pelanis
12:47 17 Mar 18
Cool place, friendly staff, good product.. What more can you ask for? 🤙
Thomas Hundley
Thomas Hundley
07:48 23 Feb 18
Still got my roaches.. great smoke relaxed atmosphere
jaxon sixfootsix
jaxon sixfootsix
23:16 10 Dec 17
Very nice,very safe. People who work there are very well informed and speak English Dutch and German very well. All there stuff is tested in a lab and is guaranteed safe. Lots of drinks and snacks available. They also have edibles.
comegetsomebeer
comegetsomebeer
06:30 14 Sep 17
Chill and peaceful place, you can talk with everyone without a problem.
Kamil Sosna
Kamil Sosna
12:17 16 Aug 17
Nice atmosphere, great waiter, good quality goods. I was there and had a great time. I recommend heartily
Łukasz Gocal
Łukasz Gocal
19:06 11 Aug 17
Perfect! Great buds in a perfect quality. Normal prices and very friendly stuff. This is one of the best shops in the whole netherlands! Keep going strong, thanks for your awesome work!
Firma Chevallier
Firma Chevallier
18:55 18 Apr 17
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