Methods
There's no shortage of extraction methods, and new approaches are born every year. We cover everything from traditional steam distillation and solvent extraction to modern approaches like SFE and microwave-assisted methods. Each method is evaluated for its efficiency, selectivity, and scalability. Here's your deep dive into how these methods work, their applications in different sectors, and the latest research findings that prove (or disprove!) their effectiveness.
Improving the Oral Bioavailability of Cannabidiol
Because of their lipophilicity, which is clearly a problem in aqueous environments like our bodies, and their first-pass metabolism, the...
CBD Beverages: Ways to Make Cannabinoids Water-Soluble
Cannabidiol (CBD)-infused beverages are becoming more popular than ever. When feeling better is as easy as having a glass of...
Hemp Seed Oil Extraction: Propane vs. Supercritical Carbon Dioxide
Most extractors of Cannabis sativa L. are familiar with the phytochemical potential of feminized flowers. But cannabis/hemp seeds are treasures...
Supercritical CO2 Extraction Strategies
Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) do not occur in large amounts in raw cannabis — these neutral forms must be...
Optimal Condition of Cannabis Maceration for Cannabidiol and Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabinol Content
Temperature and time are two key elements of maceration that are tightly entwined with cannabis extraction efficiency, as defined by...