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CBD-THC Potentiation Effect

⚗️ Science First mentioned: Ep. 119

The phenomenon where pre-loading with CBD before consuming THC produces a dramatically amplified psychoactive experience, possibly through CB1 receptor upregulation or altered endocannabinoid tone. Distinct from CBD's known modulating effect when taken simultaneously with THC.

Skunkman Sam described dabbing 88:1 CBD oil all day at a cup event, then smoking THC Lemon Kush — got so high he could hardly feel the concrete beneath him. Repeated the experiment: 10-12 dabs of CBD followed by banana OG 70u screened heads, got 'slammed into the farthest reaches of the universe.' Panel debated whether CBD was flushing endocannabinoid receptors or upregulating CB1.

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