RSO stands for Rick Simpson Oil, which is a highly potent, full-spectrum cannabis extract. It is made by using a solvent (commonly grain alcohol or ethanol) to extract cannabinoids, terpenes, and other beneficial compounds from the cannabis plant. The oil is often thick, dark in color, and is designed to be taken orally or applied topically. RSO is known for its high THC content, the psychoactive compound in cannabis, and is often associated with potential therapeutic effects such as pain relief and symptom management for conditions like cancer, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy.
Rick Simpson, a Canadian medical marijuana activist and engineer, developed the oil after he claimed it helped treat his own health issues, including skin cancer. RSO typically contains a full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes, allowing for an "entourage effect" where the combined action of these compounds may amplify the oil's therapeutic benefits.
RSO is distinct from CBD oil, as it usually has high THC levels and produces psychoactive effects, whereas CBD is non-psychoactive and aimed at different therapeutic uses. The legality of RSO varies by location depending on local cannabis laws.
