Auxly Cannabis Group rolls out broad-spectrum cannabinoids encapsulated with omega-rich Ahiflower oil

25 Nov 2020 --- Dosecann, owned by Auxly Cannabis Group, has rolled out Dosecann Capsules, a precision-dosed cannabis product for the Canadian market that combines high-potency, broad-spectrum cannabinoids with omega-rich Ahiflower oil.

Ahiflower oil is marketed by the company as a sustainable, plant-based source of the complete and balanced essential omegas the body needs.

The mixture of cannabinoids and Ahiflower oil is sealed in Lonza’s Licaps Capsugel capsules, which are part of Auxly’s multi-year license with Lonza.

“Balanced, omega-rich Ahiflower oil has proven to be an ideal carrier oil for Dosecann’s refined cannabis resins, which feature the full range of cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids and other phytonutrients found in the cannabis plant,” says Dr. Bob Chapman, chief science officer at Dosecann.

“The resulting capsule formulations offer all the natural qualities of the cannabis and Ahiflower plants in a convenient capsule format.”

“Our innovation team has thoroughly researched and rigorously tested Dosecann Capsules to ensure they are consistent with our guiding principles of quality, safety and efficacy.”

NutritionInsight reached out to Auxly Cannabis Group for a further look into the synergies of omega compounds and cannabinoids.

Airtight, leak-proof and easy to swallow
Dosecann CBD+Ahiflower Oil Capsules are available now at licensed cannabis retailers across Canada.

“Research tells us that consumers are looking for innovative cannabis products in familiar formats that fit their wellness needs and regimens,” says Brad Canario, brand director at Auxly.

Balanced, omega-rich Ahiflower oil has proven to be an ideal carrier oil for Dosecann’s refined cannabis resins. (Credits: Auxly Cannabis Group)

Licaps’ patented technology promotes precise, standardized dosing, a longer shelf-life, and rapid digestion. Airtight and leak-proof, Dosecann Capsules are easy to swallow, odorless and tasteless.

The capsules are available in packages of 30, with each capsule containing 25 mg of CBD, 1 mg of THC and 500 mg of Ahiflower oil.

The per-capsule omega fatty acid composition is approximately 320 mg of omega 3 (104 mg of stearidonic acid [SDA] + 216 mg of alpha-linolenic acid [ADA]), 85 mg of omega 6 (28 mg GLA + 57 mg of linoleic acid [LA]) and 51 mg of omega 9 oleic fatty acid.

In the coming weeks, Dosecann will introduce 1:4 Capsules, with each capsule containing 10 mg of CBD and 2.5 mg of THC. It will also release THC Capsules, with each capsule containing 2.5 mg of THC.

Derived from whole-plant cannabis resin
The cannabinoids in Dosecann Capsules are derived from a whole-plant cannabis resin that preserves the character of the cannabis plant. Through a process of cold-ethanol extraction, this broad-spectrum cannabis resin is further refined and combined with Ahiflower oil.

Ahiflower oil is exclusively available to Auxly for use in cannabis products through a proprietary, multi-year agreement with Nature’s Crops International, a vertically integrated grower and manufacturer of plant-based specialty oils.

By using Ahiflower oil as a carrier, Auxly notes that its Capsules are differentiated from the vast majority of cannabis oil capsules available in the Canadian marketplace, most of which use MCT. 

Benefits of Ahiflower oil
Essential polyunsaturated omega 3-6-9 oils are clinically associated with a range of health benefits, such as improving cardiovascular health, supporting mental health, fighting inflammation and benefiting skin and hair.

Auxly highlights the following list of the unique characteristics of Ahiflower oil, which the company says cannot be attributed to MCT oil:

A source of sustainable, traceable and balanced omega 3-6-9 oil, with a more biologically advanced omega fatty acid composition than any other natural plant-based oil.

Provides an optimal 4:1 ratio of the essential omega 3-6 fatty acids the body needs.

Has been shown in clinical trials to be “safe and well-tolerated,” while increasing the concentrations of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids up to four times more effectively than flaxseed oil.

Unlike flax seed, Ahiflower also contains omega 6 GLA.

Sustainably and regeneratively farmed, non-GMO oilseed crop that does not adversely impact ocean ecosystems. Each acre of Ahiflower produces as much omega-rich oil as 320,000 anchovies, frequently used in fish oil. 

With cannabinoids seeing unprecedented success over the last few years following the easing of government regulations, the potential of this fledgling category is clear. 

In a recent interview, NutritionInsight spoke to Kannalife CEO Dean Petkanas who reflected on a decade of mainstreaming cannabinoid-inspired molecules.

Edited by Benjamin Ferrer