Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of over 100 cannabinoids found inside hemp and cannabis plants. Consequently, it is a dominant phytocannabinoid, accounting for up to 40% of the plant extract. Phytocannabinoids are cannabinoids that exist naturally in the hemp plant. Most importantly, these compounds have compelling medical non-psychoactive benefits. Non-psychoactive meaning without making one feel “high”. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the primary psychoactive cannabinoid found in Cannabis which causes the getting “high” sensation.
CBD has become notably popular in the medical Cannabis field of study due to its natural effectiveness against diseases and pain. Extensive research has indicated CBD to be a powerful antioxidant and has the potential to treat multiple inflammatory, autoimmune, and age-related disorders.
Benefits of CBD
CBD is not just another health fad or nutritional supplement. It is about living healthy, not high.
The second most abundant compound in hemp is CBD. CBD works at the level of the system of balance in the body. Studies have shown that CBD helps reduce inflammation, chronic pain, and interacting with neurotransmitters that bind to cannabinoid receptors in your nervous system.
A vast amount of clinical and scientific research of CBD have been shown to offer a broad range of health benefits. A few benefits including the improvement of stress and mood issues, arthritis, pain relief, PTSD, depression, epilepsy, anti-seizure properties, reduces risk of diabetes, ADD & ADHD, Fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, and sleep disorders.
CBD has transformed the view of Cannabis in a phenomenal way!