Component of Hemp Plant
In order to answer the question of what is CBD, let’s split ihe marijuana and hemp plant into components.
We are interested in 2 main active ingredients – one of them is tetrahydrocannabinol, or THS. This component is responsible for the high effect when using marijuana.
The second is cannabidiol or CBD. This component has no narcotic effect, and according to the World Health Organization,
“In humans, CBD exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential…. To date, there is no evidence of public health related problems associated with the use of pure CBD “.
Is CBD Safe?
Answering the most common concern, CBD is safe. It will not cause addiction and will not affect your consciousness. However, excessive consumption of CBD can provoke side effects such as nausea, fatigue and irritability.
Benefits of CBD
According to latest research, CBD may help to reduce anxiety, to handle stress, to improve sleep quality – help both with falling asleep and staying asleep. Also CBD can help lower pain and inflammation due to arthritis when applied to skin. Some researchers identify how CBD may inhibit inflammatory and neuropathic pain.
In addition CBD can help lower the level of dependency on tobacco and some of the drugs.
CBD interacts directly with the endocannabinoid system (ECS) – a biological network composed of cannabinoid receptors – to help the body maintain overall health and wellness.
