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The Complete Guide to CBD: Benefits, Guidelines & Sources

The Complete Guide to CBD: Benefits, Guidelines & Sources, by John Parrot. Photograph of cannabis leaf by Roberto Valdivia

As CBD grows in popularity, so do questions about its proper use and benefits; this guide explains it all down to help you navigate the confusion

Everyday more and more people change their perception about Cannabis and related products. This is definitely a good thing as marijuana is not simply a recreational drug. Numerous studies have already concluded that the Cannabis plant can provide natural relief for various medical conditions like epilepsy, PTSD, chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, etc. And CBD is where the remedy comes from.

Our complete guide to CBD is just as insightful for active users as it is for beginners. Whether you are an active smoker or have never tried weed before, there is a lot to learn about CBD that can completely change your idea about the plant.

CBD, also known as Cannabidiol is one of the major compounds, that makes up the Cannabis plant (along with THC.). Before proceeding, it is important to understand that unlike THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol), CBD is completely non-psychoactive. CBD can be taken in form of capsules, edibles, vaping and tinctures.

Even though many were and still are skeptical about natural compound like CBD actually treating serious conditions, the facts don’t lie – CBD works. Let’s understand how.

Cannabis, in general, has anti-anxiolytic and anti-inflammatory properties – as, does standalone CBD. CBD cannabinoids interact with receptors in our body to provide natural remedy against stress, anxiety and pain. Cannabidiol is best known for its ability to reduce the frequency and severity of seizures, especially in children.

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