Cannabidiol Definition

Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of at least 113 active cannabinoids that can be identified in cannabis and is considered to have a broad array of potential medical applications. Unlike the main psychoactive substance attributed to producing the well-known effects of cannabis, THC, Cannabidiol does not produce any intoxication or euphoria. Instead, Cannabidiol binds weakly to CB1 receptors of the brain, which largely reduces any psychomotor and psychological effects seen with traditional high THC-containing strains of cannabis. This distinction between CBD and THC has led researchers to continue exploring its many medical benefits since strains can be bred with significantly higher ratios of CBD to THC. Cannabidiol has been found to be useful for treating cases of seizures, inflammation, depression, chronic pain, anxiety, psychosis and nausea while mitigating the negative side effects of THC (short-term memory impairment, paranoia and lethargy).