\n(cannabidiol) is one of over 60 active chemical compounds (or \n\u2018cannabinoids\u2019) in the marijuana plant. It\u2019s usually the second-most \nabundant cannabinoid, behind THC.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nMarijuana and hemp are two different varieties of cannabis that come \nfrom the same species of plant (Cannabis sativa L). In general, CBD is \nfound abundantly in both.\n\nHowever, it\u2019s important to note that CBD is typically found in the seeds\n and stem of marijuana \u2013 not in the flowering buds (which is the part \nthat you smoke). The hemp plant is an entirely different strain of \ncannabis that contains high quantities of CBD throughout (stem, buds, \netc), and practically zero traces of THC. If a hemp plant contains more \nthan 0.3% THC, it is then technically a \u201cmarijuana\u201d plant. Most all \nCBD-based products come from the industrial hemp plant.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nTHC affects the brain by binding to naturally-occurring CB-1 receptors \nin the central nervous system. CBD is a differently-shaped molecule that\n binds to CB-2 receptors in cell and body tissues outside the central \nnervous system.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nNo, CBD will not get you high. It\u2019s non-intoxicating. Like we just said \nTHC is the molecule that binds to receptors in our brain and is the one \nresponsible for the psychoactive effects of marijuana.\n\nIn fact, CBD is antagonistic to the marijuana high; some research \nexpresses its potential to prevent THC molecules from binding to the \nbrain\u2019s receptors (hence the reason why it\u2019s often used to subdue the \n\u2018paranoia\u2019 effects of super-potent THC strains).\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nMost CBD products are taken orally via oil drops that are placed under \nthe tongue and held for 60 seconds before swallowing. Topical creams and\n ointments are also effective, as is smoking or vaporizing CBD-rich \nmarijuana strains like ACDC or Charlotte\u2019s Web.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nOther than Charlotte\u2019s Web and ACDC, Harlequin is probably the most \npopular CBD-dominant cannabis. Others include CBD Mango Haze, Blueberry \nEssence, Hawaiian Dream, Sour Tsunami, and Darkstar, just to name a few.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nCBD oil is a liquid cannabis extract that contains virtually pure CBD. \nIt\u2019s commonly made from seeds of the hemp plant (CBD hemp oil) and the \nstem of industrial hemp.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nCBD functions by binding to cannabinoid receptors in the body\u2019s \nendocannabinoid system. These receptors have been found in virtually \nevery cell and tissue type in the human body (hence the seemingly \nendless array of CBD uses).\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nIn states where MMJ is legal, any CBD product (whether it comes from \nhemp or marijuana) is of course perfectly legal. Outside of these \nlegalized states (including shipping from legal to non-legal states), \nthings tend to be a little less clear.\n\nAccording to ProjectCBD.org, \u201cFederal law prohibits U.S. farmers from \ncultivating hemp as a commercial crop, but the sale of imported, \nlow-THC, industrial hemp products is permitted in the United States.\u201d\n\nTechnically, this means that as long as the CBD product (oil, vape, \ntopical, etc) is produced from the seeds and stalk of the industrial \nhemp plant (with less than 0.3% THC), it is permissible to buy, sell, \nand ship across state lines. (However, in articles like 2014\u2019s Farm \nBill, the exact rule seems to be a little less clear).\n\nAll in all, the fact remains that millions of people buy and use CBD \nproducts every day of their lives, and this option is only getting more \npopular and widespread with each passing day.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nYes, CBD is a 100% naturally-occurring chemical compound that comes directly from the cannabis plant. It is\u00a0not<\/strong>\u00a0synthetically made.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n \nNot all marijuana strains have CBD in their flower buds. But yes, every \ncannabis plant (whether it\u2019s marijuana or hemp) will have CBD in the \nstem and seeds.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n \nCO2 extraction is the best method to extract pure CBD isolate, in which \nstate it exists as a clear\/white crystal. This method is preferred over \nother methods because it leaves practically zero traces of chemical \ncontaminants in the end product.\n\nAlcohol extraction is another method, wherein a liquid such as ethanol, \nbutane, or hexane is run through raw plant material to extract the CBD \nand then evaporated to leave only the active cannabinoid. This can be a \ndangerous method because it\u2019s prone to leaving excess traces of the \nbutane or hexane chemicals in the extract.\n\nAlso, infusing vegetable oil (i.e. olive oil) is another effective way \nof extracting CBD. All you do is grind up the raw plant material, \ndecarboxylate (heat) it, and let it sit in boiling (100-deg Celsius) oil\n for about 2 hours.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n \nThe only significant danger\/side effect of the drug is in vaping CBD \noils that were produced using a thinning agent, such as propylene \nglycol. When burned\/vaped, propylene glycol produces formaldehyde, which\n is a known carcinogen. CBD oils produced by CO2 extraction are much \nsafer and purer than oils that were produced with liquid \nalcohol\/thinning agents.\n\nOther than that, most research has concluded that CBD is perfectly safe \nwith no known side effects, though some users have reported drowsiness, \nlightheadedness, low blood pressure, and dry mouth.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n \nAbsolutely! CBD infused oils are a fantastic ingredient to cook with.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n11) DO ALL MARIJUANA STRAINS HAVE CBD?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
12) HOW IS CBD ISOLATED FROM THE CANNABIS PLANT?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
13) ARE THERE SIDE EFFECTS OF USING CBD? IS IT SAFE?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
14) CAN I COOK WITH CBD?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
15) ARE THERE STUDIES ON CBD?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n