Cannabidiol or CBD is derived from the cannabis sativa plant. The compound has many potential benefits including the ability to reduce pain and inflammation. CBD containing other compounds such as THC is not legal in many states. However pure CBD containing less than 0.3% THC is legal under federal law.
The Popular Compounds From Cannabis Plant
CBD and THC are two of the popular compounds derived from the cannabis sativa plant. THC can have psychoactive effects on its users, wherein they feel a state of euphoria after consuming the compound. THC may also lead to addiction and may lead to further complications. CBD is known to be non-addictive and non-psychoactive. It is considered safe to be used as a therapeutic medicine for many illnesses.
CBD is derived from the hemp plant that contains none or trace amounts of THC, making it ideal for the extraction of pure CBD. THC is extracted from the marijuana plant containing a high concentration of the compound. Selective breeding of the cannabis plant to contain more THC has been in practice for decades, resulting in plants rich in the compound THC.
Beneficial Effects Of CBD Therapy
CBD has many claimed benefits when used in patients with mild or severe illnesses. Pain, inflammation, gastric issues, heart problems, etc. are just a few of the conditions that can benefit from the long-term use of CBD-infused products. The right dosage of CBD that would work may vary considerably from one person to another. The patient’s body type, weight, biochemistry and tolerance to CBD are some factors contributing to the effectiveness of their CBD therapy,
Benefits Of THC Therapy
THC is considered as effective as CBD in treating many medical conditions such as mental disorders. The drawback of THC is its psychoactive and addictive properties. These characteristics make THC to be used more for recreational purposes than medical purposes. THC can be used in trace amounts in CBD products to enhance the effectiveness of CBD. No scientific proof has been produced in this regard and such claims should always be taken with a pinch of salt. The best bet to decide which one of the compounds is best suited for your expectations is to talk to your primary care physician or a medical expert in the area.
Both CBD and THC are known to be beneficial to the health of users. But the nonaddictive nature of CBD makes it a safer, legal and more popular compound.