Cannabidiol, or CBD is one of many constituents derived from the cannabis or hemp plant, Cannabis sativa. CBD is a popular natural remedy that, like many plants, offers a wide spectrum of benefits without the psychoactive mind-altering effects of THC found in many cannabis strains.
The cannabis plant has an extremely long history of use dating back thousands of years! Some of the reported and studied benefits of CBD include:
Mental Health & Relaxation
Neuroprotective Properties
Pain relief
Heart Health
This article "6 Health Benefits of CBD Oil — and a Look at Side Effects" does a great job diving deeper into the research on the health benefits and potential risks of CBD. So, if you're interested in learning more, I recommend starting there.
These days, CBD is found in thousands of products online and in stores for both topical and internal use. The quality, purity and price vary significantly so many people prefer to make their own products. If you have legal access to the plant where you live and are interested in making your own CBD products, there are several methods to do so. I invite you to check out these two articles about my process of:
DIY CBD oil from a CBD concentrate in the CBD Bible (2021)
DIY tincture making in the Press Democrat Emerald Report (2018)
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