Understanding the basics of the cannabis plant

Photos by Chris Jackson/The Register-HeraldA variety of CBD products available. People are talking about the benefits of CBD. After hearing about CBD on the news or from a friend, you may be interested in learning more. CBD Distributors would like to provide you with the basics to get started. What is CBD? CBD, short for cannabidiol, is found in the cannabis plant. Cannabis is a plant category that includes hemp and marijuana, which means you can get CBD from both hemp and marijuana. CBD isn’t the only cannabinoid found in cannabis; in fact, over 100 cannabinoids have been discovered so far. We are focused on the CBD that comes from hemp: a plant that has been used for centuries by many cultures and does not give a “high.” Who can benefit from taking CBD? CBD is an all-natural product that helps maintain overall health. Research on the potential health benefits of cbd oil is ongoing, so new therapeutic uses for this natural remedy are sure to be discovered. In short, everyone can benefit. What is the endocannabinoid system? We are “hardwired” with a master control system called the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). The ECS is made up of cell receptors that act as messengers, giving your body specific directions on what to do. Some of these messengers are located in the brain and spinal cord. Others are located in immune cells, the gastrointestinal tract and everything outside the brain and spinal cord. The diversity of receptor locations shows just how important they are for day-to-day bodily functions. The ECS helps in regulating: Anxiety, appetite, depression, digestion, immune function, memory, mood, motor control, pain, pleasure and reward, reproduction and fertility, sleep and even temperature regulation. Endocannabinoids are the chemical messengers that tell your body to get these processes moving and when […]

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