CBD is the shortened version of cannabidiol. Cannabidiol is one of over 100 cannabinoids found in plants from the cannabis family, including hemp and marijuana. Hemp is much higher in CBD than marijuana. In fact, all natural CBD products in the UK take their extracts from industrial hemp plants and have no relation whatsoever to marijuana. However, as marijuana and hemp both fall under the cannabis plant family, there’s a common misconception that CBD is a drug. This is entirely false, as CBD has no intoxicating effects whatsoever.

CBD has become increasingly popular across the globe. Many celebrities and sports stars speak publicly about the benefits they’ve felt from using it. For example, these stars include A-listers like Jennifer Aniston, Morgan Freeman, Kim Kardashian, Megan Rapinoe and Rob Gronkowski. CBD products come in many different forms and each person has their own way of using the cannabinoid. These include oils, balms, patches, edibles, drinks, tablets, vape liquids, nasal sprays, and many other options. Some users prefer to use one type of product, while others enjoy using a mix of different product types to achieve their desired results. For example, some people may only use oils, while others may use a combination of edibles, patches, and vape liquids.

All cannabinoids, including CBD, interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system helps maintain homeostasis in the body by playing a role in the regulation of various essential functions, such as sleep, mood, digestion, fertility, and much more. This system was only discovered in the early 1990s due to scientific research into another cannabinoid, THC. THC is the compound that can cause a ‘high’ sensation. While THC can be found in some CBD products, the legal limit of 0.2% means it will never be enough to cause intoxication. Each cannabinoid interacts with the ECS in a different way.