What is 'CBD'?



CBD stands for Cannabidiol – a compound that occurs in large quantities in the plant hemp .

For many generations, hemp has been used to support human health. In recent years there has been a resurgence of its use due to its various medicinal properties.

Cannabis Sativa is the botanical name of the hemp plant, which is a member of the Cannabaceae family. Cannabidiol is just one of the above The 100 natural phytocannabinoids found in this type of cannabis.

Cannabidiol is the main active ingredient in popular CBD products, where the powerful natural ingredients are extracted from hemp and used to create oils, capsules, extracts, suppositories, food and cosmetic products.

In the 1990s, a research team led by Prof. Raphael Meshulam (generally recognized as the father of cannabis research) discovered what later became known as the Endocannabinoid System (ECS).

Scientists believe that the compound cannabidiol has the potential to help maintain internal balance in the body by interacting with ECS. This system helps control various functions and systems in the body, such as appetite, mood, immune response, pain and sleep .

WHAT IS CBD USED FOR?

The enormous benefits of CBD are expressed in its ability to create balance, through promoting the production of endocannabinoids (which are produced in each of us).

Research by scientists shows that cannabidiol creates inner harmony, helps maintain daily health and a general sense of well-being.
Want to learn more about the effects of cannabidiol? Explore more about the benefits of CBD.

WHAT DOES CBD DO?



Cannabidiol interacts with the body through a complex network of cannabinoid receptors, which are part of the ECS. This extensive internal system controls basic daily functions such as appetite, mood and sleep . When these receptors are stimulated, they help the body make its own molecules called endocannabinoids .

But what are these? endocannabinoids? These are compounds that occur naturally in almost all living things. Endocannabinoids are produced in the body and phytocannabinoids are compounds found in plants!

When it comes to CBD oil , many may wonder if hemp and marijuana are they the same? The answer to this question is "NO"!

Hemp and marijuana are derived from 2 different types of cannabis - Cannabis Sativa and Cannabis Indica. And their properties are very different.

Hemp (Cannabis sativa)
The term "hemp" is generally used to describe non-psychotropic forms of cannabis cultivated for agricultural and industrial use!

Hemp is a name used to describe Cannabis Sativa. It has long stems, thin leaves and only traces of the psychotropic compound tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) , 0.2% or less . This form of cannabis is known for its high content of cannabidiol (which is not psychotropic ) and its low (THC) content.

Marijuana (Cannabis Indica)
"Marijuana," on the other hand, is a term used to describe Cannabis Indica, which contains high levels of THC. It is a component of cannabis that is psychotropic and produces the feeling of euphoria and "high" (which are most commonly associated with marijuana). The latter contains large amounts of THC, which can reach up to 40% . Cannabis that contains these higher levels of THC is mainly grown for recreational and medicinal use.

How does CBD work in depth?

Biosynthesis, degradation and receptor binding of AEA (arachidonoyl ethanolamine = anandamide), 2-AG, OEA (oleoyl ethanolamine) and PEA (pamitoyl ethanolamine).

AEA, PEA, and OEA are synthesized from membrane phospholipids by N-acylphosphatidyl ethanolamine-specific phospholipase D (NAPE-PLD). PEA and OEA do not bind to CB1, but they enhance the activity of AEA at Transient receptor potential channels of vanilloid type-1 (TRPV1).

AEA, PEA, and OEA are degraded by Fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH), and thus OEA and PEA can increase AEA levels, either by competing with AEA for FAAH (mainly OEA) or by repressing FAAH expression (mainly PEA).

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a non-psychotropic constituent of cannabis that activates Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs) and TPRV1 and inhibits FAAH.

WHAT IS FULL SPECTRUM CBD?

Hemp is not only a rich source of cannabidiol, but also contains other phytocannabinoids, which have additional health benefits!
To get the best out of hemp, full spectrum extracts must be used! There are many more compounds than just cannabidiol that also have beneficial properties, such as CBN, CBG, CBC, CBDa and others.

The presence of a wealth of cannabinoids and other ingredients such as terpenes, flavonoids and waxes, creates the so-called "Environment effect" (entourage effect). With it, all the different ingredients work in synergy, so the resulting effect is significantly greater! It can be figuratively compared to the effect of an opera singer and the whole chorus.

WILL YOU "GET HIGH" FROM CBD?

Cannabidiol is 100% non-psychotropic , meaning it does not have any mind-altering effects (like THC). The side effects associated with THC are euphoria, "high", slow reactions, sleepiness or fogginess.

Choosing CBD products derived from hemp ensures that you will have THC under 0.2%! For all our products we have analysis certificates and tests from licensed external laboratories. They are available on our site for anyone to view.


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