Publisher's Synopsis
So, exactly what is CBD? Cannabis contains a psychoactive substance called cannabidiol, or CBD for short. Cannabidiol (CBD) has a sedative effect even though it does not cause intoxication. The main source of CBD in commercially available products is hemp, a type of cannabis that only contains trace amounts (up to 0.30%) of THC, the active ingredient in cannabis that causes intoxication.
Can CBD reduce pain from arthritis? Although CBD has been shown to reduce pain and inflammation in animal studies, high-quality human studies are still needed to confirm these results. Some arthritis sufferers who have tried CBD claim that it helps them sleep better, feel less anxious, and/or experience less pain.
