Anxiety affects 40 million adults in the U.S. each year–18% of the population. Although anxiety disorders are highly treatable, only 37% of people receive treatment. In this article we will explore anxiety: what it is, the most common types of disorders, when to see a doctor, and how CBD may (or may not) affect it. […]
The Benefits and Risks of CBD Oil (What It Is / Isn’t Good for)
CBD is not a drug and will not “cure” anything … but it may have some benefits (along with some potential safety risks). Mounting scientific research has demonstrated CBD’s potential for a growing list of issues, including: Anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder) Sleep disorders Pain Autoimmune and related conditions (inflammation, […]
What Is CBD?
CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of 113 naturally-occurring compounds called cannabinoids created by the Cannabis sativa L. plant species. CBD can be extracted from one of two types of cannabis plants: hemp or marijuana. Hemp contains only trace amounts of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the molecule that causes the “high” that marijuana is famous for, which means […]