CBD: Everything You Need to Know About Cannabidiol

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Learn what CBD is and what it can do for you (and what it can't do) so you can use CBD wisely and safely.

What is CBD?

CBD stands for cannabidiol, a chemical compound found in cannabis. And that's it! There's a special name for this type of chemical compound: it's a "cannabinoid.". Read more

What are cannabinoids?

Cannabinoids are chemical compounds found in both cannabis and the human body. They are classified as follows:

Phytocannabinoids

Cannabinoids produced by the cannabis plant, such as THC—the psychoactive cousin of CBD—which mimic the functions of our endocannabinoids. Read more

Endocannabinoids

The cannabinoids that we all produce in our own bodies. Read more

CBD is designed for the human body

That's because humans have an endocannabinoid system that makes us particularly well-suited to processing cannabinoids. Our endocannabinoid system is actually a system of locks and keys. We have endocannabinoid receptors that act as locks, and cannabinoids act as keys. So, if you’ve ever felt like you were unlocking another part of your brain after using cannabis, you’re not far off the mark! The CBD has been studied in relation to many diseases.

CBD In detail

Broad spectrum CBD oil: definition, benefits and for whom it's the right choice

Broad spectrum is often presented as «full spectrum without THC», which is technically accurate but insufficient to understand what you're actually buying and...
Where to extract CBD in France?

With its long tradition of hemp cultivation, France could quickly become a center of excellence for the extraction of active compounds from hemp, including, of course, cannabidiol...
The dangers of CBD: 6 things to know

Is CBD really safe? Given the proliferation of products and the lack of regulation in France, it’s reasonable to wonder whether...
Full spectrum CBD oil: definition, entourage effect and how to choose well

The term «full-spectrum» is one of the most commonly used—and most misunderstood—terms in the CBD market. Not all products labeled with this term are...
Which medicines should not be taken with CBD?

Cannabis is a complex plant, containing hundreds of chemicals and more than 100 distinct cannabinoids. The limited research on cannabidiol...
What does CBD do?

CBD doesn't get you high. This is often the first thing new users want to know, and the answer is clear: cannabidiol is not...
Is CBD legal in France?

Is CBD legal in France? If we are to believe the general press, which sometimes refers to CBD flowers as legal cannabis and then goes back to the...
Does CBD turn into THC in the stomach?

CBD and THC molecules are very similar in structure, so certain processes can be used to transform CBD into THC derivatives.
How to use CBD?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is becoming increasingly popular, particularly for its ability to combat inflammation and anxiety, or simply as a relaxant, without having the properties...
Full-spectrum CBD and CBD isolate: what are the differences?

As cannabidiol (CBD) products are gradually making their way onto the French market, it can sometimes be difficult to know which type of CBD has...
CBD crystals: the purest cannabidiol isolate

CBD crystals, also known as CBD crystalline or CBD isolate, are the purest form of cannabidiol (CBD), refined to a higher purity...
What is cannabidiolic acid (CBDA)?

Cannabidiolic acid (CBDA) is the acid form of CBD, the precursor cannabinoid found in abundance in fresh, living cannabis plants before any exposure...
What's the difference between CBD from hemp and CBD from cannabis?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a powerful cannabinoid and one of the key components of cannabis. It is known for its therapeutic benefits, particularly its anti-inflammatory and anxiolytic properties. Unlike...
CBD and the entourage effect

Some U.S. states have legalized CBD while banning substances containing THC. This is a conservative approach that can already provide patients with access...
The differences between THC and CBD

THC and CBD are often compared; the most obvious difference is that the former produces psychoactive effects and the latter does not. But...
What is CBD (cannabidiol)?

CBD, short for cannabidiol, is one of the more than 110 active cannabinoids in cannabis, and one of the key points in the debate surrounding its medical and wellness uses...