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What is CBD?

Source: PubMed

Cannabidiol is a phytocannabinoid derived from Cannabis species, which is devoid of psychoactive activity, with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-neoplastic and chemo-preventive activities.

CBD Users Manual

Source: Project CBD

The key question is how to use cannabis for maximum therapeutic benefit.

But most health professionals have little experience in this area. So Project CBD has created a CBD User’s Manual for patients that addresses key questions about cannabidiol and cannabis therapeutics.

The Endocannabinoid System

Source: Project CBD

Research on marijuana’s effects led directly to the discovery of a hitherto unknown biochemical communication system in the human body, the Endocannabinoid System, which plays a crucial role in regulating our physiology, mood, and everyday experience.

Pure CBD vs. Whole Plant CBD

Source: Project CBD

A groundbreaking study from Israel has documented the superior therapeutic properties of whole plant CBD-rich cannabis extract as compared to single-molecule cannabidiol (CBD).

Terpenes and the Entourage Effect

Source: Project CBD

Many of these compounds interact synergistically to create what scientists refer to as an “entourage effect” that magnifies the therapeutic benefits of the plant’s individual components—so that the medicinal impact of the whole plant is greater than the sum of its parts.

CBD Misconceptions

Source: Project CBD

It doesn’t get you high, but it’s causing quite a buzz among medical scientists and patients. Along with a growing awareness of cannabidiol as a potential health aid there has been a proliferation of misconceptions about CBD.

What Type of Cannabis Therapy is Best for You?

Source: Project CBD

Cannabis remedies are available in many forms and can be utilized in various ways. The most appropriate delivery system for therapeutic cannabis is one that provides an optimal dose for a desired duration with few unwanted side effects.

Cannabinoids Suppress Inflammatory and Neuropathic Pain

Source: National Institute of Health

Our findings suggest that the α3 GlyRs mediate glycinergic cannabinoid-induced suppression of chronic pain. These cannabinoids may represent a novel class of therapeutic agents for the treatment of chronic pain and other diseases involving GlyR dysfunction.

Cannabidiol: Promise and Pitfalls

Source: NCBI

This review highlights some of the basic science theory behind the use of CBD, summarizes published data on clinical use of CBD for epilepsy, and highlights issues related to the use of currently available CBD products.

Effectiveness of Cannabidiol Oil for Pediatric Anxiety and Insomnia

Source: NCBI

This case study provides clinical data that support the use of cannabidiol oil as a safe treatment for reducing anxiety and improving sleep in a young girl with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Does Cannabidiol Protect Against Adverse Psychological Effects of THC?

Source: NCBI

Studies examining the protective effects of CBD have shown that CBD can counteract the negative effects of THC. However, the question remains of how the laboratory results translate to the types of cannabis that are encountered by real-world recreational users.

Cannabidiol: Pharmacology and Potential Therapeutic Role in Epilepsy and Other Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Source: NCBI

This review highlights some of the basic science theory behind the use of CBD, summarizes published data on clinical use of CBD for epilepsy, and highlights issues related to the use of currently available CBD products.

Cannabidiol as potential anticancer drug

Source: NCBI

The present review will focus on the efficacy of CBD in the modulation of different steps of tumourigenesis in several types of cancer and highlights the importance of exploring CBD/CBD analogues as alternative therapeutic agents.

Cannabidiol Reduces Social Anxiety Disorder

Source: NCBI

Studies examining the protective effects of CBD have shown that CBD can counteract the negative effects of THC. However, the question remains of how the laboratory results translate to the types of cannabis that are encountered by real-world recreational users.

The Biology and Potential Therapeutic Effects of Cannabidiol Disorders

Source: National Institute of Health

In light of the rapidly evolving interest in the potential use of marijuana and its derivative compounds for medical purposes, it is important to take stock of what we know and do not know about the therapeutic potential of CBD.

Educational Primer on Cannabinoid-Drug Interactions

Source: Project CBD

With CBD, many people, including most seniors (the fastest growing demographic of cannabis users), take multiple drugs, and these compounds can interact and affect the metabolism of each other.

CBD and Parkinson's Disease

Source: NCBI

The endocannabinoid system and digestive imbalance play major roles in Parkinson's disease. Research on CBD, THC, and THCV has demonstrated that cannabis medicine may help to manage PD symptoms.

Cannabinoids in the Management of Difficult to Treat Pain

Source: NCBI

Cannabinoid analgesics have generally been well tolerated in clinical trials with acceptable adverse event profiles. Their adjunctive addition to the pharmacological armamentarium for treatment of pain shows great promise.