CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of over a hundred compounds found in the hemp plant. Unlike THC, it does not produce a “high,” and hemp-derived CBD products are legal in most of the U.S. under the 2018 Farm Bill, provided they contain less than 0.3% THC.
CBD interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system, a network of receptors involved in regulating mood, sleep, and pain signaling. Current research is still developing, and while early studies are promising for certain uses, CBD is not a proven cure for any condition.
When shopping, look for brands that publish third-party lab results (a Certificate of Analysis) confirming the product contains what the label claims.