Cannabidiol (CBD) is a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis plants known for its potential therapeutic benefits.
Types
Broad spectrum CBD
Whole plant
CBD
Full spectrum CBD
Pure CBD
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the psychoactive compound in cannabis that produces the "high" or altered mental state.
Types
Delta 9 THC
Delta 8 THC
THCP THCV
CBD is from the aerial part of the hemp plant
THC is from the flowers and the leaves of the hemp plant
CBD does not produce many effects apart from relaxation
Legal status
THC gives a euphoric high
CBD legality in the state depends from state to state but is federally legal
THC is not legal federally, and its legality within a state depends on the specific laws
Drug Test
CBD is not detected in the drug test
THC is seen on the drug test
It also acts as anti-depressants and provides relief from neuropathic pain. Anxiety symptoms also tend to reduce with the help of CBD
Recreational usage
CBD has no high recreational effects, even if it may give you potential relief, relaxation, and reduced anxiety
THC has positive effects on nausea and inflammatory pain. THC is also beneficial and gives pretty good relief from chronic pain
Here are some of the effects that THC gives: Hallucinations
Changes in the mood
Trouble in movements
Problem in thinking
CBD contains cannabinoids and cannabinol without any THC, along with terpenes. It includes all the hemp plant components, including oils, terpenes, and cannabinol.
It encompasses the active constituents of the cannabis plant, as well as essential compounds like terpenes and flavonoids.
True to its name, it exclusively contains CBD and lacks any THC content.
The euphoric effect following consumption is primarily attributed to Delta 9 THC, which also has appetitestimulating properties.
Delta 8 THC, constituting less than 1% of the cannabis plant, is an isomer of Delta 9 THC.
It is notably more potent than Delta 9 THC, offering nearly a 33% increase in strength.
Its effectiveness is most pronounced in larger doses, while it tends to be less impactful at lower dosage levels.
