By Kathryn Loeffler

Cannabis Sativa

Cannabis has long been used for its therapeutic properties, especially when it comes to pain relief. CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of the most beneficial compounds found in cannabis, and is known for its ability to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. If you suffer from chronic pain due to an injury or illness and are seeking relief, want a natural remedy for reducing anxiety, or simply want to enjoy the relaxing and creativity sparking properties of cannabis, CBD is a non-psychoative plant medicine that is perfect for gentle relief and restoration of the body.

CBD is a type of cannabinoid. Cannabinoids are a class of molecules found in Cannabis Sativa that interact with the human body's endocannabinoid system. There are over 100 different cannabinoids, and CBD is the most well-known and studied of them. Cannabinoids have many therapeutic benefits, including pain relief, anti-inflammatory effects, and nausea relief.

The endocannabinoid system is a network of receptors found throughout the body that are responsible for mediating the effects of cannabis. CBD interacts with these receptors to provide pain relief and other therapeutic benefits. By understanding how the endocannabinoid system works, you can better understand how CBD can help you manage your pain.

 

Cannabis has been used by humans since at least the 3rd century BC and is known as a 'camp follower crop', meaning it has been found in the archeological remains of early human settlements across Asia, Europe, and Africa. It has been with us for a very long time, and our ancestors were aware of it's many healing benefits, and thus considered it a staple seed to bring with them during migrations.