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What is CBD

With the increasing legalization of marijuana and the intense popularity of vaping today, CBD is a popular topic all over the internet. What is CBD? Is CBD legal? Can CBD oil get you high? The questions are endless. However, these are important questions to be asking!

One of the most common questions we hear revolve around what exactly CBD is and its various uses. Here at McGirr’s, we pride ourselves in providing our customers with not only the best products, but helpful and credible information on our products. Below, we’ll discuss what CBD is and the various forms CBD products can take.

So, what is CBD?

CBD is one of the focus areas in cannabis research. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound naturally found in hemp plants. Therefore, many CBD products are also labeled as hemp products.

Both CBD and marijuana come from Cannabis Sativa L plant species — but they are not the same thing. The Cannabis plant has flowering tops and leaves that contain psychoactive elements and THC (tetrahydropcannabinol). THC is the content in what we know as marijuana. Whereas, hemp comes from the seeds and fibers of the plant and is not the active ingredient in marijuana — and therefore, does not get you high.

CBD is not intoxicating, so it is great for everyday routine use.

Why do people use CBD?

CBD oil is said to be primarily used for topical treatment for pain relief and other ailments. However, CBD can also be infused into foods and drinks or made into a vaporizer of suppository. For example, CBD gummies are an extremely popular form of a CBD product commonly used for sleep aid and pain relief.

While more research is being conducted about CBD and the Endocannabinoid system, studies currently show that CBD may have therapeutic effects. It is often promoted as a holistic treatment for pain, anxiety, and neurological functions.

Here are a few specific ailments that people treat with CBD:

·         Anxiety: CBD may reduce the effects of common anxiety including symptoms from PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), social anxiety, generalized anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and moderate depression

·         Epilepsy: although more research is still on-going, continuous CBD use may, in conjunction with other forms of treatment, show a significant decrease in seizure activity from various forms of epilepsy

·         Pain relief: CBD may help reduces pain and inflammation, speeds up healing in muscles and joints that are sore from exercise, and may also reduce pain levels caused from chronic pain disorders like arthritis and fibromyalgia

·         Acne: since CBD has anti-inflammatory properties, some studies have shown it helps to reduce and treat acne

Additionally, CBD can have the same positive effects on animals that it does on humans. Typically, CBD is used as a calming treatment for pets.

At McGirr’s, we have various products that treat all of the aforementioned ailments for both humans and their pets! Here is a quick list of products that you can find in our store and online:

Edibles:

Gummies

Supplements

Protein bars

Chocolate

Tinctures (drops)

Bath and body

Soaps

Bath bombs

Pain Creams & Lotions

Moisturizers, cleaners, and serums

Beverages and Shots

Shots

Coffees &  K-cups

Teas

 Pets

Pet accessories

If you’re interested in reading and learning more about CBD, check out our books like CBD for Total Wellness, CBD: 101 Things You Need to Know About CBD Oil, and more available online, too!