Cannabidiol or CBD is an extract from the hemp plant or cannabis plant. It has a deficient level of THC – the causative agent for the ‘high’ one feels from taking the plant. Budpop’s hemp products are anti-anxiety medication, and now, it has found their way into the workplace.
CBD is typically used in an oil form but can be seen in capsules, edibles, or drinks. Some people may use it in spray form, under the tongue, or smoked. It is also used in cosmetics and supplements. CBD is not a euphoric drug, although it affects the brain. What it does is break down chemicals in the brain. Thereby reducing pain, controlling mood, and other mental processes.
A study done in 2017 found that 30% of CBD samples were contaminated. This implies that they had other active substances, such as THC. THC, as …
