What is CBD?

CBD is the abbreviation for cannabidiol, one of the many cannabinoids, or chemical compounds, found in the cannabis plant that yields hemp and marijuana.

The Cannabis plant

Cannabis is a plant from the Cannabaceae family. This plant is responsible for production of both hemp which produces CBD and marijuana which produces THC. Put into context, a grape can produce grape juice or wine the same way the Cannabis plant can produce Hemp or Marijuana.

Hemp vs Marijuana (CBD vs THC)

Why does Cannabis work?

Cannabis contains cannabinoids which are plant chemicals. These cannabinoids stimulate the endocannabinoid system (ECS) found in mammals. The ECS regulates every chemical condition in the body. This means sleep, hunger, cellular reproduction, water and much more are all regulated by the ECS through a process called homeostasis.

Homeostasis is thrown off over time due to injury, poor diet, climate, living conditions, environmental stressors, etc. Cannabis can help your body to restore all of these systems and keep them regulated.

What is Green Compass?

Green Compass is an American company located in Wilmington NC, that has been dedicated to growing USDA organic hemp and extracting cannabinoids. Since 2019 Green Compass has provided customers with high quality CBD products. The products are pure, safe, and effective, with hemp that is 100% American-grown and undergoes an extremely detailed quality-control process. Every product comes with a certificate of analysis done by an independent third party that ensures efficacy and safety.

When can I use CBD?

In most cases you should take CBD on a daily basis. You can’t overdose on CBD, and it’s lipophilic (or fat soluble), which means it compounds in your body over time, adding to potential health benefits. Be sure to consult your primary care physician.