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　　External Websites Healthline - CBD vs. THC: What’s the Difference? WebMD - CBD vs. THC: What's the Difference? Ask the Chatbot a Question Also known as: CBD Written by Kara Rogers Kara Rogers is the senior editor of biomedical sciences at Encyclopædia Britannica, where she oversees a range of content from medicine and genetics to microorganisms. She joined Britannica in 2006 and... Kara Rogers Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Jan 15, 2025 • Article History Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot a Question cannabidiol (CBD), naturally occurring compound of the cannabis plants Cannabis sativa and C. indica. Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of numerous cannabinoid substances that have been identified in cannabis and is known for its nonpsychoactive properties, which differentiates it from tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive compound of marijuana. CBD is one of the main active substances of medical cannabis and can help prevent certain types of seizures. CBD is also suspected to be useful for the treatment of conditions such as anxiety, chronic pain, and insomnia, though scientific evidence remains limited. CBD acts in part by reducing resting-state activity in multiple ...(100 of 454 words)

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