Differences between Marijuana and Hemp Species

Introduction 

Both animals and plants are very important in the ecosystem since it depends on them for its survival. Humans have great benefits from plants because they get shelter, clothing, oxygen, medicine, and food from them. They greatly benefit the immune system of humans in one way or another. When one is healthy, it means that their Immune System is healthy and functioning well to protect the body from various diseases. 

CBD is a medical term that stands for cannabinol and it is an active ingredient or compound found in cannabis plants. This plant known as cannabis has two species namely; Hemp and Marijuana. The Hemp species contains greater amounts of CBD and other cannabinoids too, just like marijuana. 

1.  Differences between Marijuana and Hemp Species

a) Hemp cannabis Species 

CBD extracted from hemp species does not have an altering effect on the mind. The CB2 receptors found in the immune system are responsible for affecting pain and inflammation. These receptors are stimulated by CBD so that the body produces its own cannabinoids by the name endocannabinoids. These Endocannabinoids reduce inflammation since they block the release of the compounds that cause inflammation.In a nutshell the Hemp species CBD extract is used for curative and medicinal purposes. 

b) Marijuana cannabis species 

THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is found in Marijuana species that stimulate the CB1 receptors which give humans the effect of feeling ‘high’. These receptors are all over the body and are mostly found in the brain responsible for coordination activities like pain, mood, movement, thinking, appetite among others.Marijuana species contain THC for amplifying feelings and emotions through the brain. Therefore, Marijuana species is mostly used as recreation stimulants for leisure purposes. 

2. There are several CBD Immune System Benefits

According to the latest studies, CBD Immune System Benefits have been proven by reducing symptoms of several health issues that include anxiety, depression, heart disease, and Acne, epilepsy among others. 

3. How dosages are administered and presented  

As much CBD Immune System Benefits have been discovered, Dosages may vary from one person to the other depending on several factors that include; Body weight of the person taking, the reason for its usage, and concentration of the product They are taken by mouth through mixing with drinks or foods and spraying below the tongue while others come in swallow-able capsules, Pipettes or droppers are also available and creams for applying on the skin. 

Conclusion 

The current demand for CBD therapy for several conditions for System Benefits is on the rise. It is advisable to identify whether the products are legalized in the country of residence or not since some states have legalized it while others have not. Research is ongoing and it should be noted that no one should use the product without professional advice from healthcare professionals. As long as the research follows regional and local Laws CBD Immune System Benefits will be appreciated by many.