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CBD

A chemical that comes from the hemp (Cannabis sativa) plant. CBD contains very low levels of delta-9-THC (the main chemical that causes the “high” of marijuana). It may help relieve pain, lower inflammation, and reduce anxiety without causing the mind-altering effects of marijuana. CBD comes in many forms, including oils, extracts, capsules, and patches. One specific form has been approved in the United States as a drug to treat seizures in certain people. CBD is also being studied in the treatment of symptoms or side effects caused by cancer and cancer treatment. It is a type of cannabinoid. Also called cannabidiol.
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