Cannabis or marijuana is now a popular drug of choice and has been in use for many years. However, there are different types and benefits of using the cannabis plant that should be explored. One benefit is CBD cream which is also called cannabidiol cream among other names. Derived from hemp plants, it has been helpful in relieving pain without the psychoactive effects of THC but is still able to provide the same therapeutic benefits as other natural cannabinoids like THC and CBD. The difference between CBD cream and THC cream? They both contain cannabinoids, but only one contains THC (THC) as stated by mensjournal.com.

What is CBD?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a naturally occurring cannabinoid component found in cannabis that comprises up to 40% of the plant, alongside other compounds. It is one of the many cannabinoids present in cannabis which are non-psychoactive. Cannabidiol has been found to be helpful in treating pain, inflammation and mental disorders like depression, anxiety and psychosis – without any psychotropic effects associated with THC or negative side effects associated with opiods. CBD cream can be used for both medical and recreational purposes. The cannabinoids found in CBD are only small molecules so they don’t have any psychoactive effects. CBD has proven to be a very effective healer when used directly and not just as a drug.

What is THC?

THC is another related cannabinoids that can be found in cannabis and the most well known of them all but it cannot be isolated like CBD because it’s too big to fit on the end of a molecule, hence why it’s used recreationally. It’s also known for its psychoactive effects so much as now being banned for inhalation or ingestion in many countries outside of research purposes. It also has anti-inflammatory properties which provides anti-anxiety benefits. THC works by stimulating cannabinoid receptors in the body which basically means it will bind to brain receptors that is why there is euphoric feelings associated with THC.

What are topical cannabinoids?

Topical cannabinoid refers to cannabinoids that are applied externally on the skin and doesn’t get easily transported through the bloodstream and usually they have sedative properties but they may be effective for dealing with inflammation and pain. Since these topical cannabinoids do pass through the bloodstream, an overdose can occur depending on the concentration of cannabinoids applied, so it’s important to follow instructions for proper dosage. Topical cannabinoids are also known as transdermal or transmucosal depending on how your body absorbs them.

How do I use CBD cream?

CBD cream can be applied topically and rubbed on the skin, usually around areas of pain like joints, muscles, skin and so on. It’s also sold as a full body moisturizer. It’s also great to consume orally as well and that can help with things like inflammation in any of your joints, irritable bowel syndrome or digestive issues to name a few health benefits. The advantage of using CBD cream is that it doesn’t give you the dreaded feeling that you might experience from smoking or ingesting cannabis or THC. It’s non-psychoactive which means you don’t need the high feeling that you would get from THC.