Discovered in the mid-20th century, CBD is a cannabinoid that makes up cannabis sativa or cultivated hemp. It has been praised for many years for its many scientifically proven virtues. Today, CBD is widely used by athletes. Moreover, many high-level sporting disciplines promote it, especially since new extraction methods make it possible to preserve the natural extracts of the hemp...

Do you know what the subtle scent of eucalyptus, the sweet scent of lavender, the sweet scent of cinnamon, the spicy scent of ginger and the scent of hemp have in common? Well, it's the presence of terpenes. But what are these and what are they for? Zoom on the subject. Definition of terpene Physically speaking, terpene is a molecule...

Is Cannabidiol (CBD) psychoactive? First, let's explain exactly what CBD is. CBD, first discovered in the 1940s, is one of the main cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant, regardless of its variety. It shares the same basic but unique terpenophenolic structure as other cannabinoids (e.g. THC). It has been shown to have great potential medically, such as the ability to...

Industrial hemp, wild hemp, Indian hemp... Each type of hemp has its own specificities and particular uses. It is therefore important to know how to recognize them, in order to avoid confusing the therapeutic variety with the narcotic variety. Focus on the different types of hemp. Hemp: history and discovery Hemp has been used since the dawn of time for...

Pain felt in any part of our body can be very debilitating and can disrupt our day by preventing us from carrying out our usual activities. Chest pain, particularly those located in the sternum , are very annoying and can occur overnight without the slightest warning sign. These pains are generally uncommon, but are very problematic for those who suffer...

The endocannabinoid system is a complex biochemical system that regulates other systems and functions in the human body. The endocannabinoid system (ECS) was discovered in the 1990s. It is composed of several elements: CB1 and CB2 cannabinoid receptors, present in certain types of cells, which function like “locks”; Cannabinoids which act as “keys”; Enzymes that are used to synthesize, transport...

Cannabidiol is one of the active substances in cannabis. It would have many benefits. Introduction Cannabidiol is one of the active substances in cannabis. Unlike THC, it does not have an intoxicating effect. On the other hand, it is given certain virtues. Cannabidiol (CBD) and THC are the cannabinoids most studied by the scientific community. And for good reason: they...

Are there CBD products available in Belgium? Well the answer is Yes! Since its discovery in 1963, CBD has been the subject of numerous scientific studies. These studies confirmed that it would have anti-inflammatory, relaxing, anxiolytic and antidepressant properties. This is also the reason why many countries have legalized its manufacture, sale and consumption. However, CBD remains a controversial product....

Introduction From imperial China to medieval Persia, including its introduction into modern Western medicine, here is a short summary of the long history between cannabis and humanity. Humans have used cannabis for at least six millennia. It was in China that archaeologists found the first traces of its culture. In 4000 BC, in the village of Pan-p'o, cannabis was used...

After 3 months of harvest, new status! Reminder: Learn to better understand In order to make a contribution to building a better world, CBX Medical, in collaboration with an agricultural company and with the help of a university and a regional research center, is carrying out an experiment to build knowledge agricultural around the plant. In this context, we planted...