CBD Glossary Of Terms

Bioavailability	The amount of substance that enters the bloodstream and is ultimately used by the body.
Broad Spectrum	CBD product that contains cannabidoil, terpenes and naturally occurring flavanoids but no THC.
Cannabinoids	Chemical compounds found in cannabis
Cannabis	The scientific name of the plant that produce marijuana and hemp. There are two main types of cannabis: sativa and indica. Cannabis sativa (hemp) contains less than 0.3% THC and is what CBD is derived from. Cannabis indica contains greater than 0.3% THC.
Cannabidiol (CBD)	One of the primary cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. Contains many health benefits and no psychoactive effects.
CB1 Receptors	Cannabinoid receptors found primarily in the central nervous system (nerves in the brain and spinal cord).
CB2 Receptors	Cannabinoid receptors found primarily in the peripheral nervous system (nerves outside the brain and spinal cord).
Endocannabinoids	Cannabinoid molecules produced by the body naturally.
Endocannabinoid Receptors	Binding sites for cannabinoids within the body and brain.
Endocannabinoid System (ECS)	Naturally occurring system of endocannabinoids and cannabinoid receptors in the body which help regulate basic functions like sleep, mood and appetite.
Entourage Effect	Relates to the combining of multiple constituents of the cannabis plant to produce an enhanced therapeutic effect greater than the individual effects alone.
Farm Bill	Federal legislation passed in December 2018 that removed hemp from the controlled substance list, and instead placed it under the supervision of the Department of Agriculture making it legal to grow in all 50 states.
Full Spectrum	CBD product that contains small amounts of THC, as well as other cannabinoids, terpenes and flavanoids.
Hemp	Plant containing naturally occurring CBD. Also grown for fibrous materials and used industrially to manufacture such things as clothing, oils, lotions, plastic, paper, fuel and construction materials.
Phytocannabinoids	Naturally occurring chemical compounds present in the cannabis plant. Common examples include CBD, THC and CBDG.
Sublingual	Consumption method of applying CBD products, typically oil, under the tongue before consuming.
Terpenes	Natural aromatic compounds found in plants, responsible for the scent and flavor profiles.
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)	One of the primary cannabinoids found in cannabis. Responsible for the psychoactive “high”.
Water Soluble	A cannabis product that mimics water solubility usually through use of liposomes or nanoemulsion techniques.
Whole Plant	Products derived from the entire cannabis plant versus individual cannabinoids isolated from the plant.

Bioavailability

Broad Spectrum

Cannabinoids

Cannabinoids

Cannabis

Cannabidiol (CBD)

CB1 Receptors

CB2 Receptors

Endocannabinoids

Endocannabinoid Receptors

Endocannabinoid System (ECS)

Entourage Effect

Farm Bill

Full Spectrum

Hemp

Phytocannabinoids

Sublingual

Terpenes

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

Water Soluble

Whole Plant

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