CBD
CBD (cannabidiol) is a non-intoxicating cannabis compound. Strong evidence supports a purified prescription form for certain rare, treatment-resistant epilepsies, but popular claims for anxiety, pain, and sleep rest largely on preliminary or preclinical data. It is generally well tolerated, though it can interact with other medications by inhibiting liver enzymes, and over-the-counter product quality varies widely.
Too little may be associated with
No deficiency.
Too much may be associated with
Fatigue, GI upset, drug interactions.
Informational only — not medical advice.
Functions
- Pain Perception (−)
- Sleep Regulation (±)
Neurotransmitters
Research (5)
- CBD and the 5-HT1A receptor: A medicinal and pharmacological review Alexander et al. (2025)
- Cannabidiol modulates excitatory-inhibitory ratio to counter hippocampal hyperactivity Rosenberg et al. (2023)
- The Pharmacological Case for Cannabigerol Nachnani et al. (2021)
- Cannabis, Cannabinoids, and Sleep: a Review of the Literature Babson et al. (2017)
- Cannabidiol--recent advances Mechoulam et al. (2007)
Links
Recovery resources
Help for cbd use and recovery. Not an endorsement or medical advice — see all recovery resources.
- Marijuana Anonymous (MA)
A 12-step fellowship for people who want to stop using marijuana.
Community
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