What is cannabidiol (CBD)?

When we think of cannabis, we typically think of the variety of the Cannabis sativa plant that is often called “marijuana,” contains tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), and is commonly used recreationally. But, the Cannabis sativa plant contains not just THC but about 100 chemicals (“phytocannabinoids”). One of the chemicals present in Cannabis sativa is cannabidiol, which is…