What the research says:

In total, 545 different compounds have been isolated, of which 104 belong exclusively to Cannabis. Human endocannabinoids and plant cannabinoids, such as THC and CBD, bind to the receptors with great specificity, much like a lock and key. Activation of the cannabinoid receptors inhibits the release of neurotransmitters, often referred to as the body’s chemical messengers.

The Endocannabinoid system also plays a key role in homeostasis (the body’s ability to maintain stability) and regulates many physiological processes such as inflammation, pain perception, immunity, neuropathy and metabolism.

 

	CBD	THC
Chemical name	Cannabidiol	Delta 9 Tetrahydrocannabinol
Psychoactive	No	Yes
Natural sources	Cannabis plant & Industrial Hemp	Cannabis plant
Biological Effects	Anti-depressant Anti-convulsant Anti-oxidant Anti-psychotic Neuro-protective Anti-emetic Anti-inflammatory Anti-tumoral	Analgesic Relaxation Drowsiness Euphoria Appetite stimulant
Medical Applications	Inflammation Stress Depression Anxiety Cancer Epilepsy Schizophrenia Multiple Sclerosis Migraines Arthritis Side-effects of Cancer treatments	Pain Nausea Sleep apnea Stress disorders Multiple sclerosis Glaucoma Spinal injuries Side effects of chemo
Side-effects	Minimal	Paranoia & Anxiety