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Marijuana isn’t just about getting high. Everyone from Coca-Cola Co. to pharmaceutical companies is looking to tap possible therapeutic uses of CBD, a cannabinoid found in marijuana. It’s a substance that’s capturing more attention as use of its source plant grows.
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CBD is becoming increasingly popular in the wellness market.

Unlike another cannabinoid in cannabis, THC, CBD does not produce a high in users. It has become increasingly popular in the wellness sector, however, as it can relieve a number of ailments, including sleeplessness, nausea, chronic pain and anxiety. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has also approved it to treat epilepsy.