Hemp is a strain of the cannabis sativa plant species that has lower concentrations of THC (less than .3%) and higher concentrations of cannabidiol (CBD), which decreases or eliminates its intoxicating effects. CBD modulates the transcription of over 1100 Genes that make the signaling molecules that naturally reduce inflammation in our central nervous system and throughout our immune system.

Commonly used orally for anxiety, sleep disorders such as the inability to sleep (insomnia), or disturbed sleep due to rotating or nighttime work hours (shift work disorder), restlessness, tension, excitability, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), nervousness, irritability, and symptoms of menopause.

Most commonly used for sleep disorders, particularly the inability to sleep (insomnia), valerian is also used orally for anxiety and psychological stress acting like a sedative on the brain and nervous system.