What CBD is
CBD is short for cannabidiol, one compound found in hemp and cannabis plants. Makers add it to oils, gummies, creams and capsules.
The product types
Mostly the type tells you how a product is made and measured.
Strength and price
Read strength as milligrams per serving and per container. To compare, divide the price by the total milligrams.
Example only: a bottle priced at $30 with 1,000 mg of CBD costs $0.03 per mg. The numbers are made up.
Where the rules stand
There is no single answer. Federal and state rules differ, change, and in some places limit certain forms or sales. Age limits apply. Check your state's current rules and the seller's terms. This guide says nothing about whether any product may be shipped to you.
Medical questions
Questions about health, or about medicines you already take, belong with a clinician or pharmacist. This guide does not answer them.