Although hemp comes from the cannabis family, it is the male plant, while marijuana is the female plant of the species. Hemp contains less than 0.3% THC, the psychoactive compound found in marijuana. This distinction means hemp is non-intoxicating, yet it still provides a range of wellness benefits like pain relief and stress management. Hemp’s natural compounds, such as cannabinoids, offer therapeutic effects without the psychoactive side effects associated with marijuana.
