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CBD shop in Thessaloniki by Arnaud BIEZ
Cannabidiol (CBD) is starting to spread all around the world, but it is still a controversial
topic, so I wanted to know what it is exactly, and why it is so « trendy ». To do so, I went to a CBD store in Kamara, in Thessaloniki.
When I entered the store, I found the decoration
to be very « natural ». All kind of products were disposed to my right and my left, such as smoking herbs, lotions and creams, oils, and even gums and tea. A lady welcomed me, from behind the counter. She allowed me to take some pictures of the place and kindly accepted to be interviewed.
First of all, I wanted to understand why CBD stores
are growing so quickly everywhere. She thought that it was helpful for people with illnesses or in pain. What kind of conditions is CBD useful for? It
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helps with a lot of illnesses, such as arthrosis and different cancers, and even with skin problems like acne, but also mental issues. It is very helpful for people with anxiety or depression. The thing that makes the CBD different from other drugs is the THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) level. In fact, it is this substance, that you can find in other drugs, that makes you addicted and dangerous for yourself and others. In all CBD stores, the THC is capped to 2,9% in accord with European law, in contrast to the 6 to 18% found in pure cannabis. Consequently, you cannot become addicted to CBD.
