Addiction recovery is a long journey, and a series of decisions. Of course, some of the most common obstacles for recovering alcoholics are the cravings. Alcohol cravings can strike at any time: after a rough day, or even after a great day. While tried and true approaches like therapy and support groups are still crucial ... Read more
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Since hemp products were federally legalized in the United States with the passage of the Farm Bill in 2018, they have become increasingly accessible to the American public. Everything from standard CBD products to hemp products containing minor cannabinoids which have been extracted using chemical processes are available for purchase both online and from various ... Read more
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Although CBD was federally legalized in the United States with the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill, many people are surprised to find out that it still has not been approved by the FDA. This means that CBD cannot legally be added to dietary supplements, so CBD companies need to be careful about how they ... Read more
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The state of Louisiana opened its doors to the hemp industry back in 2020. At that point, the state’s hemp industry was valued at $500,000. In just a few short years, that number has skyrocketed to $33 million. In turn, the tax revenue from hemp products in the state grew from $64,000 to $4.1 million. ... Read more
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Real Tested CBD exists because CBD products need an authoritative third party making sure that consumers get what they think they’re buying. Unregulated supplements can say virtually anything on the package, provided they include a disclaimer along the lines of “these claims have not been evaluated by the FDA,” but this leaves the consumer in ... Read more
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Since it was federally legalized in 2018, CBD has become increasingly popular, due to its many potential health benefits. In addition to helping with many nonphysical issues, such as anxiety and stress relief and help getting a better night’s sleep, CBD can actually bring along many physical benefits as well: CBD is a natural anti-inflammatory ... Read more
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Amazon states that they do not allow the sale of CBD products on their platform, yet an independent analysis has shown this is not the case. With the ubiquity of the on-demand fulfillment giant at the pinnacle of the morally questionable online shopping pyramid, it’s no wonder shady distributors are filling it with bad products. ... Read more
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Earlier this year, legislation SB 2487 was introduced to the state of Hawaii. If this legislation were to pass, it would reduce the penalties for marijuana possession within the state. Currently, Hawaii has relatively harsh laws concerning marijuana. The possession of more than three grams of cannabis is defined by the state’s law as a ... Read more
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Earlier this month, it was announced that the DEA will be rescheduling marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance. This means that the DEA is finally officially recognizing that marijuana may be used for some medicinal purposes. While this is great news for recreational and medical marijuana users alike, not everyone ... Read more
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In a monumental move for American drug policy, the Justice Department has proposed a new rule that would reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. This proposal still has to be reviewed by the White House Office of Management and Budget, but its effects would surely be felt across the country. Not only does this ... Read more
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Earlier this month, Illinois hemp entrepreneurs came out in favor of a state legislative proposal which would regulate the hemp industry within the state. While many business owners can’t imagine asking for more regulation and taxation, this might actually be the best way to keep the state’s hemp industry afloat. The proposed legislation would implement ... Read more
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A new study, published in the Applied Biological Chemistry journal, underscores CBD’s potential to treat symptoms of conditions like cancer, COVID-19, and diabetes. This 11 page study concludes that, while research is still in early stages, CBD has “neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-thrombotic, anti-bacterial, analgesic, and antiepileptic properties.” Furthermore, this study addresses possible adverse effects, controversies, and ... Read more
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