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Is CBD Safe, Legal, and Effective?

Is CBD Safe, Legal, and Effective?
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
February 7, 2024

More and more people are using CBD every day, whether it’s for pain relief, help getting a good night of sleep, or anything in between. If you’ve never taken CBD before, you might have a handful of questions. Does science back up these claims, or is CBD just another trendy “alternative medicine?” Can CBD get ... Read more

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Latest Research on Managing PTSD with CBD Oil

Latest Research on Managing PTSD with CBD Oil
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
February 5, 2024

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a long-term mental and behavioral disorder, usually triggered by one or more traumatic experiences. Although it is frequently mentioned when referring to combat veterans, up to 10% of all people in the United States will experience it in their lives.  As our acceptance and understanding of PTSD has grown since ... Read more

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How Does CBD Affect Digestion and the Gut?

How Does CBD Affect Digestion and the Gut?
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
February 2, 2024

Gut health is a major focus of modern wellness, and the idea that a healthy gut leads to better overall health is a dominant subject. The NIH reports that at minimum 16 percent ofAmericans suffer chronic symptoms of gut distress, and a quick scan of social media will net dozens of memes and posts about ... Read more

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Can CBD Help Prevent Alzheimer’s?

Can CBD Help Prevent Alzheimer’s?
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
January 31, 2024

Alzheimer’s disease affects over 6 million patients in the United States alone and, while there are medications that can alleviate symptoms and therefore provide some temporary relief, there is no cure available on the market. Alzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects memory, cognitive abilities, and behavior. In other words, it slowly destroys memory and ... Read more

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What’s the Difference Between CBD, CBN, and CBG?

What’s the Difference Between CBD, CBN, and CBG?
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
January 29, 2024

CBD, CBN, and CBG are some of the major cannabinoids found in hemp. Unlike delta-9 THC, the cannabinoid known for producing the psychoactive effects of marijuana, these cannabinoids are not intoxicating. Instead, they each carry their own set of physical and nonphysical benefits. If you are unsure whether CBD, CBN, CBG, or any combination of ... Read more

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What Does the Future of the CBD Industry Look Like?

What Does the Future of the CBD Industry Look Like?
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
January 26, 2024

Just over five years ago, CBD hemp products were legalized in the United States on the federal level, with the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill. This new legislation meant that CBD hemp is no longer classified as an illegal substance like marijuana. As long as manufacturers only use hemp with ≤ 0.3 percent delta-9 ... Read more

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FDA Warns About Risk of Unintended Consumption of CBD and THC

FDA Warns About Risk of Unintended Consumption of CBD and THC
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
January 24, 2024

A Colorado-based food firm has been issued a written warning from the FDA over concerns that customers might confuse their products for regular, uninfused foods. They assert that these products pose a risk of unintended consumption of delta-8 THC and cannabidiol. The letter, dated November 16, 2023, addressed products from both Discover CBD and Strain ... Read more

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UK Accepts Recommended Legal THC Limit for CBD Products

UK Accepts Recommended Legal THC Limit for CBD Products
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
January 22, 2024

At the end of 2023, the UK government made the historic decision to accept a recommended legal limit for THC in CBD products. This is a great move for legal clarity concerning CBD, something that is lacking all around the world. As CBD continues to grow in popularity, more manufacturers and products seem to pop ... Read more

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Why Do People Purchase CBD Hemp Flower Online?

Why Do People Purchase CBD Hemp Flower Online?
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
January 19, 2024

Over the past few years, CBD hemp flower seems to have steadily grown in popularity. Since it was legalized on the federal level with the 2018 Farm Bill, CBD has earned a reputation as a stress reducer, pain reliever, and more! Many people prefer to consume their CBD in either tinctures or edibles, but some ... Read more

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Romanian CBD Product Manufacturer Raided Over HHC Products

Romanian CBD Product Manufacturer Raided Over HHC Products
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
January 17, 2024

CanX CBD, a CBD manufacturing company based in Iasi, Romania, was raided by local police forces last September. The company’s entire staff was arrested and all of their products were seized. Philipp Fuhrmann, the company’s CEO, asserts that they were paying their taxes and were registered through all the necessary channels to be considered legitimate.  ... Read more

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Delta-8 & DUIs — Can You Get Pulled Over for Using Delta-8?

Delta-8 & DUIs — Can You Get Pulled Over for Using Delta-8?
Woody
Woody
January 15, 2024

Even “THC tolerant” states take a strict stance toward drugged driving. Indeed, as cannabis becomes more accessible, many police troops have stepped up their game in enforcing marijuana DUI laws. There’s no question that weed while behind the wheel carries significant consequences.  But what do these harsh cannabis DUI laws mean for delta-8 THC? Most ... Read more

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CBD Scents for Stress Relief — An Intro to CBD Aromatherapy

CBD Scents for Stress Relief — An Intro to CBD Aromatherapy
Woody
Woody
January 12, 2024

Aromatherapy may seem like a recent wellness trend, but it has a long history in traditional medicine. No matter what ancient culture you’re studying, chances are most folk healers used the scents of herbs or spices to elicit specific effects. There are now plenty of scientific reports that confirm aromas can have a profound effect ... Read more

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