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New Study Shows CBD is More Effective at Reducing Anxiety than THC

New Study Shows CBD is More Effective at Reducing Anxiety than THC
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
March 18, 2024

Two of the most common compounds found in the cannabis plant are THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol). While the former is known for producing the psychoactive effects of marijuana, the latter is being studied for its numerous reported health benefits. Many users report that CBD helps with both physical and nonphysical ailments, such as muscle ... Read more

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Texas Hemp Shop Raid Calls Attention to Unclear Laws

Texas Hemp Shop Raid Calls Attention to Unclear Laws
Woody
Woody
February 19, 2024

Since the height of the pandemic in 2020, the Bee Hippy Hemp Dispensary in Garland, Texas has provided customers with hemp-derived gummies and oils. Such products are legal under both federal and Texas law, since they are produced from hemp plants, which are different from marijuana. However, last June, local police raided the dispensary and ... Read more

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Scientists Discover CBD In Common Brazilian Plant

Scientists Discover CBD In Common Brazilian Plant
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
February 9, 2024

Up until now, we’ve only known Cannabidiol (CBD) as one of many naturally occurring compounds, or cannabinoids, found in hemp and cannabis plants. It’s a cannabinoid found in both hemp and marijuana plants. However, scientists have recently discovered that CBD may also appear in other plants.  In particular, CBD was found in the flowers and ... 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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What’s the Deal with “Nano CBD?”

What’s the Deal with “Nano CBD?”
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
August 2, 2023

You may have heard of nanochips and nanoparticles, but what about “nano CBD?” Yes, there are CBD companies that are experimenting with cutting-edge nanotechnology. According to proponents, nano CBD may be the next great frontier in hemp research. However, critics of nano CBD argue this “innovation” is nothing more than a marketing ploy. So, who’s ... Read more

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The Need for Third-Party Lab Testing in Sleep Aid Products

The Need for Third-Party Lab Testing in Sleep Aid Products
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
July 19, 2023

Sleep is an essential component of our overall health and well-being. With many people experiencing sleep issues, the market for sleep aids has expanded exponentially. Among the numerous options available, CBD and melatonin have gained popularity for their potential to support healthy sleep patterns.  However, with an abundance of sleep aid products on the market, ... Read more

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New Australian Study Shines a Light on CBD for Teen Anxiety

New Australian Study Shines a Light on CBD for Teen Anxiety
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
Dr. Igor Bussel, M.D., M.S., M.H.A
May 5, 2023

Along with chronic aches & pains, anxiety is a common reason people get interested in CBD oil. Many surveys suggest that most consumers primarily use hemp-derived CBD tinctures to naturally reduce psychological stress. As more patients struggle with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), it’s easy to see why CBD would be such an attractive option. However, ... Read more

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Happy Fruit’s Thunder Punch HHC Gummies: The Key To Catching A Buzz And Passing A Drug Test

Happy Fruit’s Thunder Punch HHC Gummies: The Key To Catching A Buzz And Passing A Drug Test
Woody
Woody
April 24, 2023

Despite a few contenders in recent years, a reliable alternative to delta-9 THC which allows the user to still pass a drug test after ingestion has not been established. Synthetic cannabinoids like K2 have been proven to bring along some unsavory side effects while delta-8 THC is likely to show up on a drug test. ... Read more

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Together In Transparency: RTC Partners With KCA Labs

Together In Transparency: RTC Partners With KCA Labs
Woody
Woody
June 27, 2022

Since CBD was federally legalized in 2018, it seems like a new CBD company has emerged nearly every week. While business has been booming, transparency hasn’t necessarily been commonplace alongside the boom. CBD customers should be able to trust any given product’s COA (Certificate of Analysis), but a history of discrepancies between some company COA’s ... Read more

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CBD Consumer Alert! — “Big Bang” Star Mayim Bialik Calls Out CBD Brands For False Advertisements

CBD Consumer Alert! — “Big Bang” Star Mayim Bialik Calls Out CBD Brands For False Advertisements
Woody
Woody
May 31, 2022

It’s become increasingly common for A-list celebrities to sponsor CBD products. However, former “Big Bang Theory” star Mayim Bialik just took to social media to distance herself from a few CBD gummy brands. In a recent post on Instagram, Bialik told her millions of followers that CBD companies are falsely claiming she endorsed their edibles. ... Read more

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Radicle Science CBD Trial Results

Radicle Science CBD Trial Results
Woody
Woody
May 29, 2022

People who are hesitant to try CBD often say they need to see more evidence that this hemp cannabinoid is safe and effective. Although universities have begun studying CBD, hemp has only been legal since 2018. It will take a few years to fully understand how CBD affects the endocannabinoid system. However, since the demand ... Read more

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