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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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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Researchers at the University of Wisconsin’s Crop Innovation Center have produced a genetically modified version of the hemp plant and the United States Department of Agriculture has concluded that it may be safely grown and bred in the United States. Interestingly enough, this new hemp strain, named “Badger G,” does not contain CBD or THC. ... Read more
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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