As with its psychoactive counterpart, the question of addictive properties is omnipresent as CBD and other cannabinoids grow in the public’s awareness. So what is the reality? The CDC cites one study that estimates 3 out of 10 users will develop marijuana use disorder, which is defined as the use and preoccupation with marijuana to ... 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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Gluten doesn’t have the most outstanding reputation amongst nutritionists. Although there’s still debate over how much gluten impacts long-term health, more people seem to be developing allergies to this wheat compound. Data from Cleveland Clinic suggest about six percent of Americans are “gluten intolerant,” while one percent suffer from the more severe Celiac disease. Whatever ... Read more
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A few years ago, Disney landed in the US hemp industry’s “hot seat.” When the 69-year-old Hester Burkhalter visited Disney’s Magic Kingdom in 2019, security guards discovered CBD oil in her purse. Although Burkhalter explained she had a doctor’s recommendation for this supplement, authorities arrested Burkhalter and put her in a prison cell for 12 ... Read more
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The 2018 US Farm Bill gave farmers and consumers a precise definition of hemp flowers. If a cannabis strain has ≤ 0.3 percent delta-9 THC on a dry weight basis, it qualifies for federally legal hemp status. However, even if a CBD-rich flower has a smidge above this 0.3 percent cutoff, it’s technically illegal marijuana. ... Read more
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CBD supplements may be amazing, but they aren’t immune to the ceaseless march of time. As with every other food item, CBD oils will lose their potency the longer they sit unused. While CBD oils don’t “spoil” as fast as other supplements, they won’t have the same effectiveness after their “best by date.” Customers who ... Read more
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In recent years, the popularity of cannabis-derived compounds has been on the rise, with CBD (cannabidiol) and delta-8 THC (delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol) leading the pack. As their popularity grows, it’s key to understand the main differences between these two compounds, especially in terms of their interactions with the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and their overall effects. Let’s dive ... Read more
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The 2018 US Farm Bill may have legalized CBD products in the USA, but many retailers refuse to add this cannabinoid to their stores. Sure, a few significant shops like CVS have opened up to some CBD products, but it’s less likely consumers will find a ton of CBD items outside of specialty stores. The ... Read more
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CBD has a reputation for “mellowing out” customers. Therefore, it makes sense that people with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are skeptical about using this cannabinoid. After all, many customers use CBD oil to combat insomnia. If patients have CFS, they don’t need extra help with sedation. However, there’s emerging evidence that CBD may positively impact ... Read more
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