Following the legalization of hemp-derived CBD, there has been substantial growth in the popularity and availability of CBD oil and other products. People use CBD oil for many reasons, and it has become a regular part of their lives. While we’re learning a lot about CBD, there are still a few things that continue to…
People have been using cannabis for many purposes since ancient times. William Brooke O’Shaughnessy conducted one of the earliest known studies on the plant’s medicinal properties in 1839. His study was among the earliest experiments to show that people could use cannabis medicinally. He published his findings on the cannabis plant in the Journal of…
Everyone has a system in their body called the endocannabinoid system (ECS). This system works to keep the body in homeostasis. It also interacts with cannabis to help regulate mood, movement, and the immune system. The chemical compound cannabidiol, or CBD, is found in the cannabis plant. Research indicates that, like the other compounds found…
When you purchase a bottle of CBD oil, you may think that it will last forever on your shelf. But the truth is, there is a CBD expiration date — even if it’s not printed on the label. Does CBD oil go bad? The answer is yes. But if taken regularly, you’ll finish the bottle…
When you start to explore the potential uses of cannabidiol — or CBD, food is one of the most flexible options. Cooking with CBD lets you explore different recipes and reap any potential health benefits while enjoying flavors you already love. One of the easiest ways to try CBD oil is in a smoothie. Smoothies…
If you’ve walked into any health food store lately, or heard your friends talking, you’ve probably heard about CBD oil. CBD oil has many applications and potential new uses. You’re probably also a little overwhelmed by the number of factoids you’re supposed to be suddenly familiar with when it comes to CBD and the world…
The availability and variety of CBD products have exploded in recent years. One of the most popular ones on the market, however, is CBD tinctures. A tincture is a liquid extract that traditionally involves soaking fresh plant material in high-proof alcohol. Today, many tinctures involve combining the extracted cannabinoids and terpenes with a carrier oil. They…
A CBD tincture is a liquid extract of a hemp plant. The process typically involves soaking fresh hemp in high-proof alcohol to pull out CBD and other beneficial cannabinoids. While alcohol is the traditional solvent, you’ll also see plenty of products labeled as tinctures that use glycerin or oil (such as coconut or olive). Regardless…
In the past few years, the popularity of cannabidiol (CBD) products has exploded. Seemingly overnight, grocery stores, health and wellness stores, and other places you might not expect to see such items began carrying a vast selection on their shelves. CBD is a cannabinoid — one of more than 120 that are present in hemp…
CBD is a popular three-letter acronym — but what exactly is it, and what does it do? CBD stands for cannabidiol, one of the most prevalent cannabinoids in hemp and cannabis plants. While it’s an essential component of both plants, it doesn’t cause the well-known “high” that many people associate with medical and recreational cannabis.…
