New to CBD… where to start?
Whenever I'm talking with people who’ve never tried CBD, the question that always comes up is “What product do I try?” If you’re not familiar with CBD, making a decision may feel about as effective as playing a shell game.The other day I was taking my bike off the rack in my garage when my neighbor came up and inquired about CBD. We...
What is CBD?
CBD is short for cannabidiol. CBD has been shown to interact with the human body through the endocannabinoid system — a vast network of receptors which helps us maintain overall wellness and helps keep us in good health. Found in hemp, CBD is the most abundant of more than 80+ known naturally occurring cannabinoids. Specifically, CBD comes from...
How Does CBD Work?
To understand how CBD works, it’s important to understand what the Endocannabinoid System is. The human Endocannabinoid System (ECS) is a vast network of receptors spread throughout our entire body. It’s the body’s largest self regulatory system. Our ECS controls some of our most vital life functions, including our immune system, appetite,...
Which Type of CBD Product Should I Take?
Cannabis and its extracts, like CBD oil, can be consumed in an astounding number of ways. Most options fall into a few general categories, and each has its advantages and disadvantages. You’ll experience different effects if you use CBD-rich flower; swallow a gelcap, drop CBD oil under your tongue, or apply topically. Everybody processes cannabis...
CBD Dosage
Optimizing therapeutic cannabis use can be a challenge – for doctors as well as patients. Most physicians never learned about cannabis in medical school. According to a 2017 survey, few feel they are qualified to counsel patients about dosage, CBD: THC ratios, different modes of administration, and potential side effects. “Dosing cannabis is...
5 popular uses for CBD
Rarely has one supplement been the catalyst for such excitement or skepticism. So is CBD a wonder drug or simply snake oil? Fans of CBD are touting benefits for all sorts of illnesses and ailments. Scientists and researchers have also observed the benefits folks have experienced, including curbing anxiety to relief from pain caused...
Pain from inflammation keeping you inside? CBD could be the answer.
We all know physical activity and getting outside is vital to our physical and mental well-being. However, being active can come at a price. We may experience pain or swelling after physical activity. The driving force behind pain is inflammation and this becomes increasingly so as we age. As a result, unfortunately, many people quit their active...
CBD and Sleep
Many people are benefiting from CBD as a recovery aid from the aches and pains that can accompany an active lifestyle. In addition to pain relief from reduced inflammation, a good night's rest is also essential for recovery. The cannabis plant has long been used for medical purposes and some studies are demonstrating that CBD may also be an...
Hemp & CBD Oil: What’s the Difference?
You’ve probably heard of—and wondered about—CBD oil, a constituent of the hemp plant that’s being used in everything from topical creams to supplements. And even though CBD has been used as a medicinal cure for thousands of years around the world, it’s still shrouded in mystery—and fears that it will make you high, or that it’s not...
What’s the difference between hemp and marijuana?
Hemp does not equal marijuana So what’s the difference between hemp and marijuana? Hemp and Marijuana are both members of the cannabis family. The main difference between hemp and marijuana is the amount of THC. Marijuana contains, THC, that’s the stuff responsible for producing a high. Hemp, on the other hand produces no euphoric effect and...
The Difference Between CBD and THC
CBD is everywhere; oils, balms, cocktails, coffee, the list seems endless. However, recent studies reveal that the majority of Americans have never tried CBD. Further, most do not know the difference between CBD and THC.We believe if more people better understand the differences between CBD and THC, then more people would be receptive to trying CBD...
Full-Spectrum vs Broad-Spectrum CBD
Our journey to understanding the differences.If you’ve done any exploring of CBD you’ve likely come across products labeled as “full-spectrum” or “broad-spectrum”. What does this all mean and how do they differ?Understanding or sorting through any standardization of CBD can be confusing and frustrating, to say the least. As the founding...
What qualifies as non-pyschoactive?
Non-psychoactive means CBD products cannot contain more than .3% THC THC is the active ingredient in cannabis that produces a “high” or “intoxication”. Recreational cannabis typically contains high concentrations of THC generally anywhere from 10-25%. For medicinal CBD products to qualify as non-psychoactive and not produce a high or...
Is CBD Addictive?
CBD use by itself does not appear to be addictive. Because CBD does not produce intoxicating effects, may be the reason that CBD, by itself, doesn’t appear to have addiction-related properties. Current scientific evidence does suggest that heavy cannabis use may increase the risk of dependence in some people. However, CBD does not have...
Will taking CBD show-up on a drug test?
The short answer is no. Cannabidiol (CBD) should not show up on a drug test.However, it depends on the product’s quality and composition. Many CBD products contain trace amounts of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), this is marijuana’s main active ingredient that produces a “high”. In other words, if enough THC is present in a CBD product,...
Making the grade. What is a CBD Certificate of Analysis (COA) and why does it matter for consumer safety?
A Certificate of Analysis or “COA” is a report card that provides valuable information about the quality and make-up of a product’s hemp contents. A “COA” is just as crucial for the customer as it is for responsible CBD companies.Why is it so important to the consumer?Experts from Consumer Reports, The US Hemp Authority, and...
Why is third party testing important?
Third party testing is critical to ensure consumers are getting a big quality product that meets all government regulations for purity and consistency. When reviewing label test results it’s important to make sure that all lab results coincide with product individual product batch numbers. Production dates ensure that tests are up to date. All of...
Cannabis, an amazing multipurpose plant.
Cannabis is part of the plant family Cannabaceae. This small family consists of flowering plants that likely originated within the Northern Hemisphere's temperate regions, but has evolved and spread worldwide. Besides cannabis, the Cannabaceae family includes two hop species, whose female flowers are used for making beer. The leaves of hop plants...
Popular CBD Myths
From folks making wild claims (for or against) CBD to start-ups frivolously hawking CBD products in one form or another, it seems that everywhere you turn the subject of CBD is at the forefront. Like any wildly popular trend or burgeoning industry, misinformation (wether intentional or accidental) — can lead to misunderstanding. Following are a...
An Introduction to Terpenes
What are terpenes? Terpenes are a large and diverse group of volatile oils that are found in numerous plants. They’re also what gives cannabis its signature scent and flavor. The cannabis plant contains over 200 varieties of terpenes. In fact, you already experience terpenes in your everyday life. Simply put, terpenes determine how things smell....