CBD Oil: What is it? Where to find it?

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What is CBD?

"CBD, short for cannabidiol, is a chemical compound from the cannabis plant. It's a naturally occurring substance thats used in products like oils and edibles to impart a feeling of relaxation and calm. Unlike its cousin tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), it's not psychoactive." (health.com)

Meaning, CBD will not get you high. Because people can have reactions to any sort of medicine, vitamin, etc. it is recommended to introduce yourself to CBD under supervision, though only approximately 5% of people have reported an altered feeling after consumption. 

CBD is not FDA regulated, meaning quality control of your products is not measured by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. It is highly recommended to purchase your products through a company that sells third-party-tested products. "Third-party  certification means that an independent organization has reviewed the manufacturing process of a product and has independently determined that the final product complies with specific standards for safety, quality or performance." (nsf.org)

What is CBD used for?

CBD can be used for various ailments or health concerns such as the following:

• Arthritis pain
• Multiple sclerosis 
• Chronic pain
• Treating seizures and epilepsy
• Smoking cessation and drug withdrawal
• Anxiety 
• Reducing some of the effects of Alzheimer's
• Antipsychotic effects on people with schizophrenia 
• Future applications in combating acne, type 1 diabetes, and cancer*

*Taken from medicalnewstoday.com

Although CBD is not FDA regulated, according to Medical News Today, in "June 2018, the FDA approved one form of CBD as a treatment for people with two rare and specific kinds of epilepsy, namely Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) or Dravet syndrome (DS)."

Can I travel with CBD?

While on May 29th, 2018, the TSA released a new statement on their website ("Marijuana and certain cannabis infused products, including some Cannabidiol (CBD) oil, remain illegal under federal law except for products that contain no more than 0.3 percent THC on a dry weight basis or that are approved by the FDA.") it is recommended to check with your flights guidelines as well as where you are traveling from and where you are traveling to prior to bringing your CBD with you on a flight.

Favorite products:

Rosebud CBD

Photo via Rosebud CBD

• Founded by Alexis Rosenbaum
• Shop oils, salves, and carry all bag
• 350mg, 700mg, 1000mg options
• $55, $95, $125 (15 ml bottle respectively)
• Sun grown in Oregon
• Vegan, gluten free, non GMO, organic
• Contains less than 0.3% THC
• Third-party lab tested

Select CBD

As a Select affiliate, I may receive a commission for purchases made through this link

• Available in six flavors: Lavender, Spearmint, Grapefruit, Peppermint, Cinnamon, and Lemon
• Transportable without spillage
• 250mg
• $40
• Sourced in Oregon
  
• I have not been able to confirm that Select CBD products are third-party tested. I personally use this pen, but advise additional research before purchase.

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Are you a CBD user? What is your go to company for all of your favorite CBD products? Let me know in the comments or in our Facebook group!

- jamie

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Please note: I am not a medical professional. Any and all health concerns should be discussed with your doctor prior to use. 

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