How to Choose CBD Oil
There are thousands of CBD oils on the market, and quality varies widely. Use this checklist to compare products and find one you can trust. 1. Read the lab report first The most important document is the Certificate of Analysis (COA). It should match the product and batch you are buying, list the amount of […]
Does CBD Show Up on Drug Tests?
If you are subject to drug testing at work or in sports, it is smart to ask whether a CBD product could cause a problem. Here is what you need to know. What drug tests look for Most workplace drug tests, including the common 5-panel urine test, screen for THC metabolites. They do not test […]
CBDA vs. CBD: What’s the Difference?
If you have read a CBD lab report, you may have noticed two lines: CBD and CBDA. They are closely related. CBDA is the form the hemp plant makes, and CBD is what it becomes after heat. What is CBDA? CBDA (cannabidiolic acid) is the acidic form of CBD. Living hemp plants do not make […]
CBD Oil in Coffee: How to Add CBD to Your Morning Cup
Adding CBD to coffee is one of the simplest ways to make it part of your routine. Here is how to do it well. How to add CBD to coffee Brew your coffee as usual. Measure your serving of CBD tincture with the dropper. Add it to the cup and stir well, or blend it […]
Why Is CBD So Popular?
Ten years ago few shoppers had heard of CBD. Today it is sold in grocery stores, coffee shops and online. Here are the main reasons CBD has grown so quickly, and what to look for if you are thinking about trying it. The 2018 Farm Bill made hemp legal The 2018 Farm Bill removed hemp […]
CBD Isolate vs. Full Spectrum CBD
When you shop for CBD you will see three terms on labels: isolate, broad spectrum and full spectrum. They describe how much of the hemp plant’s chemistry ends up in the final product. Here is how they compare. CBD isolate CBD isolate is purified cannabidiol, usually 99% pure or more, sold as a white crystalline […]
Is CBD Psychoactive? What CBD Does and Doesn’t Do
CBD (cannabidiol) is one of the most common compounds found in hemp. Because it comes from the same plant family as marijuana, many first-time buyers ask whether CBD will change how they think or feel. The short answer is that CBD is not intoxicating. Here is what that means and why it matters when you […]