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Straight answers about CBD: how to read a lab report, how CBD differs from THC, drug tests, safety and how to use our products.

CBD and Alcohol: Is It Safe to Mix Them?

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Research on combining CBD and alcohol is limited. Both can cause drowsiness, and both are processed by the liver. Here is what is known and how to be careful.

Can You Take Too Much CBD? Side Effects and Safety

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There are no known fatal CBD overdoses, but taking too much can cause side effects, and CBD can interact with medications. Here is what research shows and how to stay on the safe side.

Does CBD Make Your Eyes Red?

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Red, bloodshot eyes are linked to THC, not CBD. If a CBD product makes your eyes red, THC or something else is the more likely cause. Here is why, and how to check.

Does CBD Make You Hungry? CBD and Appetite Explained

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THC is known for increasing appetite. CBD is different, and in clinical trials decreased appetite was actually one of the side effects reported. Here is what the research shows.

Can You Drive on CBD? Safety, Research and the Law

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Research suggests CBD on its own does not impair driving the way THC does. But drowsiness and hidden THC are real risks. Here is what to know before you drive.

How Long Does CBD Stay in Your System?

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CBD can stay in your body for a few days to a few weeks. How long depends on how much you use, how often, how you take it and your own body. Here is what the research says.

Is CBD Addictive? What the Research Shows

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The World Health Organization has said CBD shows no signs of abuse or dependence potential. Here is what that means, how CBD differs from THC, and what to keep in mind.

Hemp Oil vs. CBD Oil: How to Tell Them Apart

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Hemp seed oil and CBD oil both come from hemp, but they are made from different parts of the plant and contain very different things. Here is how to tell them apart before you buy.

CBD on the Menu: What to Know About CBD Restaurants and Cafes

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CBD lattes, smoothies and desserts appear on menus in some places and are banned in others. Here is why the rules differ, what to ask before you order, and how to know what you are getting.

How to Read a CBD Lab Report (COA): A Line-by-Line Guide

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A certificate of analysis tells you what is actually in a CBD product. Here is how to read one, from the batch number to the THC line, with a worked example from one of our gummy jars.