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2020 CBD Prices: How Much is a kg of CBD Oil?
CBD prices can be hard to nail down for many reasons. When it comes to 'How much is a kg of CBD oil?' The answer will depend on many factors such as: Total quantity purchased Time of year (outdoor hemp is an annual crop) Price of hemp flower How many labs are available to extract CBD oil? How much does the lab charge to extract CBD oil? Does the oil need post-processing to clean up impurities? Type of CBD oil extract you are looking for Extraction method used (ethanol is... Read more...
What is Delta 8 THC and is it Legal?
Many people are starting to hear about the latest cannabinoid trend- delta 8 THC. Believe it or not, scientists have known about delta 8 THC since the 1970s. Leo E. Hollister M.D. and H. K. Gillespie B.A. wrote about the effects of delta 8 THC in humans in their 1973 paper, “Delta‐8‐ and delta‐9‐tetrahydrocannabinol; Comparison in man by oral and intravenous administration.”They write and explain that delta 8 THC has similar but slightly less potent effects than delta 9 THC, which is the main intoxicating cannabinoid in cannabis (with trace... Read more...
Have You Heard About the T1 Hemp Strain?
T1, T-1, or Trump-1 are all names for the T1 hemp strain. Behind T-1’s cheeky name (Trump) is a “tremendous” hemp flower. To start, the dense green buds have a distinct citrus and fruit aroma. T-1 hemp flower has subtle notes of blackberries and maple syrup. T-1 buds are rich in oily trichomes that make it wonderful for extraction and smoking or vaping. Reviewers love T-1’s powerful calming sensations.Table of ContentsT1 Hemp Strain Info Dominant citrus and fruity flavors T1 strain averages a 32:1 CBD versus THC ratio Calm and... Read more...
CBD Shelf Life and CBD Serving Size
CBD does not have a defined shelf life like many other consumable products. This is because the shelf life of CBD products varies based on the specific formulation and product type. Taking good care of CBD products, in general, helps to preserve their cannabinoids as well and quality.This does not mean throwing them in your refrigerator which can alter the consistency and formulation. But it does mean keeping products away from heat and light, and using them within a reasonable amount of time (under 6 months to a year if... Read more...
CBD Bioavailability: How much CBD are you getting?
How much CBD are you getting with CBD cooking recipes and edibles? What about when you smoke it or take a CBD tincture? CBD bioavailability is the biological process that decides this. Bioavailability is the fraction of a serving that actively enters the bloodstream. When you ingest, inhale, or topically apply a substance, not all of it makes it to your bloodstream!Table of ContentsCBD Delivery Methods vs Serving SizeVery little CBD actually makes it into your system when you take a CBD edible, CBD drink, CBD gummy, or CBD capsule.... Read more...
Is Dry Weed Normal? Dry Hemp Flower Isn't Defective
All cannabis flower is dried and cured after harvest, but some batches can be dry while others can be sticky. Many customers complain about dry buds of hemp or marijuana, but dry weed is normal. In fact, it may even be a better value. Whether you are buying hemp or marijuana, the dryness of the bud is a normal and inherent variable that is not a reason for a return or refund.Table of ContentsCBD Hemp Bud Dry Bud vs Sticky BudDry buds are not necessarily old or low quality. For... Read more...
CBD Cooking Recipes: CBD Food and Drink Myths Busted
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made it very clear that adding CBD to CBD cooking recipes, foods, and drinks is strictly off the menu! Despite their repeated direction that adding CBD to food and drinks is prohibited, these products persist on the market. What should you know before buying CBD gummies, CBD drinks, or attempting a CBD recipe? Mainly that it could a bad idea for more reasons than being federally illegal!Another big reason to pass on CBD cooking recipes and CBD edibles is their poor bioavailability (amount... Read more...
Can you take CBD and Prednisone?
CBD drug interactions arise mainly due to liver metabolism issues and present risks that consumers are not currently well aware of. The liver enzyme complex 'cytochrome P450' is responsible for the metabolism of over half of the drugs on the market today. These liver enzymes also metabolize CBD and Prednisone. https://www.instagram.com/p/B_2uvEpH4oY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link CBD and Prednisone Drug InteractionsDifferent compounds are metabolized in different ways by liver enzymes. Taking two compounds that are metabolized by the same enzymes can alter the way that both compounds act in the body. When you take CBD,... Read more...
Hawaiian Hemp Flower: Cat's Meow
Hawaiian hemp is off to a rough start, so it is hard to find Hawaiian hemp flower for sale. Hemp Industry Daily reports that in 2019, 30 hemp cultivation permits were granted, but about 50% of the Hawaiian hemp harvest had to be destroyed because it did not meet the 0.3% THC limit imposed by Hawaiian hemp laws.Hemp growers in Hawaii must follow the Hawaiian hemp cultivation program's rules and can plant approved hemp strains. There are very very few hemp strains that can actually comply with the 0.3% THC... Read more...
Canadian Hemp Laws: Is it legal to buy US CBD from Canada online?
The best answer to 'Is it legal to buy US CBD from Canada online?' is 'No.' It is not legal to buy US hemp online and ship it to Canada because they have totally different regulatory standards. For some time, Canada's hemp and CBD policies were unclear. Now they have a very stringent process for CBD and hemp flower sales and manufacturing under Canadian hemp laws.Canadian Hemp Laws: Selling US CBD in CanadaIn order for US CBD companies to legally sell their products in Canada, they must apply for approval... Read more...
UK Hemp Laws: Is it legal to buy US CBD from the UK online?
The best answer to 'Is it legal to buy US CBD from the UK online?' is 'No.' It is not legal to buy US hemp online and ship it to the UK because the UK has totally different regulatory standards. For some time, the UK's hemp and CBD policies were unclear. Now they have a very stringent process for CBD and hemp flower sales and manufacturing under UK hemp laws.Selling US CBD in the UKIn order for US CBD companies to legally sell their products in the UK, they must... Read more...
Buying CBD: The Plain Jane CBD Buyer’s Guide
Ready to buy your first CBD product but are not sure what to look out for? Buying CBD can be confusing because of the large variation in products that are available, the different methods used to formulate and produce them, and the different requirements of each state. Indeed, there is much to look for before buying CBD because if you aren’t careful, you could accidentally be in possession of an illegal product that is considered marijuana!CBD Buyer's Guide Table of ContentsQuick Tips for Buying CBD Is CBD legal in your... Read more...