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Happy 420 — Origins, Laws, and the Moment We’re In

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Happy 420 — Origins, Laws, and the Moment We’re In

1. The Origin Story: How 420 Became a Cultural Signal

420 began as a simple meeting time among a group of California high‑schoolers in 1971 — the Waldos — who used “4:20” as a code for gathering after school. What started as an inside joke traveled through music culture, especially Grateful Dead circles, and eventually became a universal shorthand for cannabis itself.

Over the decades, 4:20 p.m. became a daily ritual, and April 20th evolved into a cultural holiday — part celebration, part protest, part community gathering. The beauty of 420 is that it was never created by a corporation, a government, or a marketing team. It grew organically, carried by people who believed in freedom, curiosity, and connection.

That’s why the origin still matters. It reminds us that cannabis culture was built from the ground up — by people, not institutions.

2. The Current Landscape: State Laws in 2026

The United States now lives in a patchwork reality:

Medical cannabis is legal in the majority of states, including Florida, where the program continues to expand in patient count and product availability.
Adult‑use legalization has passed in many states, but not all — and the rules vary dramatically.
Federal law still classifies cannabis as illegal, creating contradictions in banking, research, interstate commerce, and patient access.
Hemp remains federally legal, but states continue to tighten rules around intoxicating hemp derivatives.

This patchwork creates confusion for patients, consumers, businesses, and law enforcement. It also creates opportunity — because every year, more states move toward reform, and public support continues to grow.

Even in states without adult‑use legalization, medical programs like Florida’s show that regulated access can coexist with safety, oversight, and economic benefit.

3. The Political Climate: Optimism with Realism

The political climate around cannabis in 2026 is defined by momentum, contradiction, and public demand outpacing policy.

Here’s what’s shaping the moment:

Public support for legalization remains high, across party lines, according to multiple national polls.
Congress continues to debate reform, including banking protections and rescheduling proposals, but progress is slow.
States are acting faster than the federal government, creating a widening gap between state policy and federal law.
Courts and regulators are increasingly involved in defining the boundaries of hemp, THC limits, and product safety.
Advocacy groups continue to push for expungement, patient rights, and equitable access.

Optimism is justified — the direction of travel is clear — but realism is necessary. Reform is happening, but not at the pace many expected. The next breakthroughs will likely come from a combination of state‑level action, federal administrative changes, and continued public pressure.

Commentary by Steven Smith

Advocate for Cannabis Reform, Founder of Inspirational Technologies & PAiNT Research

“I’ve always believed that cannabis reform is ultimately about people — patients, veterans, families, and communities who deserve access, safety, and honesty. I’m optimistic, but I’m also realistic. I’ve seen how slow the system can move, how politics can stall progress, and how misinformation can cloud public understanding. But I’ve also seen something stronger: the steady rise of informed citizens who refuse to let outdated laws define their lives.”

“The future of cannabis is not just about legalization — it’s about education, research, and responsible access. Vaporizers, for example, represent a safer, more controlled way for many people to consume. They reduce combustion‑related harms and allow for precise dosing. As technology improves, so will safety, consistency, and patient confidence.”

“420 is a celebration, but it’s also a reminder. A reminder that reform is unfinished. A reminder that millions still lack access. A reminder that science must guide policy, not stigma. And a reminder that the culture that created 420 — grassroots, hopeful, human — is still alive.”

“And yes — it’s 4:20 somewhere. In fact, it’s 4:20 forty‑eight times a day around the world. That’s forty‑eight reminders that progress continues, that community matters, and that the future is brighter than the past.”

Closing Thought

Two days before 420, the message is simple:
Honor the origin. Understand the laws. Stay engaged in the political moment. Celebrate responsibly. And keep pushing for a future where cannabis policy reflects science, compassion, and common sense.

🌿 CANNABIS LAWS BY STATE ( 2026)

Cannabis policy in the United States has evolved dramatically since California first recognized medical cannabis in 1996. Three decades later, the national landscape is a patchwork of adult‑use legalization, medical programs, decriminalization reforms, and a shrinking number of prohibition states.

As of 2026, most Americans live in a state where cannabis is legal in some form. Federal law still classifies cannabis as illegal, but state‑level reforms continue to expand, and public support for legalization remains at historic highs.

Below is the updated 2026 state-by-state breakdown.

✅ 2026 CANNABIS LEGALITY TABLE

Legend:

AU = Adult Use Legal
MED = Medical Legal
DEC = Decriminalized
CBD = CBD‑Only
IL = Illegal / Full Prohibition

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📊2026 Table

STATE	AU	MED	DEC	NOTES (2026)
Alabama	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only
Alaska	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Arizona	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Arkansas	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only
California	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Colorado	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Connecticut	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Delaware	✔️	✔️	✔️	Adult-use sales active
District of Columbia	✔️	✔️	✔️	Sales restricted by Congress
Florida	❌ (no 2026 ballot)	✔️	❌	Medical only
Georgia	❌	CBD	❌	Low‑THC oil only
Hawaii	✔️	✔️	✔️	Adult-use legalized 2024
Idaho	❌	CBD	❌	CBD‑only; prohibition otherwise
Illinois	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Indiana	❌	❌	❌	Full prohibition
Iowa	❌	CBD	❌	Limited low‑THC program
Kansas	❌	❌	❌	Full prohibition
Kentucky	❌	✔️ (2025 launch)	❌	New medical program
Louisiana	❌	✔️	✔️	Medical + decriminalized
Maine	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Maryland	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Massachusetts	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Michigan	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Minnesota	✔️	✔️	✔️	Adult-use legalized 2023
Mississippi	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only
Missouri	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Montana	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Nebraska	❌	❌	DEC	Decriminalized only
Nevada	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
New Hampshire	❌	✔️	DEC	Adult-use still pending
New Jersey	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
New Mexico	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
New York	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
North Carolina	❌	CBD	DEC	CBD‑only + decriminalized
North Dakota	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only
Ohio	✔️	✔️	✔️	Adult-use legalized 2023
Oklahoma	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only
Oregon	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Pennsylvania	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only
Rhode Island	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
South Carolina	❌	CBD	❌	CBD‑only
South Dakota	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only (adult-use overturned)
Tennessee	❌	CBD	❌	CBD‑only
Texas	❌	CBD	❌	Limited low‑THC program
Utah	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only
Vermont	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
Virginia	✔️	✔️	✔️	Adult-use legal; sales pending
Washington	✔️	✔️	✔️	Fully legal
West Virginia	❌	✔️	❌	Medical only
Wisconsin	❌	CBD	❌	CBD‑only
Wyoming	❌	CBD	❌	CBD‑only

📌 Closing

The national trend remains clear: more states are moving toward regulated adult-use markets, and medical access is now the norm across most of the country. While federal reform remains stalled, state-level legalization continues to expand, driven by voter initiatives, legislative action, and shifting public opinion.

How Do States Decide on Their Cannabis Laws?

For decades, states have been changing their cannabis laws through both ballot initiatives and the legislative process. In states including California, South Dakota and New Jersey, voters have directly approved measures legalizing medical cannabis, recreational cannabis or both.

State legislatures have been passing laws to allow medical cannabis since the 1990s. In 2018, Vermont became the first state to legalize recreational cannabis through its legislature rather than through a ballot initiative. Since then, legislatures in states including Illinois and Virginia have followed suit.

A state’s cannabis laws don’t address every detail of how its system works. Instead, the law creates a framework within which state agencies and local governments can make more specific rules.

What Is Medical Cannabis?

Medical cannabis, as the name suggests, is prescribed by a doctor to treat specific conditions and symptoms. Studies have shown that cannabis can help patients with a variety of health concerns, including:

Certain kinds of epilepsy.
Nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy treatments for cancer.
The loss of appetite and weight loss that can be caused by HIV/AIDS.

Scientists continue to study whether cannabis is an effective treatment for some symptoms of multiple sclerosis, chronic pain and other conditions.

How Do States Regulate Medical Cannabis?

Each state’s medical cannabis program is unique, but they share important similarities.

How Do States Regulate Medical Cannabis

A physician will examine a patient and, if appropriate, provide a certification that the patient has a condition that can be treated with medical cannabis. Each state has its own list of qualifying conditions.

Once a patient has a physician’s certification, they can be placed on the state’s medical cannabis registry and issued an identification card. This card entitles them to purchase cannabis at a dispensary — a state-regulated store that is authorized to sell cannabis products. The amount of cannabis someone with a medical cannabis card can possess varies by state.

Another important difference between states is whether they recognize other states’ medical cannabis cards. Individuals must follow the rules of the state they are in, not just the state that issued their ID.

What Is Cannabis Decriminalization?

In addition to implementing and refining medical cannabis programs, states are also continuing to address the question of how to regulate the nonmedical use and possession of cannabis. As the map shows, many states now allow adults to possess and use cannabis with some restrictions. Others have opted instead for decriminalization.

Decriminalization of cannabis does not mean legalization of cannabis. Instead, decriminalization can reduce the legal consequences of those caught possessing or using cannabis.

Decriminalization generally means criminal penalties are replaced with civil penalties. For example, police would issue a citation instead of making an arrest, would not punish an individual with a jail or prison sentence, and the incident would not appear on the individual’s criminal record.

It’s important to note that these more lenient punishments generally only apply to the first-time possession of smaller amounts of cannabis — harsher penalties can be imposed for multiple infractions or for possessing larger amounts.

What Is CBD?

The Cannabis sativa plant contains both delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) — the chemical compound found in medical and recreational cannabis — and cannabidiol (CBD). THC is psychoactive — it’s the chemical in cannabis that causes a “high.” CBD is not psychoactive. For this reason, many states have begun loosening restrictions on its use for medicinal and other purposes.

At both the state and federal levels, however, the law surrounding CBD remains complicated and unsettled. This is especially true when it comes to the presence of THC in CBD products. Since the two compounds are chemically similar and derived from the same plant, many CBD products contain some THC. Some states that allow CBD products but have more restrictive laws for THC have specified that CBD products may not contain more than a certain small amount of THC.

By isolating and extracting the CBD from Cannabis sativa plants, it is possible to create CBD-only products. Since these products contain no THC at all, they reduce some of the risk and uncertainty surrounding the production, sale and use of CBD.

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Navigating State Cannabis Laws

The laws addressing recreational cannabis, medical cannabis and CBD continue to evolve. We’ll continue to update our map to reflect changes to each state’s cannabis laws. If you have questions about how specific laws affect your cannabis business, you can always reach out to us — we’ll help you find the answers.

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What is CO2 Extraction? What Hemp and Marijuana Growers Need to Know.

What is CO2 Extraction? The Supercritical CO2 extraction process creates phase changes in carbon dioxide utilizing temperature and pressure.

CO2 is known as a “tunable solvent” making it extremely versatile for creating a multitude of end products by controlling temperature and pressure.

These phase changes create an environment to drop out differing weights of components in the plant material.

The unique design of the Hi-Flo™ Series systems allow for separation and collection of these constituents during a single extraction.

This enables collection of light essential oils separately from other desirable constituents and heavier lipids.

Supercritical CO2 fluid extraction (SCFE) methodology delivers a clean, unaltered, consistent-yet-flexible product.

Removable Molecular Components is a Positive Clean Alternative for CBD Extraction

CO2: Clean, Safe, Quick CO2 Extraction is good business.

It allows you to create a pure, clean, quality oil that is safe to produce with little-to-no post-processing.

Processes that use toxic solvents may require many hours to purge the solvent trapped in the oil.

Multiple industries have proven that the highest efficiencies in commercial processing utilize CO2. CO2 offers you the ability to “tune” the extraction process, especially with a system that will separate constituents during an extraction.

You can target specific compounds, like terpenes (terpenoids) and THC/CBD (cannabinoids) through different operational parameters.

CO2 is also a sanitizing agent, prolonging shelf life, and, with t

he proper system and environment, yields food and medical grade oils.

CO2 extraction is a safe, clean, and highly versatile method of extracting plant botanicals, nutraceuticals, hops, and hemp.

For the Originality in Extraction

Supercritical carbon dioxide (sCO₂) is the most widely used fluid for the Supercritical Fluid Extraction (SCFE) process across the globe. Not only is sCO₂ capable of extracting the required ingredients in their pristine form, the prime reason for the surging popularity of SCFE, it also makes the process more manageable, economical, and safe.

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Buffalo Extraction Systems Carbon dioxide (CO₂) Supercritical Fluid Extraction (SCFE) Plant

These days, “clean label” products are selling like hot cakes. Increasingly health-conscious customers are placing a premium on natural ingredients in the food, pharmaceutical, beverage, and neutraceutical products they consume. Now, clean label is a broad term with various meanings – organic, natural, locally grown, non-GMO . . . the list goes on. Some even take it to link its maker to more transparent work practices.

Alternative processes such as Solvent Extraction and Hydro distillation leave behind harmful residues. Plus, they distort the ingredient being extracted. That is, the ingredient does not retain its natural purity. Regulations have caught up with public demand and impose exacting conditions to ensure the quality and safety of products by limiting toxic residues. One more reason to rely on CO₂ SCFE.

What Makes Supercritical Carbon dioxide (sCO₂) an Exceptional SCFE Solvent?

Carbon dioxide and water are the most widely employed supercritical fluids. sCO₂ makes such a useful supercritical fluid because:

Has a critical temperature of 31.10C, which is around the ambient temperature improving its compatibility with temperature-sensitive compounds.
Has a more manageable critical pressure of 73.9 bar.
Is non-flammable and non-toxic.
Has a customizable density to upgrade its solvent power.
Is available in ample quantities and in pure form; and
Has a comparatively low cost.

Although CO₂ is a greenhouse gas (GHG), the SCFE process using CO₂ becomes eco-friendly if the gas is captured from the atmosphere and recycled.

Carbon dioxide Supercritical Fluid Extraction (CO₂ SCFE)

Solvent Extraction employs organic solvents to dissolve the ingredient from the raw material. Later, it separates the organic solvent from the dissolved ingredient. The problem is, organic solvents do not completely disassociate from the ingredient, leaving behind residues.

Parameter	Solvent Extraction	SCF Extraction
Solvent traces in final product	Yes	Zero
Heavy metal content in final product	Yes	Zero
Inorganic salt content in final product	Yes	Zero
Similarity with the actual components to be extracted in terms of Colour and Flow Characteristics	Less: because polar compounds get dissolved.	More: because low operating temperatures and selective extraction of CO₂.

Table 1. SCFE Vs Solvent Extraction

That is, the ingredient loses its natural purity. What is more, it may develop a certain degree of toxicity. But the concerns on using organic solvents for extraction go beyond toxicity for the individual. Some solvents are ozone depleting substances, and their use negatively impacts the environment.

Hydro distillation i.e., the use of water and steam distillation inherently employs heat, something that thermally degrades the ingredients. Again, the ingredient, when extracted, is no longer available in its pure form.

Parameter	Steam Distillation	SCF Extraction
Extraction of essential, non-volatile oils	Not possible	Possible
Extraction of highly volatile oils	Not possible	Possible
Oxidation and Hydrolysis (undesirable)	Possible	Not possible
Similarity of essential oils with the extracted component in terms of Form, Aroma, and Physical Characteristics	Less	More

Table 2. SCFE Vs Steam Distillation

As a process that holds the United States FDA’s “Green Technology” approval, CO₂ SCFE enjoys sizable international clout. One reason for its eco-friendly nature is that it does not generate effluents, automatically eliminating pollution control hassles and costs.

Examined in the context of the limitations of hydrodistillation and solvent extraction, CO₂ SCFE delivers a much better performance on all fronts during the extraction of:

Plant-based Ingredients: Solvent extraction oxidizes the ingredient that lends color and aroma. Similarly, steam distillation acts strongly and ends up altering the component’s aroma. SCFE acts mildly, thereby avoiding such unwanted changes while also delivering cleaner, fresher, and crispier extracts.
Herbal Medicines: CO₂ SCFE is preferred over hydrodistillation when extracting essential oils because it does not thermally degenerate the oil. It is also replacing solvent extraction for seed oil separation as the solvent cannot be completely disassociated from the seed oil.
Astaxanthin Extraction from Haematococcus pluviales: CO₂ SCFE gives superior results vis-à-vis solvent extraction that employs acetone and hexane. These solvents cannot tell between astaxanthin and the astaxanthin-lipid mixture, both of which occur inside Haematococcus pluviales. As a result, these solvents deliver a low-concentrate extract.
Beer, Wine, and Blended Alcohol: CO₂ SCFE lowers the alcohol content of wine to a bare minimum while leaving its organopletic features undisturbed. The process also extracts the original versions of hop flavors while extending their life, thereby acting as a natural preservative for beer.

Organopletic properties of wines are their aroma, fruitiness, crispiness, sweetness, and freshness. Hop is the plant whose flower imparts the prized bitter taste to beer.

Phytochemicals: Because supercritical CO₂ is naturally nonpolar, it can better distinguish between volatile, non-polar, and low molecular weight phytochemicals [14].

The selectivity of SCFE is an asset here as it can separate anthocyanin from the pulp of Euterpe oleracea at a certain pressure while extracting phenolic phytochemicals from that very pulp at another pressure.

Algae:

Carotenoids: Hiking the pressure and temperature of the CO₂ SCFE process boosts the efficiency of carotenoid extraction. Utilizing the solvent extraction process for the same consumes large quantities of solvent, takes longer, and delivers impure and deficient yields.
Antioxidants: Employing CO₂ SCFE on Haematococcus pluvialis, a microalgae, gives good yields of lutein, astaxanthin, and fatty acids.
Fatty Acids: CO₂ SCFE is able to better differentiate between different fatty acids as compared to pyrolysis / thermal liquefaction and solvent extraction via hexane, the traditional methods for fatty acid extraction. Besides, these conventional techniques are slower.
Sterols: CO₂ SCFE enables solvent-free extraction of phytosterols that are safe for use in the food and beverages industries.

The Verdict

People the world over are shifting to natural alternatives – natural medicine, natural food, natural beverages – in realization to the long-term side effects that synthetic products, possibly laced with toxic residues, can unleash on health and overall wellbeing.

Effectively this means, the SCFE process and, more specifically, the CO₂ SCFE process, are here to stay . . . for ages.

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The Amount of Misinformation about CBD is ASTOUNDING! Gives Pause to the Real “Stuff”.

Over the past few years, CBD has taken the world by storm. Daily, I see claims that CBD “cures” a myriad of ills.

As a holistic nurse practitioner and certified herbalist for more than 30 years, those exaggerated claims “push my buttons”, for a variety of reasons.

How Do Cannabinoids Work?

We all have an Endocannabinoid System (ECS), and it is just as important as our Respiratory System, Cardiovascular System, or Immune System. The ECS is the “orchestra conductor” of the body.

It regulates multiple systems to achieve balance and harmony. The ECS operates behind the scenes to support the wisdom of every cell of the body and coordinate the functions of cells, tissues, glands and organs. (3, 4)

The ECS has three primary functions (2):

To balance hormones (sex hormones, thyroid hormones, stress hormones) for calm, relaxation, healthy metabolism & healthy stress response

To balance brain chemistry for optimal learning, focus, memory, concentration, mood, and restorative sleep

To support healthy cell function, including modulating inflammation and healthy immune response

Where Do Cannabinoids Come From?

Cannabinoids are not foreign to the human body. We manufacture them internally. (Endogenous cannabinoids are even found in human breast milk.) The issue is that our native cannabinoids are used up quickly when under physical or emotional stress. Supplemental plant-based cannabinoids attach to the same cell receptors in our bodies to support our innate ECS in performing its vital functions. They are a healthy insurance policy.

Several well-known plants contain cannabinoids. We automatically think of cannabis, since it is the richest source of these compounds. Both hemp and marijuana contain an assortment of cannabinoids, but marijuana is much higher in THC, the psychoactive molecule that makes you “high”. Hemp contains higher levels of CBD and other therapeutic compounds and extremely low levels of THC.

Additional plant sources of cannabinoids include well known plants like sunflowers, echinacea, black truffles, black pepper, and cacao.

You need to know that cannabidiol (CBD) is just one of approximately 400 therapeutic compounds found in the cannabis plant. CBD is extremely popular, but often misunderstood. The amount of misinformation about CBD is astounding!

Let’s take a look at the FACTS:

The cannabis family includes both hemp and marijuana. Marijuana contains a much higher percentage of THC, a psychoactive compound that can make you “high.” Depending on the variety, marijuana may contain anywhere from 5% to 30% THC. The average is about 12%.

By law, industrial hemp can only contain up to 0.3% THC (3 parts per 1,000). Hempsmart’s CBD based products are all derived from organically grown premium hemp.

CBD Isolate contains only the CBD molecule from the hemp plant. That single molecule is extracted from approximately 400 therapeutic compounds naturally found in hemp. It has some therapeutic effects, but only a small fraction of the entire plant’s potential benefits. Mother Nature has assembled a rich blend of synergistic plant compounds in the hemp plant. They are designed to function in harmony for a powerful “Entourage Effect.”

While some slick advertising claims that CBD Isolate is the “purest” form of CBD, that is because it is purely CBD, a single molecule, lacking the other synergistic plant compounds.

(1) This is the least expensive way to produce a CBD product. I compare it to purchasing a beautiful home with a great living room, but no kitchen or bath. It does not do a comprehensive job of meeting your daily needs.

Full Spectrum CBD (more accurately described as full spectrum hemp extract) contains all of the naturally occurring compounds found in the hemp plant. This full array of plant components works synergistically to support the ECS. The important Entourage Effect exists with full spectrum CBD. The downside is that full spectrum compounds contain the psychoactive component, THC.

It is true that THC has some beneficial effects, but some individuals should NOT use THC. Children, seniors, individuals with certain medical conditions, and those who are required to be drug tested, should avoid THC unless there is a specific indication for using that compound. Drug testing is designed to detect the breakdown products of THC, specifically. THC may also cloud mental acuity, even in small amounts. If you are looking for comprehensive support of your health, without the potential side effects of THC, then a premium quality broad spectrum hemp extract will best meet your needs.

Broad Spectrum CBD (more accurately, broad spectrum hemp extract) can provide the best of both worlds – the important benefit of the Entourage Effect without the potential problems sometimes associated with THC. The integrity of complementary cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids and other phytonutrients are included and provide the Entourage Effect. Broad Spectrum formulas generally omit the THC that can cloud mental acuity in some individuals and may also show up on a drug test.

NOTE: Every batch of every hempsmart product is verified, by an independent certified laboratory, to be THC-FREE. That means that there is no detectable level of THC. The integrity of other complimentary cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and other phytonutrients is maintained for the important Entourage Effect.

Safe and Effective CBD-based Formulas

There are some very good hemp-based products in the marketplace and many that are NOT worth your money. They certainly are not worth risking your health! Because there is little to no regulation on the quality of CBD formulas, it is important that you be a savvy consumer and make a well-informed decision. Do your homework right here and learn how to choose a legitimate non-toxic CBD formula that can support your health, without undesirable toxins and side effects.

Comprehensive Independent Lab Testing

In addition to knowing what IN your CBD products is, it is essential to know what NOT in them is! Hemp is good for the planet because it helps to clean the environment. It is quite effective at pulling toxins like pesticides and heavy metals from the soil. Any reputable hemp-based product should be validated by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), from a certified independent laboratory. You should be able to see proof of testing for cannabinoid profile (including THC), terpenes, heavy metals, pesticides, bacteria, mold, and solvents. Every batch of every product should be tested, with the COA’s available for you to examine.

Beware of Exaggerated Claims:

You will see ads for CBD claiming to treat, prevent or “cure” a variety of illnesses or medical conditions. It is ILLEGAL to claim or imply that CBD treats or “cures” any disease (per decree of the FDA & FTC). it is also just not accurate! CBD does not treat or cure any diagnosis. What it does is much more powerful!

A premium quality broad spectrum CBD formula supports the wisdom of every cell of the body, thru the action of the ECS. It works at a foundational level to help maintain balance at a cellular level. A reputable, scientifically validated broad-spectrum hemp extract supports the ECS to function as a masterful “orchestra conductor” of the body so that balance and harmony is maintained between the cells, organs, gland and tissues. This is the foundation of wellness. (4)

The human body is designed to be resilient and resistant to health challenges. The best CBD based products are formulated with scientifically verified purity, potency, and integrity to support the healthy structure and function of your body and mind. Don’t buy “hype.” Invest in scientifically proven RESULTS.

Demand to see the Certificate of Analysis (COA) from an independent certified lab. That COA should include not just the cannabinoid and terpene content, but also the proof of a passing score on pesticides, heavy metals, bacteria, mold, foreign contamination and residual solvents.

At hempsmart, we are scientifically driven in our mission: Enhancing and Improving Lives.

We’re in this together.

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Resources:

https://www.projectcbd.org/science/pure-cbd-better

https://www.projectcbd.org/science/endocannabinoid-discovery-timeline

https://www.projectcbd.org/news/quick-hits/cbd-neurogenesis

https://www.projectcbd.org/wellness/endocannabinoid-system-biology-wellness-video

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CBD Advertising, How Cannabis Legalization Has a Roadmap to Follow

It’s not every day that a product manages to grasp the attention of a global consumer market within such a short space of time.

However, cannabidiol – or “CBD” as most people call it – has contributed to a surge of enthusiasm in the medical market.

Perhaps one of the most frequently discussed cannabinoids, CBD controls an industry of its own and is on-track to harvest a generous $16.32 billion in the United States by 2026.

CBD Advertising, How Cannabis Legalization Has a Roadmap to Follow

Demand for effective CBD marketing is on the rise and there is no wonder why. So far, scientists have successfully isolated 113 of the leafy green plant’s active chemical compounds.

Formerly, the cannabis community firmly focused its attention on the plant’s psychoactive constituent TH-Cbd (tetrahydro-cannabinol) — but now, thanks to a swelling smorgasbord of scientific evidence pointing to the therapeutic potential of cannabis and hemp’s non-psychoactive chemical compound CBD, the market is constantly evolving.

CBD is enticing a diverse group of consumers from all ages — and even pets.

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If you are cashing in on the “Green Rush”

Mand are wondering how to market CBD products effectively and legally, then you will need to use an effective strategy.

Before you kick-start an online business selling CBD oil and alternative products, understand the rules behind marketing CBD oil so you can align your business with statewide laws.

What is CBD?

CBD Molecule

CANNABIDIOL

A substance that does not induce feelings of psychoactivity, cannabidiol, or “CBD” as it is most commonly known, can be extracted from either the hemp or marijuana plants.

The vast majority of products featured in CBD advertising strategies will be extracted from industrial hemp.

CBD falls into two main product segments: food grade, and therapeutic grade.

Based on a reports, therapeutic grade CBD constitutes the vast majority of market share, with this segment accounting for 59.90% of the market in 2018.

A Running History of CBD’s Legal Status As more people start to learn about CBD’s non-psychoactive properties and discover that it could actually present consumers of all ages with an opportunity to amplify their health/wellness routines, minus the high, the Internet is becoming suffused with cannabinoid-rich content.

Before you start creating content for your CBD marketing campaign, take into account the following facts about CBD’s legal status:

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1. Recently, legalization has swept across much of the U.S.

Up until a few years ago, marijuana and hemp were illegal across the entire United States on both the federal and state levels.

However, public and political perception of marijuana is most certainly evolving. Thanks to a number of ballot and voter-approved initiatives, marijuana has been legalized in some form in a total of 33 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

However, it is still federally illegal. While some states have legalized marijuana merely for medical purposes, others have gone as far as to legalize it on a recreational scale.

Soaring demand for cannabis-containing products is putting pressure on businesses to properly navigate the complex patchwork of regulations associated with the nascent industry.

2. 2019: Farm Bill and FDA hearings.

In December of last year, President Donald Trump signed the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill, PL 115-334) (the “2018 Farm Bill”) into effect, which removed hemp from the Controlled Substances Act and maintains FDA’s authority to regulate certain hemp-containing products.

Despite the fact that commercial hemp cultivation was legalized throughout the U.S. following the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill, there has been much confusion regarding whether or not hemp-derived CBD products can legally be marketed and sold.

The FDA must treat hemp-derived CBD-containing products just like any other regulated product. However the agency has vowed to explore various regulatory pathways that will safeguard the health of patients and the general public.

3. Is CBD legal now?

Pay attention to reputable sources that publish the most recent updates regarding the legality of CBD in the U.S., such as this one. Obtain advice from an attorney. The cannabinoid’s legal status is dependent not only on federal law but also on the state in which you reside.

Why CBD Marketing is So Important

The CBD marketing craze is well and truly upon us. Everywhere you look online, whether it is in the form of a CBD-focused advert that grasps your attention on Facebook, a search engine optimized CBD advertising campaign that points to an online store via Google, or a captivating Instagram story with a ‘Swipe-up’ link directing visitors to a website, the surge in CBD marketing is hard to ignore.

1. Finding new customers.

According to a study conducted by High Yield Insights, approximately 40% of U.S. consumers aged 21 and above claim that they would consider trying CBD. This figure will grow and so, finding customers by tapping into the power of CBD marketing is essential. Customers want your help and so, you need to be the one to give it to them!

2. Differentiating your brand.

The CBD space is well and truly bursting at the seams, with more companies being established on a daily basis. This does not mean that you should give up on your dreams of earning money with CBD marketing but rather, learn how to stand out and differentiate your brand from the rest.

This is possible by providing your audience with constant education. Engage with your audience by creating compelling video content, carry out industry surveys and don’t be afraid to show consumers how they can benefit from your services. You might also consider focusing on a particular niche.

3. Retaining customers.

CBD marketing can help you attract recurring customers. Affiliate marketing is a great way of building high retention rates, but only the big brands tend to attract affiliates, proving the importance of building brand awareness. Featuring legitimate customer testimonials on your website that make statements in compliance with all laws will boost your reputation and keep customers returning for more. Send out newsletters, offer discounts for recurring customers and encourage them to invite a friend in return for a free product if you want to achieve better overall engagement and increase the likelihood of customers returning.

Conducting surveys will make you aware of customer needs/wants and will alert you about areas where you might be failing to satisfy customers. You may also want to focus on problem-solving, providing ongoing support and of course, staying in touch with your customer base!

What Can’t You Say With CBD Advertising?

While it might be tempting to boast about CBD’s medicinal properties to the whole world via online CBD marketing, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not approve of this. Avoid the following to sidestep potential repercussions.

1. Health and Medical claims. You might have read claims online hailing CBD as a miracle cannabinoid that can be used to combat a wide scope of medical conditions, diseases and ailments, such as epilepsy, cancer, arthritis, insomnia and chronic pain. It is imperative that you hold off on making any health or medical claims.

The FDA certainly does not approve of this and will take your marketing campaign offline before you can say “CBD!”. “Deceptive marketing of unproven treatments raises significant public health concerns, as it may keep some patients from accessing appropriate, recognized therapies to treat serious and even fatal diseases,” reads an official statement from the former commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Scott Gottlieb, M.D.

2. Untested assumptions. Although it is possible to spotlight the potential medical benefits of integrating CBD into a daily health and wellness routine, it is not possible to legally advise customers about treating their specific medical condition, disease or ailment with CBD.

Only a doctor can do this, so don’t make the mistake of assuming that just because you read it somewhere, it is true. Every single thing you say (including consumer reviews, testimonials, social media posts, marketing, and claims made on any forum where the consumer may see the product) when trying to lure in buyers with an online CBD marketing campaign must be backed up by reputable sources and cited where/when necessary. Claims must always be substantiated, credible and authentic and avoid making disease or health claims. Anything that cannot be proven simply cannot be used in your marketing material, so just remember this.

3. Anything that has not been approved by the FDA. According to the FDA, all CBD products must comply with the applicable laws, including the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). The FDA has taken the position that it is not lawful to add CBD to food, dietary supplements, and pet foods. This rule applies, even if the product is defined as containing the hemp plant. Because of this, you must practice caution when conducting CBD marketing efforts. For example, cannabinoids cannot currently be sold as dietary supplements, nor can they be added to FDA-approved ingredients and sold legally.

CBD Advertising Restrictions in 2019 Despite being legalized following President Donald Trump’s signing of the 2018 Farm Bill in December 2018, advertising options are currently limited. The 2018 Farm Bill removed hemp from the Controlled Substances Act and was integrated into the 2018 United States Farm Bill, which was effectuated in December 2018. When the federal government changes its stance on marijuana, likely so too will the rules for CBD r creation. Unfortunately for ‘cannapreneurs’, Google and Facebook – two of the world’s dominating ad-buying platforms – have not yet permitted advertising for marijuana-derived CBD, but hemp-derived CBD products are now being considered. Make yourself aware of the following CBD advertising restrictions in 2019 to avoid potential pitfalls:

1. Facebook. You cannot advertise cannabis-derived CBD on Facebook. Then again, if your focus is primarily the hemp-derived product, you’re in luck. As of June 26, 2019, Facebook announced it would be lifting its ban on CBD products, meaning that advertisers can now publish ads promoting topical hemp products via the social networking platform.

The great thing about this is that advertisers have the privilege of including a direct link to a landing page, from which consumers can promote products and link directly to their website. However, this is subject to change and may not last forever; Facebook has always forbidden CBD ads due to the cannabis plant’s illegal status and previously, CBD-focused ads were blocked outright.

2. Google Ads (Adwords). If you decide to run a Google AdWords advertisement promoting CBD products, you run the risk of your ad being taken down and will possibly be penalized from publishing future advertisements, even if they are not CBD marketing ads.

On a more positive note, Google recently asked a number of companies in the CBD space to participate in a trial run for CBD advertising on its platform. The results are yet to be revealed.

3. Twitter. Unfortunately for CBD marketers, you won’t be able to run ads on Twitter. Why, you ask?

Because Twitter does not permit advertising for illicit substances, not to mention herbal drugs, thus eliminating CBD completely. This is not to say that you have to stop using Twitter for marketing efforts however, since this platform’s advertisement policy is only applicable for products that are being promoted by means of paid advertising. Examples of some effective ways in which you can reap the rewards of Twitter include posting information about new products and linking back to your website, publishing informative and relevant information that will be well-received by the cannabis community, as well as building brand awareness with frequent posting and engagement. Refrain from making any health or disease claims about CBD, because this could cost you your account and possible FDA enforcement.

4. Instagram. The policies put into place by Instagram regarding CBD advertising are fairly similar to the rules laid out by Twitter. However, Instagram users are not penalized as often as Twitter users when advertising CBD oil and related products, since Instagram does not seem to monitor CBD marketing quite as much as Twitter does. Nonetheless, you shouldn’t put all your eggs in one basket with Instagram; the app can permanently shut down your account if you try to specifically sell a product. Instead, focus on educating your audience by linking back to your blog or resharing content from other CBD-focused Instagram pages. Stay on top of your Instagram game by posting exciting and relevant images that reflect your CBD marketing campaign and brand. You can also use Instagram to publish videos. What’s more, the social media platform enables users with a business profile to include direct web links via the ‘Story’ feature, as well as on their profile bio.

The Key to Marketing a CBD Company: Brand CBD might just be a cannabinoid, but it’s not just any old cannabinoid.

This unique naturally-occurring chemical compound has victoriously leaped over hurdles that skeptics once thought were impossible to overcome. It has successfully broken through barriers and filtered its way into the mainstream market, where branding is critical for staying afloat.

6 Strategies to Market CBD Online Estimated retail sales of CBD consumer products could reach $16 billion by the year 2025. This is according to industry analysts from Cowen Research. Tapping into this consumer market requires a great deal of diligence, consistency and patience. By marketing hemp-derived CBD effectively with the following methods, you can master the art of learning how to sell CBD online.

1. Focus on SEO. Perhaps one of the most organic ways to build your brand on the Internet is by paying close attention to search engine optimization, better known as SEO. Although this method can be somewhat difficult to execute, the cost is usually a lot lower than it is for alternative methods of advertising. Hiring an SEO expert to help is often the best way to ensure your money and time are well spent. Additionally, you need not fret about breaking the CBD marketing rules. However, please be aware SEO “keywords” will be considered as marketing and advertising materials if the FDA is investigating any health or disease claims. Practicing proper SEO will ensure that you are seen as a trusted thought leader in the nascent industry and will enable web visitors to find your site based on what they are searching online.

2. Grow content. Content creation can fit in seamlessly with your SEO plan, due to the fact that SEO focuses on the implementation of suitable high-volume keywords and phrases throughout blog posts, articles, product descriptions and web content. Get in the habit of sharing your content on social media platforms and watch the traffic grow! Carefully curated content will bolster your credibility as an authoritative and influential leader in the CBD industry.

3. Attend trade shows. Word of mouth marketing has always been (and continues to be) one of the most powerful forms of marketing.

Consider attending industry trade shows for an opportunity to meet with other industry players face-to-face, as well as to assess the competition. Not only this, but at trade shows like the CBD Expo Tour, you can also demonstrate what your brand has to offer and get people on your side. By doing so, there’s a possibility of attracting a new audience and potentially, investment for your CBD advertising strategy.

4. Build an affiliate network. Affiliate marketers are valuable people who can help to inform the world about your product, without you having to lift a finger.

According to industry data, affiliate marketing expenditure will inflate by 10% over the next few years. Worth a whopping $12 billion, affiliate marketing accounts for 15% of all digital media revenue and back in 2017, web users clicked on affiliate marketing links over five billion times!

If that wasn’t enough to blow your mind, consider the fact that global affiliate marketing transactions surpassed $170 million during the same year! Some trusted affiliate networks include ShareASale, CannAffiliate and Clickbank.

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5. Use influencer marketing. Aim to include as many marketing tactics in your CBD campaign as possible.

The more diverse your marketing campaign, the better the chance of attracting your target market and turning over a rather healthy profit from CBD marketing.

Influencer marketing is a fantastic way of doing this and it is one of the fastest-growing segments in the marketing world today, with 17% of companies claiming to spend more than half of their marketing budget on influencers.

This year, 65% of influencer marketing budgets are predicted to inflate. Of course, an influencer that is compensated in any way must follow FTC guidelines and conspicuously disclose their connection to the brand being promoted.

6. Utilize email marketing. Another marketing method that should not be ignored is email marketing. Although this is one of the oldest forms of online marketing, it maintains its efficacy at attracting customers from all corners and all walks of life. Sending coupons and deals to your existing newsletter subscribers/customers is a fantastic way to get the word out about products and improve customer relationships and retention.

Keep Your Eyes and Ears Open

The nascent CBD industry may present you, the marketer, with some challenges; regulators are still smoothing things out. Nonetheless, the results can be incredibly rewarding if you learn to stay abreast of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to hemp-derived CBD marketing and selling CBD-containing products online. Focus on the following:

1. CBD legal changes. It’s no secret that cannabis consumption is becoming normalized. More than 94 million people in the U.S. have admitted to using it at least once and with legislation spreading like wildfire, this figure is increasing by the day. Nonetheless, hemp-derived CBD marketing poses some challenges due to market volatility. Often, this is triggered by the hazy status surrounding CBD legality. Local, state and federal laws are shifting constantly, so stay alert.

2. Advertising restrictions. The information contained in this article is accurate at the time of writing. Ho is subject to change, depending on whether or not advertisers decide to amend their rules in the foreseeable future.

3. Cannabis news. Remember to pay close attention to any news about the cannabis space, both marijuana and hemp, since there’s a good chance it will have an impact on CBD. Some of the best cannabis news resources include: High Times, Canna Law Blog, and Marijuana Business Daily. Subscribe to RSS feeds and email newsletters – just as a customer would do on your website/blog/online store, once it is up and running – so as to ensure you never miss a trick.

What Advertisers Need To Do Next

For newbie marketers who want to capitalize on the profit potential associated with the CBD market, there are certain steps worth taking to get one step ahead of the competition. Some of the best CBD oil marketing strategies include:

1. Keyword research. Before a customer lands on the homepage for your online CBD store, they will have typed a keyword or query relating to the product they want into a search engine like Google. Be the website that Google ranks on the first page by conducting proper keyword research! You can integrate keywords into titles, meta tags, picture descriptions, video descriptions and more.

2. Search Engine Optimization (SEO). With your chosen keywords and phrases, integrate them into an SEO-optimized site that is targeted to your niche market. Submit your website to directories, create meta tags and always include strategically-placed search phrases on pages for the maximum return on your SEO-optimized CBD marketing strategy.

3. Content marketing. Whether you decide to outsource your content marketing to an expert in the industry – this is a highly recommended time-saving strategy that ensures quality content and rules out plagiarism – or write the content yourself, you should not ignore the potential of curating keyword-friendly, informative content that keeps people returning for more.

4. Link building. The link-building marketing technique never gets old. Guest posting on authority sites in return for a link back to your website will enable your site to climb higher on the search engine rankings. In addition to getting inbound links, don’t forget to create outbound links from your website/blog that point to authority sites in the cannabis and hemp markets if you want to attract extra traffic. Please note, linked content can be considered part of your advertising materials.

Linking to articles, scientific studies, and testimonials does not shield or remove you from the claims that are made on the linked content. Commercial use of scientific publications to promote the product’s sale, including simple references to scientific studies or general research, discussing potential health benefits may still be considered to be drug claims made about the product.

5. Analytics. There is nothing quite as motivating as monitoring your progress with a CBD marketing campaign and noticing that the results are improving as time progresses.

Various types of software can be utilized to view site analytics, including:

Optimizely, SEMrush, and Kissmetrics.

Attitudes about cannabis are changing on a global scale and by getting in at the ground floor now with CBD marketing, you can establish yourself as a well-respected brand before the market gets overly saturated. Feed your industry knowledge by reading the news on a daily basis.

This will enable you to make a mark on the industry at large, as well as establish trust and loyalty among your customer base.

Conclusion In spite of the fact that the major social networking platforms do not currently allow CBD advertising, there are ways to sidestep this predicament.

Combined, social media and content marketing provides the perfect opportunity for CBD marketers to educate their audience and build brand awareness, without using aggressive selling techniques that could get your account banned.

For the best chance of success at making money from the “Green Rush”, perform adequate research prior to launching a CBD marketing campaign to better understand the limitations associated with the CBD industry, federally, in each state, and online.

Ahead of your brand launch, make sure all claims you make are authentic, substantiated and are accompanied by credible scientific support.

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Research on CBD for Fibromyalgia

Research on CBD for fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder that causes musculoskeletal pain in addition to:

It mostly affects women, and currently there’s no known cure for the condition. However, treatment options are available that focus on pain management.

CBD has been used to ease chronic pain symptoms and reduce inflammation. It’s presented as an alternative to taking opioid prescriptions which can be addictive.

However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) hasn’t approved CBD as a treatment option for fibromyalgia or most other conditions. The CBD-based prescription drug Epidiolex, an epilepsy treatment, is the only CBD product that’s FDA-approved and regulated.Happy St. Patty’s Day – Go Green! Better clothing, better food, better gadgets. Is there anything Hemp can’t do?

There are currently no published studies on fibromyalgia that look at the effects of CBD on its own. However, some research does look at the effects of cannabis, which may contain multiple cannabinoids, on fibromyalgia.

The results have been mixed. More human studies are needed.

Earlier studies

A 2009 reviewTrusted Source found that CBD can be used to relieve neuropathic pain. The researchers concluded that cannabinoids such as CBD might be a useful adjunct to other pain medications.

A 2011 study looked at 56 people with fibromyalgia. Most of the participants were women.

Members of the study comprised two groups:

One group was comprised of 28 study participants who weren’t cannabis users.
The second group was comprised of 28 study participants who were cannabis users. The frequency of their cannabis use, or the amount of cannabis they used, varied.

Two hours after using cannabis, the cannabis users experienced benefits such as:

reduced pain and stiffness
an increase in sleepiness

They also had slightly higher mental health scores than the non-users.

2019 Dutch study

A 2019 Dutch study looked at the effect of cannabis on 20 women with fibromyalgia. Over the course of the study, each participant received four types of cannabis:

an unspecified amount of a placebo variety, which contained no CBD or THC
200 milligrams (mg) of a variety with high amounts of both CBD and THC (Bediol)
200 mg of a variety with high amounts of CBD and low amounts of THC (Bedrolite)
100 mg of a variety with low amounts of CBD and high amounts of THC (Bedrocan)

The researchers found that the spontaneous pain scores of people using the placebo variety were similar to the spontaneous pain scores of people using some of the non-placebo varieties.

However, Bediol, which is high in CBD and THC, brought relief to a greater number of people than the placebo did. It caused a 30 percent reduction of spontaneous pain in 18 of the 20 participants. The placebo caused a 30 percent reduction of spontaneous pain in 11 participants.

Use of Bediol or Bedrocan, both high-THC varieties, significantly improved pressure pain thresholds when compared to the placebo.

Bedrolite, which is high in CBD and low in THC, didn’t show any evidence of being able to relieve spontaneous or evoked pain.

2019 Israeli study

In a 2019 Israeli study, hundreds of people with fibromyalgia were observed over a period of at least 6 months. Of the participants, 82 percent were women.

The study participants received guidance from nurses before taking medical cannabis. The nurses provided advice on:

the 14 cannabis strains that were available
delivery methods
dosages

All the participants started with a low dosage of cannabis, and dosages were increased gradually over the course of the study. The median approved dosage of cannabis started at 670 mg a day.

At 6 months, the median approved dosage of cannabis was 1,000 mg a day. The median approved dosage of THC was 140 mg, and the median approved dosage of CBD was 39 mg a day.

The researchers admitted that the study had limitations. For instance, they were only able to follow up with about 70 percent of participants. The use of so many different strains also made it difficult to compare the effects of CBD-rich and THC-rich strains.

However, they still concluded that medical cannabis was a safe and effective treatment for fibromyalgia.

At the beginning of the study, 52.5 percent of participants, or 193 people, described their pain level as high. At the 6-month follow-up, only 7.9 percent of those who responded, or 19 people, reported high levels of pain.

CBD treatment options

If you want to avoid the psychoactive effects of marijuana, you can find CBD products that contain only trace amounts of THC. If you live in a place where recreational or medical marijuana is legal, you can find CBD products that contain higher concentrations of THC.

Although they each have benefits separately, CBD and TCH likely work best when combined. Experts refer to this synergy, or interaction, as the “entourage effect.”

CBD also acts against THC-targeted receptors to reduce the negative effects of marijuana, such as paranoia and anxiety.

You can consume CBD in a number of ways, including:

Smoking or vaping. If you want to relieve immediate pain, smoking CBD-rich cannabis is the quickest way to reduce symptoms. Effects can last up to 3 hours. Smoking or vaping allows you to directly inhale CBD from the cannabis plant, absorbing the chemical into your bloodstream and lungs.
Edibles. Edibles are foods cooked with the cannabis plant, or cannabis-infused oil or butter. It’ll take longer to experience symptom relief, but the effects of edibles can last for up to 6 hours.
Oil extracts. Oils can be applied topically, taken orally, or dissolved under the tongue and absorbed in mouth tissues.
Topicals. CBD oils can be infused into topical creams or balms and applied directly to the skin. These CBD products can be an effective option for reducing inflammation and helping with external pain.

There may be respiratory risks to smoking or vaping marijuana. People with asthma or lung conditions shouldn’t use this method.

You should also follow dosage instructions carefully, especially with edibles, to avoid the negative side effects of taking too much.

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Cannabidiol (CBD)-what we know and what we don’t

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Cannabidiol (CBD) is often covered in the media, and you may see it touted as an add-in booster to your post-workout smoothie or morning coffee. You can even buy a CBD-infused sports bra. But what exactly is CBD? And why is it so popular?

How is cannabidiol different from marijuana, cannabis and hemp?

CBD, or cannabidiol, is the second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis (marijuana). While CBD is an essential component of medical marijuana, it is derived directly from the hemp plant, a cousin of marijuana, or manufactured in a laboratory. One of hundreds of components in marijuana, CBD does not cause a “high” by itself. According to a report from the World Health Organization, “In humans, CBD exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential…. To date, there is no evidence of public health related problems associated with the use of pure CBD.”

Is cannabidiol legal?

CBD is readily obtainable in most parts of the United States, though its exact legal status has been in flux. All 50 states have laws legalizing CBD with varying degrees of restriction. In December 2015, the FDA eased the regulatory requirements to allow researchers to conduct CBD trials. In 2018, the Farm Bill made hemp legal in the United States, making it virtually impossible to keep CBD illegal – that would be like making oranges legal, but keeping orange juice illegal.

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What is fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a long-term, or chronic, condition. It causes symptoms such as:

musculoskeletal pain, or pain in the muscles and bones
tenderness
general fatigue
sleep and cognitive disturbances

This condition can be hard to understand, even for healthcare professionals. Its symptoms mimic those of other conditions, and there are no tests to definitively confirm a diagnosis. As a result, fibromyalgia is often misdiagnosed.

In the past, some healthcare professionals even questioned whether fibromyalgia was real. Today, it’s much better understood.

Around 4 million adults in the United StatesTrusted Source, or around 2 percent, have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Most fibromyalgia cases are diagnosed in females. Most people get diagnosed in middle age, but fibromyalgia can also affect children.

Some of the stigmas that previously surrounded fibromyalgia have eased, but it can still be challenging to treat. Medications, therapy, and lifestyle changes can help you manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

You may also experience remission-type periods in which your pain and fatigue improve.

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2. The Current Landscape: State Laws in 2026

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How Do States Decide on Their Cannabis Laws?

How Do States Regulate Medical Cannabis?

What Is Cannabis Decriminalization?

What Is CBD?

Navigating State Cannabis Laws

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Earlier studies

2019 Dutch study

2019 Israeli study

Cannabidiol (CBD)-what we know and what we don’t

How is cannabidiol different from marijuana, cannabis and hemp?

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