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Largest Human Trial To Date Will Review Safety Of Full Spectrum Hemp Products

SpeedWeed

As is the case in the United States, Europe lacks sufficiently reliable scientific data to support the safety of products infused with full spectrum hemp extract. In January 2019, the European Union (EU) reclassified extracts of cannabis sativa L. Read the entire article at The Fresh Toast. View original article.

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How Medical Marijuana is Cultivated, Processed, and Distributed in the USA

MMJ Recs

These regulations aim to maintain quality control, prevent diversion to the illicit market, and ensure patient safety. Marijuana Processing Techniques Once the cannabis plants reach maturity, they undergo processing to extract the beneficial compounds, such as cannabinoids and terpenes.

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Spain’s Agency for Consumer Affairs, Food Safety and Nutrition (AECOSAN) Follows EIHA’s Lead

Cannabis Law Report

The Spanish Agency for Consumer Affairs, Food Safety and Nutrition (AECOSAN) has struck a blow against hemp food producers in their ongoing efforts to clear a path for hemp extracts in food across Europe. That way of thinking makes extracts, derived from the hemp plant’s leaves and flowers, a “novel” food under EU rules.

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Exploring New York’s MMJ Strains and Products

MMJ Recs

Some of the best MMJ strains available in the state include: Sour Diesel: This sativa-dominant strain is known for its energizing and uplifting effects. Durban Poison: This pure sativa strain is prized for its stimulating and invigorating properties. These products include: Tinctures: Liquid extracts that can be consumed orally.

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Marijuana & COVID-19: Top Studies [August 2020]

CannaMD

Unlike THC, CBD has a high margin of safety and is well tolerated pharmacologically even after treatments of up to 1500 mg/day for two weeks in both animals and humans, which suggests its feasibility to reduce SARS-CoV2 induced lung inflammation/pathology and disease severity. sativa is a novel and crucial finding.

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CBD Safety and UK Regulations

The Joint Blog

But, whilst the two can both be found in the cannabis sativa plant, they have vastly different effects when consumed. However, crucially, CBD when extracted from the hemp plant is completely non-intoxicating making it safe for consumption without the risk of getting “high”. CBD Safety. What is CBD oil used for?

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Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduces Bill to Regulate Hemp and Hemp-Derived CBD in Food

Cannabis Law Report

Consistent with the definition of “hemp” under the Agricultural Marketing Act, this exception would only apply to extracts from the plant Cannabis sativa L. link] extracts. Notably, this restriction only applies to dietary supplements and foods. Cosmetics containing CBD are not subject to this particular provision.

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