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What do parents think about giving CBD to their kids?

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Most parents would consider giving   CBD to kids , according to results of a recent national poll. However, many would want a prescription before doing so. Both stats come from a  survey of 1,992 parents  by C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, a pediatric hospital affiliated with the University of Michigan Medical School. The hospital’s National Poll on Children’s Health surveyed U.S. parents of children aged 3 to 18 in October 2021. The results were published Feb. 21, 2022. Here’s an overview of their findings: This is a new issue to parents, with most saying they know little or nothing about CBD use in children. 46% of parents said they don’t know much about CBD use in children 34% had never heard of children using CBD before the poll 17% reported having some knowledge 3% felt well informed about CBD use in children Most parents have never considered giving their child CBD. 90% of parents had never considered giving their child CBD 4% have considered CBD for their child, but...

With Hemp Protections Under Threat in Minnesota, Nothing But Hemp plans HQ move

  In recent weeks, small hemp companies in Minnesota have received cease and desist letters from agencies at local and state levels. Although hemp-derived products are legal across the state, these events have created uncertainty around hemp laws and whether protections will be upheld by courts. Amidst this uncertainty, the owners of  Nothing But Hemp  have decided to move the company’s headquarters to Florida and same-day delivery. Currently, Nothing But Hemp has 3 operating stores in the Orlando area. Court Ruling Suggests Hemp Laws Won’t Protect Extracts A September ruling appeared to set a precedent that  THC in liquids would not be protected  by hemp laws, no matter the amount of  THC  or its source.  Most  hemp extracts, including CBD oil, contain trace amounts of  THC  from hemp. In that ruling, the judge wrote that the definition for  THC  hadn’t been changed in the state’s definitions governing controlled substanc...

CBD Hemp Oil for Cancer Patients

  Hemp-derived CBD oil   is extracted from the Cannabis sativa plant, specifically its hemp variety.   True CBD hemp oil   is rich in a chemical compound known as cannabidiol (CBD), which belongs to the family of cannabinoids.​ The other common variety of the Cannabis sativa plant is the marijuana plant that contains the psychoactive cannabinoid, tetrahydrocannabinol ( THC ). This compound makes you high.​ CBD is different from  THC  and is non-psychoactive. True CBD hemp oil is mostly extracted from cold-pressing hemp seeds. CBD oil is gaining a lot of popularity around the world due to its increasing legalization, safety of use, as well as, its ability to produce many beneficial health effects.​ Research shows that CBD oil can help patients of cancer. Let’s take a closer look at the effects of CBD oil on cancer patients.​ Hemp-Derived CBD Oil for Cancer Patients​ Cancer treatments, such as radiation and chemotherapy, lead to a wide range of side effects a...

Hemp Seed Oil vs CBD Oil: What’s the Difference?

  The current “green revolution” has seen various cannabis-derived products explode in popularity in different states. The legalization of recreational marijuana in multiple states has led to its rise in popularity. However, products made from hemp have also gained traction due to their many therapeutic benefits. ​Two types of hemp-derived products,  hemp seed oil  and CBD oil are often confused for one another. However, these products are produced using different methods and offer different benefits for users. ​Let’s take a closer look at the differences between  hemp seed oil  and CBD oil. ​ What is Hemp Seed Oil? ​The term  hemp seed oil  refers to oil extracted from hemp seeds. It is produced in a similar manner to other seed oils such as grapeseed and sunflower oil. ​How is Hemp Deed Oil Produced? ​ Raw hemp seeds are usually added to a large seed hopper, where they are crushed by an expeller screw. This screw pushes the crushed seeds through a me...