{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/hemp/2","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_2955-markdown","title":"DIY Recipe: Crunchy & Delicious Hemp CBD Granola","slug":"diy-recipe-crunchy-and-delicious-hemp-cbd-granola","content":"\nLet’s get our crunch on with some hemp CBD-spiked granola that will keep you energized and focused, whether for your next gym workout or if you need some fuel during a beautiful 10k nature hike. \n\nThis CBD granola is the answer to your energy prayers. I know what you want to ask, and no, this granola won’t make you feel high—we have other medicinal goals in mind.\n\nLet me explain: This granola has the right amount of fat and carbs to give you enough energy to sustain you during your workout. It also has protein from hemp seeds to help build and maintain those strong muscles you’ve been working so hard on.\n\nThere are a few things that make this granola unique and healthy. I used ghee (which is clarified butter) instead of butter for a great, healthier alternative. And using the smoked sea salt instead of your normal sea salt adds another level of delicious flavor. \n\nUsing these two ingredients may be pretty adventurous for some eaters. However, this granola also contains the right amount of sweetness for any palette, by using maple syrup. Between the maple syrup and the smokiness from sea salt, this granola really delivers a tasty, sweet and savory experience. \n\n### These Granola Ingredients Pack a Healthy Punch \n\nThe hemp seeds in this recipe will not only provide you with protein, but they’ll also strike a good balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. \n\nIf you’re lacking fiber in your diet, the oats will definitely help you there, and it will also provide additional protein.\n\nI decided to add chia seeds to this recipe, because they contain healthful ingredients like:\n\n* Antioxidants\n* Protein\n* Vitamins A, B, E and D\n* Calcium\n* Potassium \n\nOne of my favorite chia seed benefits is their [ability to help maintain hydration](http://www.fleetfeetstlouis.com/news/chia-seeds), which is especially important during workouts or other strenuous activities.\n\nRELATED: [HOW CBD CAN HELP RELIEVE SORE MUSCLES](https://hellomd.com/articles/how-cbd-can-help-relieve-sore-muscles/)\n\nIf you’re convinced about trying this hemp CBD granola, but don’t want to eat it on its own, good news: There are so many ways to enjoy it. Consider having it as a topping on your favorite breakfast meal like:\n\n* Oatmeal\n* Yogurt\n* Quinoa cereal \n* Over some high-fiber fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, blackberries or raspberries\n\nAlthough I used a nonflavored CBD oil for this recipe, I urge you to get creative and try using other flavors of this superfood ingredient. You could go for something like a [lemon ginger or peppermint flavored CBD oil](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5bb54c9d15dd42feefa0a3eb/flavored-cbd-drops) for a twist. \n\nIf you’re looking for a gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free granola, this recipe has you covered. \n\nThis granola can also work well for people keeping their diet free of dairy, too, because ghee, contains no lactose or milk solids. But if you prefer something different, you can easily substitute the ghee with coconut oil. \n\n### Ingredients for Crunchy & Delicious Hemp CBD Granola \n\n8–10 servings\n\n* 4 cups gluten-free oats\n* 2 cups coconut flakes\n* 1 cup hemp seeds\n* 1/2 cup chia seeds\n* 3/4 cup coconut sugar\n* 1/2 cup maple syrup\n* 2 tbsp ghee (which is clarified butter)\n* 8 ml CBD oil\n* 1 tsp vanilla\n* 2 tsp cinnamon\n* 1/2 tsp nutmeg\n* Pinch of smoked sea salt to taste\n\n### How to Make Crunchy & Delicious Hemp CBD Granola \n\n1.\tPreheat oven to 325 degrees F.\n2.\tPlace all dry ingredients except the coconut sugar in a large bowl, and mix until uniform.\n3.\tIn a small saucepan, over low- to medium-heat, melt the ghee, add the maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla extract and CBD oil, and simmer for 2–3 minutes.\n4.\tPour the pan of liquid ingredients over the dry mixture and stir to coat evenly. Spread granola out evenly onto two parchment-lined baking pans. Make sure it’s evenly divided.\n5.\tBake for 10–15 minutes, then stir the mixture. \n6.\tPlace back in the oven and bake for another 5–10 minutes or until slightly golden. \n7.\tRemove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes for a delicious crunchy granola. The longer it cools, the better the crunch. Store in an airtight container. \n\nI hope you get your crunch on with this delicious and nutritious hemp CBD granola, and enjoy it as much as I did.\n\nPhoto credit: [Tito Dudley aka Chef T](https://www.instagram.com/officialcheft/) \n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/14b42/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.jpg","srcSet":"/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/f836f/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.jpg 200w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/2244e/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.jpg 400w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/14b42/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.jpg 800w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/47498/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.jpg 1200w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/0e329/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.jpg 1600w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/d8255/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.jpg 1920w","srcWebp":"/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/58556/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/61e93/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.webp 200w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/1f5c5/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.webp 400w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/58556/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.webp 800w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/99238/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.webp 1200w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/7c22d/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.webp 1600w,\n/static/a65815f6a5f21a11b8931ea976605cf8/25f09/c6d9c7ce13ba8d7174db3ddd9859938e.webp 1920w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2943-markdown","title":"Farm Bill Update: Hope for Hemp Farmers & CBD Consumers","slug":"farm-bill-update-hope-for-hemp-farmers-and-cbd-consumers","content":"Hemp cultivation in the United States is as old as the country itself. As the story goes, even [George Washington grew hemp](https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/the-man-the-myth/george-washington-grew-hemp).\n\nOur first president certainly saw the virtues of the versatile plant, used for:\n\n* Paper\n* Fiber\n* Medicine\n* Food \n\nHe’d no doubt approve of the signing of the Farm Bill in 2018, which legalized industrial hemp.\n\nThe potential for [hemp to radically improve the lives and incomes of America’s farmers](https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrebourque/2018/12/17/how-hemp-and-the-farm-bill-may-change-life-as-you-know-it/#1aba7ff9694c) is astounding. Large-scale hemp cultivation gives the U.S. a competitive edge against China, the country that cultivates 50% of the world’s hemp. \n\nHemp brings in a much higher per-acre price to the famer than corn does. And unlike corn, hemp takes a fraction of the water to grow.\n\nOver the next few years, hemp farms will begin to blanket the American landscape.  A [state-by-state-guide of the current laws regulating the growing and manufacturing of hemp](http://www.ncsl.org/research/agriculture-and-rural-development/state-industrial-hemp-statutes.aspx) shows that even though industrial hemp is legal at the federal level, it will be up to individual states to define how hemp will be licensed, manufactured and distributed. \n\nRELATED: [HEMP’S HISTORY AS A SOURCE OF FOOD, FIBER AND NOW CBD](https://hellomd.com/articles/hemps-history-as-a-source-of-food-fiber-and-now-cbd/)\n\nBecause the bill passed only a few months ago, farmers are having some challenges buying hemp seeds for planting. Many states are creating pilot programs to help lawmakers grapple with the new challenges of creating rules for hemp. It’s a plant that was, until now, erroneously lumped together with its cousin the cannabis plant, which contains tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the cannabinoid responsible for the well-known euphoric high. \n\nDespite the fact that industrial hemp contains an almost untraceable amount of THC, it was federally regulated as if it were a dangerous drug on par with heroin. With the passage of the Farm Bill, everything has changed. \n\n### Now That the Farm Bill Passed, Is CBD Legal? \n\nCannabidiol (CBD) is one of the many chemical compounds found in the hemp plant. Hemp-derived CBD oil forms the basis for the products currently sold in many parts of the United States to help address a variety of medical issues including inflammatory conditions, anxiety and insomnia.  \n\nPrior to its use as a therapeutic support for medical conditions, hemp was mostly used for industrial purposes such as fiber and cloth. With the explosion of CBD products being manufactured for the health and wellness markets, lawmakers are working overtime to determine the best way to regulate all aspects of the CBD industry. \n\nOne of the Farm Bill’s most exciting changes to the regulation of hemp and hemp-derived CBD products is moving its regulation from the Controlled Substances Act to the Department of Agriculture. For the first time in nearly 80 years, hemp is no longer a controlled substance. \n\nChallenges still remain regarding [how the Drug Enforcement Administration will ultimately classify CBD](https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/cbd-farm-bill-legalization-marijuana-hemp-769944). Currently, the DEA has lowered drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration containing CBD from Schedule I, where THC-containing cannabis remains, to a much-lower Schedule V. Right now, there’s only one drug that falls into this FDA-approved category: Epidiolex, which contains CBD and is used to treat a form of epilepsy. \n\nThere’s still a great deal of uncertainty regarding how or if the DEA will regulate the thousands of therapeutic CBD products available to the public. CBD activists point to the fact that to date, the [FDA “has not prohibited the sale of hemp-derived CBD products or ordered a product recall](https://hempsupporter.com/statement-on-the-status-of-hemp-derived-cbd-under-federal-law/).” Activists are heartened by recent comments from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, who stated that [there could be a path by which cannabis-derived compounds would be permitted in a food or dietary supplement](https://www.consumerreports.org/marijuana/will-new-farm-bill-make-cbd-legal-everywhere/). \n\n### Hemp & CBD Producers Are Optimistic About the Future \n\nDespite some of the early confusion regarding CBD’s legal status, those in the industry couldn’t be happier. The Farm Bill [protects hemp farmers and hemp-derived product manufacturers from prosecution](https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/article/2018-farm-bill-hemp-cannabis-businesses/). For the first time, U.S.-based CBD manufacturers will have the opportunity to purchase large quantities of CBD oil from American farmers. \n\nRELATED: [ONE FARMER’S TRANSITION FROM CATTLE TO CANNABIS](https://hellomd.com/articles/one-hemp-farmers-transition-from-cattle-to-cannabis/)\n\nThe growing industry has [enormous possibility to support small farmers](https://www.themonitor.com/2019/01/07/budding-industry-2018-farm-bill-bring-new-opportunity-local-cbd-distributor/). Farmers who choose to grow hemp organically will now be able to get their hemp organically certified, because of its new status as a legal, federally recognized crop. \n\nHemp product manufacturers are already looking into the possibilities of the inclusion of CBD and other hemp derivatives into other products, as consumers continue to show their interest in consuming CBD in foods and beverages, as well as using it topically and in other preparations.\n\n### The Farm Bill Will Help Researchers Hone in on the Scientific Basis for CBD’s Efficacy \n\nNow, with the legalization of hemp, [the opportunities for research on CBD will grow](https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2018/12/13/18139678/cbd-industry-hemp-legalization-farm-bill). Research will result in bringing better, safer and more standardized products to the consumer, while pinpointing the exact ways CBD works on the body and mind. \n\nResearch has already confirmed that hemp-derived CBD has been shown to be a safe additive in foods and supplements. Even the World Health Organization’s findings determined that CBD doesn’t lead to abuse or dependency, and that it appears to be well-tolerated by the majority of the public. \n\nAnother tremendous benefit of the Farm Bill will be the research that can now take place on some of the other cannabinoids in hemp. These are already showing promise for the delivery of other beneficial properties for health.\n\n### Can I Get Arrested for Possessing a CBD Product? \n\nIs it possible that an asteroid will fall on your house? Sure. Is it possible that you’ll be arrested for possessing a product containing CBD? It’s legally possible, but the likelihood of law enforcement busting the public for possession of CBD is probably equivalent to that asteroid falling on your home. \n\nHowever, it’s important to remember that the CBD products you currently own were grown and purchased prior to the passage of the Farm Bill. So technically, they’re still considered federally illegal to possess.\n\nIs law enforcement interested in [arresting someone for possessing what’s akin to a dietary supplement](https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/d3bbvv/congress-just-legalized-hemp-but-what-does-that-mean-for-cbd)? Probably not, but it’s important to keep your CBD products as you would a prescription medication or beauty product—away from the kids and not stored on the dashboard of your vehicle.\n\n### CBD Has a Bright Future, but it Will Take Vocal Consumers to Help Take it to the Next Level \n\nAs we’ve seen with states that have legalized adult-use marijuana, the regulations for clean, lab-tested products is one thing that everyone agrees has greatly benefitted the cannabis industry and consumers. \n\nAnd though some CBD producers have already received [warning letters from the government](https://mgretailer.com/cannabis-news/farm-bill-means-cbd-is-legal-producer-receives-letter-that-could-indicate-otherwise/) regarding their business practices, most industry analysts feel that with the support of enthusiastic and vocal consumers, CBD will find a legal place on the shelves of grocers, health food stores and pharmacies. \n\nAdvocates hope that with consumer pressure, the FDA will be compelled to regulate CBD similarly to over-the-counter medications or health supplements. Though it will take time for states and local jurisdictions to weigh in on the growing, manufacturing and sale of hemp-derived products like CBD, the industry, which is slated to top $1.6 billion in sales in the next few years, is poised to bring a [plethora of new products](https://www.menshealth.com/health/a25559940/farm-bill-legal-hemp-cbd/) to store and virtual shelves in the very near future.\n\nPhoto credit: Felix Broennimann/Shutterstock.com\n\nWant to try CBD, but don’t know where to start? [Shop our selection of high-quality, lab-tested CBD products](https://hellomd.com/) and have them shipped to your door. And if you have questions about CBD, [ask them](https://hellomd.com/questions-and-answers/) and our community will answer.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/14b42/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.jpg","srcSet":"/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/f836f/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.jpg 200w,\n/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/2244e/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.jpg 400w,\n/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/14b42/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.jpg 800w,\n/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/47498/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.jpg 1200w,\n/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/7ee10/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.jpg 1482w","srcWebp":"/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/58556/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/61e93/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.webp 200w,\n/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/1f5c5/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.webp 400w,\n/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/58556/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.webp 800w,\n/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/99238/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.webp 1200w,\n/static/199024a05819fd396544db9620a2d8c7/8d8c0/013fc10fce09100161a483dc7ee0e1a2.webp 1482w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2940-markdown","title":"DIY Recipe: Hemp CBD Gummies","slug":"diy-recipe-hemp-cbd-gummies","content":"In the world of hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD), topicals and tinctures are king (or queen). These methods of consuming CBD are great, but let’s not forget about edibles—especially CBD gummies.  \n\nCBD gummies are an easy way to take your medicine, and you can make them at home. When you opt to make your own CBD gummies, you get to choose the amount of CBD each gummy contains—this way you can cater each dose to meet your individual needs. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_us/?utm_medium=copy_link/)\n\nMaking CBD gummies allows you to portion your CBD ahead of time, so you can just pop a CBD gummy into your mouth whenever—and wherever you are. CBD gummies are perfect for those of us looking for a quick and tasty way to consume CBD. Plus, CBD gummies are easy to share with friends.\n\nIf you’ve never made gummies before, never fear; we’ve got your back. Whipping up your own CBD gummies can sound intimidating, but the process is simple if you use a [CBD tincture](https://www.hellolift.com/products?category=Tinctures). \n\nThese days, CBD tinctures come in a variety of flavors, so when choosing one, make sure that it complements the flavors of your other ingredients. Alternatively, many companies also make [unflavored CBD tinctures]( https://hellomd.com/articles/diy-recipe-high-cbd-cannabis-tincture/) that you can add to your CBD gummies without affecting their taste. \n\nIf you want CBD gummies in fun shapes and sizes, you can invest in some silicone molds. These come in a variety of forms, including the classic gummy bear. But you can also use a simple cake or loaf pan and cut your CBD gummies into bite-sized squares.  \n\nStore-bought gummies are typically full of sugars, dyes and artificial flavors. But when you make your own CBD gummies at home, you can make them healthier by adding vitamins, probiotics and other supplements. \n\nRELATED: [DIY RECIPE: HEMP CBD BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE](https://hellomd.com/articles/diy-recipe-hemp-cbd-blueberry-breakfast-smoothie/)\n\n### Ingredients for CBD Gummies\n\n* 1 1/2 cups juice or liquid of your choice\n* 4 tbsp grass-fed gelatin \n* 2–4 tbsp honey or other sweetener of your choice\n* hemp CBD tincture (amount you use is up to you) \n\nThis recipe makes approximately 50 gummy bear-sized gummies. To figure out how much of your hemp CBD tincture to use, think about how much CBD you want in each gummy. For example, if you want 2 mg of CBD per gummy, you would use 100 mg of CBD for your recipe. \n\n### How to Make CBD Gummies \n\n1. Pour liquid into a small- or medium-sized saucepan. \n2. Sprinkle the gelatin on top, and let it sit for a few minutes, until it has been absorbed into the liquid. Once this has happened, mix well. \n3. Place the saucepan on medium heat, and allow the grainy liquid to warm—but don’t let it boil. Keep the liquid on the heat until all of the gelatin dissolves and the mixture becomes runny. \n4. Add your sweetener, and stir well.\n5. Add the CBD tincture, and stir well. If you’re using molds, you can opt to add your CBD to each individual mold. This will give each CBD gummy a more accurate dose. \n6. Pour liquid into your pan or molds. You can pour the liquid into a measuring cup or use a dropper to make filling your molds easier. \n7. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours, until liquid has set. \n8. Remove gummies from molds or cut them into squares if using a pan. \n9. Keep your CBD gummies in an airtight container, and consume them within two weeks. \n\n### Healthy Tips for Your CBD Gummy Recipe \n\nThis CBD gummy recipe calls for you to use liquid and gelatin. And while you can use any version of these two ingredients, here are a few healthy options to consider. \n\nFor a liquid, green juice or another kind of fruit and vegetable juice can add a nutritious boost. If you’d like to add probiotics to your gummies, you can use kombucha as a liquid base for your CBD gummies. Also consider adding any other supplements that dissolve well in water, like spirulina. \n\nAs for the various types of gelatin, not all are created equal. Grass-fed gelatin tends to be more nutrient dense than other types of gelatins on the market. Additionally, grass-fed gelatin is filled with the same nutrients, minerals and protein that make bone broth beneficial.\n\nPhoto credit: Anton stock/Shutterstock.com\n\nWant to try CBD, but don’t know where to start? [Shop our selection of high-quality, lab-tested CBD products](https://hellomd.com/) and have them shipped to your door. And if you have questions about CBD, [ask them](https://hellomd.com/questions-and-answers/) and our community will answer.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/14b42/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.jpg","srcSet":"/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/f836f/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.jpg 200w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/2244e/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.jpg 400w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/14b42/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.jpg 800w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/47498/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.jpg 1200w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/0e329/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.jpg 1600w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/85785/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.jpg 3650w","srcWebp":"/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/58556/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/61e93/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.webp 200w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/1f5c5/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.webp 400w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/58556/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.webp 800w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/99238/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.webp 1200w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/7c22d/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.webp 1600w,\n/static/c82649163d5fe0b8208a609e495d3724/57a06/5110e68eadf9923a6deecbc5862fac13.webp 3650w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2931-markdown","title":"6 Hemp CBD Products for When You’re on the Go","slug":"6-hemp-cbd-products-for-when-youre-on-the-go","content":"You’re not always conveniently at home when you need or want to take some cannabidiol (CBD). Maybe an awkward party situation has you reaching for a calming hemp-derived CBD vape pen; or you know taking a CBD tincture immediately after a grueling spin class will save you from sore legs tomorrow; or you may be thinking it would be a good idea to apply a CBD patch to your lower back before you help your friend move. \n\nThere are plenty of times when you need to medicate away from home. Here are six top hemp-derived CBD products that make it easy to take CBD when you’re on the go. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_us/?utm_medium=copy_link/)\n\n### 1. Stick a SIVA CBD Patch Onto Your Skin for Long-Lasting Relief\n\n![SIVA CBD Patch](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-85e5e68a-ac03-4198-88e2-407984c047f2/original.png)\n\n[The SIVA CBD Patch](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5bad7f79480cf17202c7dbd2/20mg-cbd-patch) is filled with time-release CBD—20 mg, to be exact. SIVA tests its patches pre- and post-production, so you can be sure you’re getting pure, lab-quality CBD. \n\nPress it onto an area where you feel aches, pains or strains. It’s perfect for your back, legs or shoulders. And because you wear it under your clothes, it’s a very discreet way to help your body heal wherever you are. \n\n### 2. The Beboe Calming CBD Blend Vape Pen Can Travel With You Anywhere \n\n![Beboe CBD vape pen](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-c68c4244-24b7-4bc4-babd-72d9df098f78/original.png)\n\nWith the gorgeous style they’re known for, Beboe’s sleek [Calming CBD Blend vape pen](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5c3e68d50b7e18c739841a87/calming-cbd-blend) is the perfect marriage of substance and style. \n\nEach gold vape pen is filled with 500 mg—that’s 120 doses—of high-quality hemp CBD. Beboe says this vape pen “gives your mind a well-earned massage.” And it could be just the thing you need if you suffer from pain and anxiety, two conditions you should address immediately. \n\nIf you’re nervous about going to a gathering where it’ll be mostly people you don’t know, pop the CBD vape pen in your pocket or bag. A few puffs. and you’ll feel relaxed in no time. \n\n### 3. Elixinol CBD Hemp Oil Capsules: A Familiar Way to Take CBD\n\n![Elixinol CBD Hemp Capsules](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-d82edf81-0087-4142-bd12-14b638fca1be/original.png)\n\nIf you need to treat pain away from home, be sure to pop a bottle of the [CBD Hemp Oil Capsules from Elixinol](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57a71f02f1740001522f78/cbd-hemp-oil-capsules) in your gym bag, hiking pack or everyday bag. Each easy-to-swallow capsule contains 15 mg of CBD, which comes from organically grown, lab-tested hemp cultivated in Colorado. \n\nRELATED: [HEMP FARMER’S TRANSITION FROM CATTLE TO CANNABIS](https://hellomd.com/articles/one-hemp-farmers-transition-from-cattle-to-cannabis/)\n\nI know the power of these pain-fighting capsules firsthand. I took one Elixinol capsule when I had a splitting headache, and [they worked just as well as over-the-counter pain relievers](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57a71f02f1740001522f78/cbd-hemp-oil-capsules/reviews/5bfdca002ae5006803834d50). It’s a familiar and easy way to take CBD and may especially appeal to folks who aren’t interested in vaping.\n\n### 4. Have a Mid-Day Massage With the Elevate Le Rouleau Roller From Verté Essentials\n\n![Verté Essentials Elevate Le Rouleau CBD Roller](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-f682b08b-6b77-4dd9-a020-0f1028443972/original.png)\n\nStress can strike anywhere—at the office, in the car or when you’re somewhere out of your comfort zone. And what better way to melt away stress than with a mini CBD massage with [Verté Essentials’ Elevate Le Rouleau Roller](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57bbda02f17400015230cf/elevate-le-rouleau).\n\nThese gorgeous glass rollers contain 75 mg of CBD, which can help reduce inflammation while increasing microcirculation. The roller ball applicator helps with this too, as massages can increase blood flow and release tension. Sweep the roller in a circular motion where you need relief most—on your forehead, neck or temples. \n\n### 5. There’s a Select CBD Drop Variety for Every Situation\n\n![Select CBD Drops](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-ca1f4c1e-b0d0-4389-bcbd-a16d145d8b36/original.png)\n\nCBD in tincture form is a convenient way to ingest the cannabinoid, whether you need to relax, ward off an oncoming migraine or need to help move your digestion along. \n\nThere’s a bottle of [CBD Drops from Select](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5bb54c9d15dd42feefa0a3eb/flavored-cbd-drops) that can help wherever you are. Each bottle features a whopping 1,000 mg of CBD, with every dropper full packing in around 33 mg of the cannabinoid. \n\nEach variety of Select’s CBD drops blends top-quality CBD with other herbs to amplify the tincture’s effects. They all also contain fractionated coconut oil, which [helps your body absorb the CBD quickly](https://hellomd.com/articles/why-you-need-to-eat-fat-with-your-cannabis/). Choose from:\n\n* **Lavender**: Includes lavender essential oil, chamomile and passion flower to help consumers melt away anxiety and wind down before bed\n* **Peppermint**: Contains peppermint essential oil, ashwagandha and rhodiola to promote alertness, help brain function and uplift mood\n* **Lemon Ginger**: Features lemon essential oil, ginger and turmeric to help support digestion, reduce nausea and quell pain\n\n### 6. Cured Nutrition CBD Dough Is the Perfect Snack When You’re on the Move\n\n![Cured Nutrition Cookie Dough](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-0b237285-9800-4f73-8b85-00fc2fe0c9fc/original.png)\n\nCookie dough you don’t bake? Sounds too good to be true. But Cured Nutrition has formulated a tasty and innovative way to take CBD with its [CBD Dough](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57a91e02f1740001522f9a/cured-dough).\n\nThis chocolate chip cookie dough is designed to be eaten as is—no baking or cooking required. Throw a pouch in your hiking pack, gym bag or picnic basket and 30 mg of broad-spectrum hemp oil is ready to eat whenever you are. \n\nThough it may seem decadent, Cured Nutrition’s dough is actually a sensible snack that’s gluten free and isn’t a sugar bomb, with just 6 g of sugar per pouch. The ingredients list is pretty short and doesn’t contain anything you can’t pronounce or haven’t heard of before. The dough also features other therapeutic cannabinoids, which don’t produce a head high, like:\n\n* **[CBN, or cannabinol](https://hellomd.com/articles/having-trouble-sleeping-try-non-psychoactive-cbn/)**, which promotes sleep \n* **[CBG, or cannabigerol](https://hellomd.com/articles/beyond-thc-and-cbd-what-you-need-to-know-about-cbc-cbn-and-cbg/)**, which fights pain and has antibiotic properties\n* **[CBDA, or cannabidiolic acid](https://hellomd.com/articles/the-10-cannabinoids-in-cannabis-you-should-know/)**, the raw form of CBD, which acts as a neuroprotectant and has shown promise as an anti-nausea treatment.\n\nJust because you’re not at home doesn’t mean you need to forego the benefits of CBD. Hopefully, one or several of these products will help you feel your best. Let us know in the comments which one(s) you like the most. \n\nPhoto credits: [Snapwire](https://www.pexels.com/@snapwire) (main image), [SIVA](https://www.instagram.com/p/BthhK8rhp1N/) (SIVA image), [Beboe](https://www.instagram.com/p/BtcFT1_hBSC/) (Beboe image), [Elixinol](https://www.instagram.com/p/BhkjLL4FJ3e/) (Elixinol image), [Verté Essentials](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bnr4qerH64t/) (Verté Essentials image), [Select/Harlow Restaurant](https://www.instagram.com/p/BjC6NO8B1T2/) (Select image), [Cured Nutrition](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bib9vDQByFr/) (Cured Nutrition image)\n\nWant to try CBD, but don’t know where to start? [Shop our selection of high-quality, lab-tested CBD products](https://hellomd.com/) and have them shipped to your door. And if you have questions about CBD, [ask them](https://hellomd.com/questions-and-answers/) and our community will answer.\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/14b42/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.jpg","srcSet":"/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/f836f/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.jpg 200w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/2244e/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.jpg 400w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/14b42/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.jpg 800w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/47498/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.jpg 1200w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/0e329/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.jpg 1600w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/49344/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.jpg 3300w","srcWebp":"/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/58556/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/61e93/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.webp 200w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/1f5c5/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.webp 400w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/58556/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.webp 800w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/99238/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.webp 1200w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/7c22d/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.webp 1600w,\n/static/084bddc633de00cec064399d338b94ed/d2b96/338c3562ad15227fc54e70bee2d1c8e7.webp 3300w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2921-markdown","title":"4 Ways to Pair CBD With Your Winter Activities","slug":"4-ways-to-pair-cbd-with-your-winter-activities","content":"With blowing snow and frigid temperatures, you may be inclined to hibernate at home all winter until the first signs of spring appear. While that temptation is understandable, you may want to reconsider. There’s actually a whole lot to like about winter, including some amazing outdoor activities like skiing, ice skating and sledding.\n\nAnd you may not realize it, but you can also take cannabidiol (CBD) to increase your enjoyment of these winter activities. Hemp-derived CBD won’t make you feel high like cannabis with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can. But what it can do is help relieve inflammation and pain, and this can make your winter activities a lot more fun.\n\nHere’s a quick rundown of four great outdoor winter activities and how you can use CBD to make them even better.\n\n### 1. Hitting the Slopes This Winter? Use CBD to Ease Your Sore Muscles Afterwards\n\nSnowboarding and skiing are among the most popular winter sports and for good reason. Whether you’re just starting out on the bunny slopes or you’re zooming down a black diamond run, skiing and snowboarding are absolutely thrilling.\n\nBut all of those thrills can be a bit daunting for novices, and they can leave your muscles feeling incredibly sore. Fortunately, CBD’s here to help.\n\nYou can use a [hemp-derived CBD vape pen](https://ondello.myshopify.com/blogs/articles/hellomd-staff-picks-our-favorite-cannabis-vape-products/), for example, to help keep you calm and focused as you prepare to tackle the slopes. \n\nAt the end of the day, when every muscle in your body is aching, use a [CBD topical cream, salve or spray](https://hellomd.com/articles/4-top-cbd-topicals-for-summer-skin-care/). Apply it to your sore muscles, and you’ll get fast-acting, targeted, anti-inflammatory pain relief.\n\n### 2. Cross-Country Skiing Is a Leisurely Winter Activity Made Better With CBD\n\nIf you prefer your skiing to be more steady state than adrenaline rush, then cross-country skiing is a great choice. You’ll get to appreciate the beauty of the outdoors while cruising along on your skis. \n\nPlus, a great advantage of cross-country skiing is that you don’t need a mountain or hill to do it. So long as you live in a state with snow on the ground, then you can find a cross-country skiing trail.\n\nBut make no mistake, cross-country skiing is hard work, and your entire body will be sore when you’re done. Luckily, CBD provides pain relief in many different forms. You can try a [fast-acting vaporizer with highly concentrated CBD oil](https://hellomd.com/tag/vaporizer/), which will help tackle aches and pains along with inflammation both during and after your workout.\n\nAnother option is a [hemp CBD-rich topical patch](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b579d8002f1740001522f06/cbd-topical-hemp-patch). Just stick the patch wherever you know you’re going to be sore, and you can wear it under your clothes while you ski for long-lasting pain relief. \n\nRELATED: [4 HEMP DERIVED CBD PRODUCTS TO EASE PAIN](https://hellomd.com/articles/4-hemp-derived-cbd-products-to-ease-pain/)\n\n### 3. Ice Skating Is a Great Winter Activity, But Your Poor Legs Will Appreciate Some CBD Care\n\nIce skating is one of the most accessible of winter sports. Regardless of whether you’re using the skating rink in your backyard or you’re heading to Rockefeller Plaza, you can usually find somewhere nearby to strap on a pair of skates and start gliding along like you’re the next Michelle Kwan.\n\nOne thing that’s certain about ice skating, however, is that while it’s definitely fun when you’re doing it, it’ll leave you feeling very sore later on (especially if your skating skills leave you spending more time on your backside than on your blades). \n\nBefore you lace up your skates, opt for [CBD sublingual drops](https://www.hellolift.com/products?category=Tinctures) you can place directly under your tongue or add to your beverage before you hit the ice. Taking CBD before you go ice skating can be a good proactive way to help your body deal with inflammation that can develop after ice skating. \n\nThen after your skate, rub some [relieving CBD gel](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57a61802f1740001522f6e/relieve-gel) onto any spot that feels extra sore. And, because it comes in a squeeze or pump bottle, you can easily take it with you to the rink in a bag or purse.\n\n### 4. Pair CBD Products With Sledding for Wintertime Fun That Anyone Can Enjoy\n\nSledding is fun no matter how old you, are and it’s a great way to spend time with friends and family. Plus, unlike most outdoor winter activities, riding a sled down a hill doesn’t require a whole lot of skill or experience. \n\nBeing out in the cold all day is hard on your lips, so use a [hemp-infused lip balm](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57ad2d02f1740001522ff3/cbd-lip-balm) to protect them. \n\nOnce you get home, a great idea is to cap a fun but tiring day of sledding by luxuriating in a bath with [hemp CBD-infused soaking salts](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57bb3202f17400015230c3/elevate-luxe-soak), which will help your muscles relax. \n\nRELATED: [DIY RECIPE: MOISTURIZING CBD LIP BALM](https://hellomd.com/articles/diy-recipe-moisturizing-cbd-lip-balm/)\n\nPhoto credit: [Robson Hatsukami Morgan](https://unsplash.com/@robsonhmorgan)\n\nWant to try CBD, but don’t know where to start? [Shop our selection of high-quality, lab-tested CBD products](https://hellomd.com/) and have them shipped to your door. And if you have questions about CBD, [ask them](https://hellomd.com/questions-and-answers/) and our community will answer.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/14b42/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.jpg","srcSet":"/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/f836f/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.jpg 200w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/2244e/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.jpg 400w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/14b42/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.jpg 800w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/47498/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.jpg 1200w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/0e329/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.jpg 1600w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/3f1f6/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.jpg 3689w","srcWebp":"/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/58556/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/61e93/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.webp 200w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/1f5c5/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.webp 400w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/58556/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.webp 800w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/99238/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.webp 1200w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/7c22d/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.webp 1600w,\n/static/0215d4a5a39417efab81208fd5da46dd/66b96/65e5aac8a55a50995788123889b77696.webp 3689w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2908-markdown","title":"4 Reasons Why You Should Give Your Pet Hemp CBD","slug":"4-reasons-why-you-should-give-your-pet-hemp-cbd","content":"Folks across the nation are realizing that cannabidiol (CBD) can help relieve many of the common symptoms that can put a damper on our everyday lives—like stress, pain and anxiety. But why should humans be the only ones to reap the benefits? Dogs can have CBD, too. And so can your cat, bird, bunny, horse and whatever else you may have in your menagerie.\n\nThis is because all vertebrates (animals with a backbone) have what’s called an endocannabinoid system. This network of receptors is located throughout the body. And it’s what CBD works on to bring about its myriad benefits. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_us/?utm_medium=copy_link/)\n\nSo what’s CBD good for when it comes to your pet? Just as in humans, CBD can be used to:\n\n* Quell inflammation \n* Ease pain \n* Reduce stress \n\nWhile there’s little research to back up CBD’s effects on our animal companions, the anecdotal evidence is promising. Heidi Hill, the owner of Holistic Hound, a pet store in Berkeley, CA, which focuses on dog and cat nutrition, says the addition of CBD to her supplement line has been eye opening. \n\n“[CBD] is a game changer as far as anything that I've ever seen in 15 years of doing this,” she says. “It’s replaced a lot of our supplements. … We specialize in having herbal remedies, homeopathic remedies or other types of food supplements, and nothing has ever come close to the kinds of testimonials that we get for CBD.”\n\nMost of Heidi’s customers use CBD for anxiety and pain, though she’s received feedback that her products help with a wide array of symptoms. In fact, CBD had such an impact on the lives of her clientele that she created [her own line of hemp-derived CBD treats and tinctures](https://hellomd.com/articles/nourish-to-flourish-holistic-hound-hemp-oil-products/).\n\nIf you’re still on the fence about giving your pet CBD, we’ve listed a few reasons below detailing how this versatile compound could benefit your pet. \n\n### 1. CBD Can Ease Anxiety in Animals \n\nIt’s not just humans that suffer from anxiety, your pet can feel it, too. You may have noticed anxious behavior when you leave the house, have guests over or take your pet to an unfamiliar location. Lots of things can trigger anxiety in pets, and it can be hard to treat both the symptoms and root causes. \n\nMuch like in humans, treatment for pet anxiety usually involves antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and behavioral therapy. But similar to humans, sometimes these methods aren’t enough—or the side effects make treatment difficult.\n\nThis is where CBD can help. \n\nPreclinical evidence suggests that [CBD can ease anxiety in humans](https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs13311-015-0387-1), and it may be able to do the same thing for your pet.\n\n“I’m very happy with the CBD treats,” writes Mary, a customer using Heidi’s products for her dog, whose anxiety causes her to cry at night. “Both my dog and I are getting more sleep,” she adds.\n\nSo, if you’ve got a pet who suffers from separation anxiety, or one that simply dislikes travel or visits to the vet, it’s possible that CBD can help make both of your lives easier. \n\nRELATED: [USING CBD TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PET’S ANXIETY](https://hellomd.com/articles/using-cbd-to-take-care-of-your-pets-anxiety/)\n\n### 2. CBD’s Anti-Inflammatory Properties Can Soothe Your Pet's Itchy Skin\n\nThere are lots of reasons your pet can feel itchy—whether it’s allergies to flea bites, contact dermatitis or even inflammatory skin disease. CBD may be able to help with any of these issues because of its powerful anti-inflammatory properties. \n\nHumans usually like to use topical CBD for skin issues, but this may be harder to do on your furry friend. The good news is that your pet can reap the benefits of CBD’s anti-inflammatory properties by simply ingesting it. \n\nOne of Heidi’s customers started out using her CBD tinctures for anxiety, but soon found that CBD provided her pup with numerous benefits in addition to a calm demeanor. \n\n“She is all around more comfortable and confident and has less itching,” writes Suzanne, the customer, in a testimonial. \n\n### 3. CBD Could Help a Pet With Gastrointestinal Issues \n\nWhether your pet has a longstanding gastrointestinal issue or just ate something they weren’t supposed to, there’s a good chance that CBD can help them feel better. \n\nResearchers are currently studying how CBD’s anti-inflammatory effects can help with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), and [the results are promising](https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ptr.4781). There’s already plenty of anecdotal evidence that suggests CBD, as well as its psychoactive counterpart tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), can help humans with IBD.\n\nAnd even if your pet has a normally healthy gut, it won’t stop them from eating things they shouldn’t—and getting sick as a result. It’s possible that a bit of CBD can help ease your pet’s nausea and thus boost their appetite when their stomach’s upset. \n\n### 4. CBD Can Ease Your Pet’s Pain\n\nMost of us are probably already familiar with CBD’s pain-fighting properties, which stem from its ability to quell inflammation and change the way our brains perceive pain. But these effects aren’t limited to humans. \n\nWhether its swelling from a recent surgery or aching from arthritis, CBD can help ease your pet’s pain—and it may help them relax and prevent them from getting a bit of cabin fever due to their immobility. And as is the case with humans, it could reduce the amount of prescription medications your pet needs to take, too. \n\n### A Few Tips for Folks Who Want to Give Their Pet CBD\n\nIf you’re thinking of giving your pet CBD, keep the following things in mind : \n\n1. **Just like in humans, each animal’s endocannabinoid system is unique.**  And to make things even more challenging, veterinarians aren’t allowed to recommend CBD to their patients. This means you’ll have to decide if CBD is right for your pet and monitor their dosage. Start at a low dose and gradually increase until you see a desired effect. \n\n2. **If you want to use CBD to help your anxious pet, try giving CBD to them in advance of stressful events.** If your pet suffers from separation anxiety, give them a dose of CBD 30 minutes to an hour before you leave. The same rules applies to airplane or car travel as well as visits to the vet. \n\n3. **You may not see effects from CBD right away.** CBD tends to build up in the body, so more apparent effects could take a while to show up. This is something to keep in mind if you’re looking to use CBD to help your pet with long-standing issues like discomfort from allergies and digestive issues. \n\n4. Whenever you buy CBD oil, be on the lookout for: \n\n>* **CBD oil that’s been lab tested** to ensure that it’s free of pesticides and residual solvents. All reputable companies have their products third-party tested, and most will say so on their labels and website. \n\n>* **Products that source their hemp from the U.S. or Europe.** Avoid ones that use hemp from China and Indonesia. Hemp from China and Indonesia is often of lower quality because its grown in soils that contain heavy metals and other chemicals. And since hemp tends to suck these compunds out of the soil, the end product may contain these potentially harmful ingredietns as well. \n\n>* **Tinctures that contain just CBD oil and simple carrier oil** like coconut oil, olive oil or medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil. You’ll definitely want to avoid tinctures that contain alcohol, as most pets—especially cats—hate the taste. There are lots of great CBD products that cater to pets, like [Holistic Hound’s treats and tinctures](https://hellomd.com/articles/using-cbd-to-take-care-of-your-pets-anxiety/). But you may be able to give your pet some CBD from your own stash—just make sure your CBD oil doesn’t contain any essential oils or other ingredients that may not sit well with them.\n\nPhoto credit: [Rebekah Howell](https://unsplash.com/@rebekahhowell00)\n\nWant to try CBD, but don’t know where to start? [Shop our selection of high-quality, lab-tested CBD products](https://hellomd.com/) and have them shipped to your door. And if you have questions about CBD, [ask them](https://hellomd.com/questions-and-answers/) and our community will answer.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/14b42/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.jpg","srcSet":"/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/f836f/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.jpg 200w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/2244e/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.jpg 400w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/14b42/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.jpg 800w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/47498/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.jpg 1200w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/0e329/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.jpg 1600w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/5775e/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.jpg 3647w","srcWebp":"/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/58556/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/61e93/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.webp 200w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/1f5c5/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.webp 400w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/58556/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.webp 800w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/99238/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.webp 1200w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/7c22d/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.webp 1600w,\n/static/4488a2a17a56c81fb89656a57fb5a3b9/4e6e9/dbb21d8fd55e7daeb2b290cdca39e8cc.webp 3647w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2890-markdown","title":"6 Mistakes Hemp CBD Newbies Make","slug":"6-mistakes-hemp-cbd-newbies-make","content":"Cannabidiol (CBD) is having a moment in the spotlight. From actress Kristen Bell to UFC star Nate Diaz, everyone’s talking about the cannabinoid that helps them calm anxiety, ease pain and keep inflammation at bay.\n\nMaybe you’re curious about taking CBD, but haven’t taken the plunge yet. Or you’re working your way through your first CBD product. Or you’ve used CBD before, but it just didn’t give you the relief you were looking for. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_us/?utm_medium=copy_link/)\n\nIf any of this sounds familiar, take a look at our list of six mistakes CBD newbies make—and our advice on how to avoid them. \n\n### 1. Not Paying Attention to the Hemp’s Country of Origin\n\nDid you feel worse after taking a CBD product? It could be because there were some toxic ingredients in it. And this could be due to where and how the hemp was grown in the first place. \n\nOne important thing CBD newbies don’t typically pay attention to when ordering hemp-derived CBD is where the hemp comes from. But this is a critically important piece of information, since hemp isn’t closely regulated in many parts of the world.\n\nThe cannabis plant, of which hemp is one variety, is a bioaccumulator. This means that the plant readily absorbs substances present in the soil, and they accumulate in the plant’s tissues. \n\nThese chemicals, therefore, can show up in the final CBD product even after processing. This is especially alarming, since hemp farmers in certain countries use dangerous pesticides to grow their plants—and those pesticides are present in the final product.\n\nRELATED: [WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR WHEN BUYING HEMP CBD OIL](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-to-watch-out-for-when-buying-hemp-cbd-oil/)\n\nSo, when you buy hemp-derived CBD, make sure the company sources its hemp in North America or Europe. Steer clear of hemp grown in China or other parts of Asia, where the use of pesticides is widespread.\n\nIf the country of origin for the hemp CBD you’re considering isn’t listed in your product information, check the company’s website. If you can’t find out where the hemp came from, it’s best to move onto another product. \n\n### 2. Not Choosing Lab-Tested CBD\n\nEven if you’re confident your CBD product was made with hemp grown with good practices, you should still know all of the details. Any reputable hemp-derived CBD product should be lab tested—and some companies test both their raw and final products. \n\nThis is another way to make sure you’re ingesting exactly what you see listed in the bottle’s ingredients and that there aren’t any surprises that could make you sick or simply make the product not work for you. \n\nA reputable company will either have lab tests available on its website or at your request. If it doesn’t, time to start looking into other products.\n\n### 3. Not Paying Attention to the Dosage of Your Hemp CBD\n\nWhen you take a traditional medicine, you probably read the label to check how much a dose is. Well, you should do the same for hemp CBD. For example, if you’ve got a CBD tincture, the bottle should say how many milligrams of CBD are in each dropper full. Sometimes it’ll even tell you how much is in each individual drop. \n\nStart with the suggested dosing on the packaging, and go from there. Pay attention to how much CBD you’ve taken, and see if you’re getting the results you need. Maybe you need to increase your dose or take a dose more often. Or you may need to take smaller doses to get optimal results. \n\nYou’ll also need to be consistent with taking your CBD dose regularly. The truth is—and this is especially so if you’re trying to ease a chronic health condition—you may not find the CBD regimen that gives you the results you need if you’re inconsistent with dosing and only take a random amount of CBD at different times.\n\n### 4. Not Keeping a Journal of Your CBD Use\n\nFollowing on from paying attention to dosing is perhaps the most important thing a CBD newbie can do: keep a CBD journal. Since everyone reacts differently to cannabis, the CBD dose that works for one person may not work for another. \n\nBecause all things cannabis usually require a bit of experimentation, you need to keep a record of how much you take and when, so you know how to adjust your CBD medicine to get the results you’re after. \n\nIn your CBD journal, write down:\n\n* The CBD product you take\n* How much CBD you consume\n* What time you took the CBD\n* Any other information that could influence the CBD’s effects like if you took it on an empty stomach or after a big meal \n* How you felt the next day\n\nThis way, you can look back on your notes to fine-tune your CBD regimen. This is an especially helpful exercise if you’re sampling several different products and methods of administration as it’s so easy to forget which product made you feel a certain way. \n\n### 5. Expecting Instant Results\n\nMany hemp CBD newbies expect to feel something right away. And while this is possible, it’s not the norm. While THC consumers can feel a head high pretty quickly, this doesn’t happen with CBD. In fact, in some cases you’ll need to build up your CBD levels before you start to notice changes. And this can take weeks or even months.\n\nResearchers now think that many health conditions are a result of an imbalanced endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS is the network of receptors found throughout the body, influencing everything from pain management to mood to digestion. \n\nYou can bring your ECS back into balance by supplementing natural endocannabinoids with cannabinoids in cannabis. That said, sometimes you have to consume CBD for months in order to see an improvement in your health. \n\nRELATED: [IS YOUR ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM IN BALANCE?](https://hellomd.com/articles/is-your-endocannabinoid-system-in-balance)\n\nOne person whose had success with CBD is HelloMD’s co-founder Pamela Hadfield, who [started taking the cannabinoid to help ease her debilitating migraines](https://hellomd.com/articles/migraines-how-i-got-off-pain-meds-and-found-relief-with-cannabis/). After a few months of daily CBD consumption, she was able to successfully manage her migraine pain. Another month taking CBD every day, and her migraines stopped completely. Now she’s been migraine-free for several years and finally feels like she has her life back. \n\nLuckily, Pamela wasn’t discouraged when she didn’t see results right away. And her consistent, daily consumption of CBD paid off. \n\nSo, if you’re new to CBD, our advice is to be patient. Give yourself enough time for CBD levels in your body to rise and see if this balances your ECS enough to help you feel better. \n\n### 6. Taking CBD the Wrong Way \n\nIt’s pretty amazing just how many ways you can take your hemp CBD nowadays. You can:\n\n* Rub it on your skin\n* Vape it\n* Put a CBD oil under your tongue or in the beverage of your choice\n* Swallow CBD gel caps \n* Use a CBD transdermal patch\n\nBut the condition you’re looking to improve should dictate the way you take CBD. If you want to take CBD to lessen anxiety, a topical may not provide the best relief. You’ll need to take the CBD internally; this means a hemp-derived CBD vape pen or tincture is your best bet. \n\nBut, if you want the CBD to target a specific area, say your shoulders where you have a sore muscle, a topical CBD preparation is ideal, rather than a CBD sublingual or edible.\n\nMake sure you’re taking CBD in the right way for you. And don’t be afraid to switch up your consumption method if you think it may help (and note it in your CBD journal).\n\nSome folks would have you think that CBD is a magical substance that can cure just about anything. And while various individuals have experienced life-changing results from taking hemp CBD, it doesn’t work this way for everyone. \n\nWhatever the case may be, if you take the steps to avoid these common mistakes, you’ll help set yourself up for a positive experience with CBD.  \n\nPhoto credit: [Christiana Rivers](https://unsplash.com/@christiana)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) index of articles. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/2wBDABALDA4MChAODQ4SERATGCgaGBYWGDEjJR0oOjM9PDkzODdASFxOQERXRTc4UG1RV19iZ2hnPk1xeXBkeFxlZ2P/2wBDARESEhgVGC8aGi9jQjhCY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2P/wgARCAAOABQDASIAAhEBAxEB/8QAFwAAAwEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIEA//EABUBAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEC/9oADAMBAAIQAxAAAAGDZ2hhAZ//xAAZEAADAAMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABAgMAESH/2gAIAQEAAQUCiO1Cg8yCblWesYBW/8QAFhEAAwAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEBEh/9oACAEDAQE/AYh//8QAFBEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEP/aAAgBAgEBPwE//8QAGRABAQADAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEQABAiEx/9oACAEBAAY/Am15eymbVyxf/8QAGhAAAwEAAwAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAERITFBkf/aAAgBAQABPyFbZ1YqNBJWtnZbxtMbRnhyAjxj1Nh//9oADAMBAAIAAwAAABAP7//EABcRAAMBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABESH/2gAIAQMBAT8QTwKf/8QAFhEBAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEQAB/9oACAECAQE/EDVi/8QAGhABAQEBAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAREhADFBYf/aAAgBAQABPxCKBnS1ucY56Jaxre3IKr83kBaPmkXaDoE+z87GQoL3/9k=","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/14b42/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.jpg","srcSet":"/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/f836f/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.jpg 200w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/2244e/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.jpg 400w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/14b42/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.jpg 800w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/47498/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.jpg 1200w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/0e329/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.jpg 1600w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/6fe31/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.jpg 3668w","srcWebp":"/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/58556/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/61e93/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.webp 200w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/1f5c5/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.webp 400w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/58556/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.webp 800w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/99238/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.webp 1200w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/7c22d/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.webp 1600w,\n/static/f88df077c2cb73737fc07680a41adf91/8f62f/862e3a99ddca87641cb837ccdebf4a37.webp 3668w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2885-markdown","title":"5 Budget-Friendly Hemp CBD Stocking Stuffers","slug":"5-budget-friendly-hemp-cbd-stocking-stuffers","content":"It seems like every holiday season there’s a mad scramble for that last-minute stocking stuffer or for that present for a white elephant gift exchange. For gifting where you’ve set a maximum spend value, it can be hard to find a quality gift in the price range that the recipient will actually like. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nSo maybe this year you should turn to some small but powerful hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) gifts to fill those last-minute needs. Since the CBD in all of these products comes from hemp, they ship legally to all 50 states. There’s also no tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in these products, so no one will feel high when using them. \n\nThese gifts are all under $20 and contain high-quality CBD that can help with a variety of things—from dry, irritated skin to muscle aches. And what’s better than giving friends and family the gift of good health? \n\n### 1. Wildflower’s CBD+ Soap Soothes Dry, Winter Skin in a Flash\n\n![Wildflower CBD soap](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-a144517e-82ae-482d-8ea6-f661e0021dd4/original.png)\n\nWinter can be harsh for all types of skin. If you’re buying for someone who likes to look and feel their best, they’ll love the [CBD+ Soap from Wildflower](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57b4b502f1740001523086/cbd-soap).  \n\nThis all-natural bar soap comes in either lavender or vanilla with scents that are pleasant and relaxing, but not overpowering. From the first use, skin feels softer, plumper and more even. \n\nUsers report it even helps with makeup removal and more severe skin conditions like acne and psoriasis. At only $10, it’s an affordable way to help someone add a bit of luxury to their skin care routine.  \n\n### 2. Cured Spices From Cured Nutrition Are a Tasty Way to Take CBD\n\n![Cured Nutrition Smoky BBQ CBD spice](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-f0e33e43-c1c4-4058-ae08-d3f34002d79e/original.png)\n\nIf someone on your list is interested in taking CBD regularly—like they would a daily multivitamin—a fantastic way to ingest the healing cannabinoid is by using [Cured Nutrition’s Cured Spices]( https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57ad3f02f1740001522ff7/cured-spices) in the kitchen. Each $18 pot of spices contains 100 gm of CBD, and there are three flavors to choose from:\n\n* Cinnamon and honey\n* Smoky BBQ\n* Roasted garlic & lemon pepper \n\nSprinkle the cinnamon and honey spices on oatmeal, roll some mixed nuts in the smoky BBQ, or season a salmon fillet with the roasted garlic & lemon pepper.\n\nThese CBD spices are ideal for the canna-curious and/or for someone who enjoys cooking. \n\nRELATED: [5 FAQS FROM FRIENDS & FAMILY ABOUT HEMP CBD](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5be8e862153499000829fbd5/5-faqs-from-friends-and-family-about-hemp-cbd)\n\n### 3. SIVA’s CBD Patch Eases Aches & Pains Mess-Free\n\n![SIVA CBD patch](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-511a39d9-7c24-4a10-9c71-2381edce5de6/original.png)\n\nTransdermal patches are a great way to gain the pain-relieving benefits of CBD in an easy-to-use, mess-free form. And [SIVA’s CBD patch](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5bad7f79480cf17202c7dbd2/20mg-cbd-patch) provides a microdose of high-quality, lab-tested CBD. \n\nEach patch contains 20 mg of CBD, which can help ease a back ache, pulled muscle or a sore shoulder. Users can apply the patch wherever they need relief and wear it for hours under their clothing without anyone knowing. \n\nJust peel the patch off the backing, place it where you need pain relief and let the patch go to work. At just $9 per patch, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more economical, effective little gift. \n\n### 4. Protect Your Lips This Winter With CBD Lip Balm From Pure Ratios\n\n![Pure Ratios CBD lip balm](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-56589da4-8a1d-4d50-bdbd-234866a7e2e2/original.png)\n\nCBD is widely known to help moisturize and repair skin—and the same goes for lips, too. [Pure Ratios’ CBD lip balm](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b577c4b02f1740001522d02/cbd-lip-balm) is the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone on your list. Besides CBD, the balm contains other nourishing ingredients, which help soothe and prevent dry, cracked lips like: \n\n* Rosebuds\n* Elderflower\n* Coconut oil\n* Jojoba oil\n\nAt just $10 each, you can gift these potent little lip balms to everyone on your list. \n\n### 5. Gift Your Pooch or the Fur Parent in Your Life a Bag of Lamb CBD Dog Treats From Holistic Hound\n\n![Holistic Hounds CBD lamb dog treats](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-dbef706a-b57f-484b-a5b5-a38a7c084bcb/original.png)\n\nMaybe the person you’re buying for is a devoted doggie parent. Or maybe in your house Fido gets his own Christmas stocking. Either way, the canine gift that combines mouth-watering flavors and good health are the [CBD Lamb Dog Treats from Holistic Hound](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57a1f302f1740001522f34/cbd-dog-treats-3-mg). \n\nThe ingredients in these lamb treats include: \n\n* Grass-fed, New Zealand lamb liver\n* Organic coconut oil \n* 3 mg of lab-tested, organic CBD per treat \n\n[Dogs have an endocannabinoid system just like we do](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b92ac5128d6e8000971f750/keeping-your-pet-healthy-with-hemp-derived-cbd), so they can also benefit from CBD’s anti-inflammatory, calming and pain-relieving properties. \n\nDog owners have reported that CBD has helped their furry best friend with everything from separation anxiety to creaky joints. A bag of 15 treats costs just $15. \n\nPhoto credit: [freestocks.org](https://unsplash.com/@freestocks) (main image), [Wildflower](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bgu_le_hmjb/) (Wildflower image), [Cured Nutrition](https://www.instagram.com/p/BqSp2sXnbIQ/) (Cured Nutrition image), [SIVA](https://www.instagram.com/p/BoYAnaLhnh8/) (SIVA image), [Pure Ratios](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn4YO9GjSs_/) (Pure Ratios image), [Holistic Hound](https://www.instagram.com/p/BoAfbcun2lu/) (Holistic Hound image)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) index of articles. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/14b42/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.jpg","srcSet":"/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/f836f/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.jpg 200w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/2244e/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.jpg 400w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/14b42/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.jpg 800w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/47498/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.jpg 1200w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/0e329/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.jpg 1600w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/43576/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.jpg 3653w","srcWebp":"/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/58556/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/61e93/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.webp 200w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/1f5c5/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.webp 400w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/58556/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.webp 800w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/99238/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.webp 1200w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/7c22d/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.webp 1600w,\n/static/40fd08375f26f7308305f00476fcccfe/35449/b90ec3a21dc3eacd1bbd3f52775f3c27.webp 3653w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2881-markdown","title":"Gift Guide: 7 Products for Those New to Hemp CBD","slug":"gift-guide-7-products-for-those-new-to-hemp-cbd","content":"Struggling to find the perfect gift for a few folks in your life? Well, lucky for you, cannabidiol—better known as CBD—is having a moment. This means now’s a good time to gift this trendy and healthy ingredient to friends and family this holiday season.  \n\nCBD is getting a lot of attention because of its powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Research and anecdotal evidence suggest CBD may help alleviate many types of pain.\n\nIn addition, people have found that CBD can help manage stress and anxiety—issues most of us encounter regularly. That’s why CBD can be a great gift for just about anyone; it can help us feel good—and who doesn’t want that? \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nTo the uninitiated, the world of CBD products can be daunting: How to take it? And how much to take? Is the product really what it says it is? Well, never fear. We’re here to help. [HelloMD now sells CBD products nationwide](https://www.hellomd.com/products?all), and we vet every brand on our site for product potency and safety. \n\nWe’ve put together a list of some user-friendly, hemp CBD products that are a good fit for anyone who wants to figure out if CBD is right for them. \n\n### 1. Get Wildflower’s CBD+ Wellness Tincture for the Health Enthusiast in Your Life\n\n![Wildflower CBD+ Wellness Tincture](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-4885b35f-0bbe-465c-af33-16becfcfbe35/original.png)\n\nWildflower boasts some of the prettiest packaging in the business. And its [CBD+ Wellness Tincture](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57af1902f174000152301e/cbd-wellness) is no exception. But this product isn’t all looks—it’s also packing 500 mg of CBD per bottle. This may sound like a lot to a newbie, but it just means that you have the freedom to explore your own dosage without fear of running out too soon. \n\nWhile each dropperful contains 16.5 mg of CBD, Wildflower recommends that newbies start out with just two drops to see how they feel. Get this tincture for the wellness devotee who’s serious about incorporating CBD into their daily routine.\n\nAs a bonus, this tincture has a tropical fruit flavor that makes it easy to keep under your tongue for maximum—and fast-acting—absorption. \n\n### 2. Select’s Relax Vape Pen Is Great for Folks Who Need to De-Stress \n\n![Select Relax Vape Pen](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-61c734f6-fca1-4f8c-9c67-e84ef77930d7/original.png)\n\nDisposable vape pens are great for newbies: They don’t need to be charged, require little upkeep, and you can toss or recycle them once you’ve used up all of the oil. Select’s Relax CBD Vape Pen clocks in at a great price of $35, and it’s infused with lavender oil to complement CBD’s relaxing properties. \n\nEach puff of this pen contains 2.5–5 mg of CBD, so newbies can microdose until they find their sweet spot. Get it for the person in your life who could use a little help managing their stress.\n\nRELATED: [TOP 3 CBD PRODUCTS TO HELP YOU DE-STRESS](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5be0a37026ef630008f055b4/top-3-cbd-products-to-help-you-de-stress)\n\n### 3. Elixinol's Hemp CBD Capsules Are Great for Athletes\n\n![Elixinol Hemp CBD Capsules](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-dfa756f2-c207-44bc-b2c3-a9d12e755bd3/original.png)\n\nElixinol’s CBD Hemp Oil Capsules deliver CBD in a familiar package. These capsules are fast-acting, easy to swallow and contain 15 mg of CBD apiece—a good starter dose for those who’ve had minimal contact with CBD. Give these to the athlete in your life; they’ll appreciate the anti-inflammatory properties of CBD, and it’ll be a nice addition to their supplement cabinet. \n\n### 4. Gift Vertè Essentials' Elevate Vital Oil to Someone Who’s Really Into Skin Care\n\n![Verte Essentials Elevate Vital Oil](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-7e864058-4e28-4d98-8617-802bdf0426c6/original.png)\n\nPeople often turn to CBD to manage pain, reduce nausea or ease anxiety. But CBD is also becoming a popular addition to skin care products. This makes sense, considering that its anti-inflammatory properties may help soothe skin that’s prone to irritation and dryness. \n\nIf you know someone who’s a skin care fanatic, try giving them [Vertè Essentials’ Elevate Vital Oil](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57bb1602f17400015230c2/elevate-vital-oil). This serum contains 150 mg of CBD along with chai herb and flower extracts. It was designed to purify, protect and invigorate skin. \n\nPlus, this serum is edible. So if your gift recipient is curious about ingesting CBD, they can try adding a bit to their morning tea as well.  \n\n### 5. Siva’s Hemp Patch Can Help Fight Pain \n\n![Siva Hemp Patch](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-0c2a4840-1646-4680-8c89-c3ad9bb62129/original.png)\n\nTransdermal patches are ideal for those who are interested in using CBD for pain relief. Siva’s patches contain 20 mg of CBD apiece. Once attached, these patches consistently deliver CBD to your system for hours of relief. \n\nThe best thing about transdermal patches is that you never have to worry about your next dose. They’re discreet, and you can use them anywhere. \n\n### 6. Vertly’s Relief Lotion Has All-Around Appeal \n\n![Vertly Relief Lotion](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-6f33ee40-cf34-40f0-b8a1-8da5f336b000/original.png)\n\nTopicals are the gateway CBD product. You don’t have to worry about ingesting anything, and it’s very unlikely that you’ll overdo it. [Vertly’s Relief Lotion](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5ba2a9de1669df4c6daec804/relief-lotion) is a versatile gift: If someone wants to use CBD topicals for pain, the 150 mg of CBD in this lotion should do the trick. \n\nBut if they’re simply looking for a rich, hydrating lotion, there’s also shea butter and herbs like arnica that’ll help keep skin feeling hydrated and refreshed. \n\nRELATED: [ALL ABOUT TOPICAL CBD & HOW IT SINKS INTO THE SKIN](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5bbfdd6edd54d50008d4078e/all-about-topical-cbd-and-how-it-sinks-into-the-skin)\n\n### 7. Give Basic Jane’s Essential Oil Trio to Folks Interested in Holistic Healing \n\n![Basic Jane Essential Oil Trio](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-fba011ff-f589-4da4-b854-eac8c5bd0b8f/original.png)\n\nJust like CBD, essential oils of every variety are coming into the spotlight. If you know an essential oil fanatic, it’s likely they’ve already heard of CBD. But have they ever tried both essential oils and CBD at the same time? \n\nEnter [Basic Jane’s Essential Oil Trio](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5beca7712ae500d4af82e009/essential-oil-trio), which you can massage generously onto the skin. Each oil blend in this trio was created with a certain effect in mind: Awake, Relax and Revive—and then CBD was added to the mix for a bit of pain relief. \n\nPhoto credit: [rawpixel](https://unsplash.com/@rawpixel) (main image), [Wildflower](https://www.instagram.com/p/BoMpf5UFVOm/) (Wildflower image), [Select CBD](https://www.instagram.com/p/BiFNy7NluFU/) (Select image), [Elixinol](https://www.instagram.com/p/BhkjLL4FJ3e/) (Elixinol image), [Vertè Essentials](https://www.instagram.com/p/BoK5wc8nrOj/) (Vertè image), [Siva](https://www.instagram.com/p/BoYAnaLhnh8/) (Siva image), [Vertly Balm](https://www.instagram.com/p/BjaBhscBEPk/) (Vertly image), [Basic Jane](https://www.instagram.com/p/BbCfAMPDq4J/) (Basic Jane image) \n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/14b42/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.jpg","srcSet":"/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/f836f/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.jpg 200w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/2244e/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.jpg 400w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/14b42/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.jpg 800w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/47498/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.jpg 1200w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/0e329/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.jpg 1600w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/db203/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.jpg 3642w","srcWebp":"/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/58556/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/61e93/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.webp 200w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/1f5c5/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.webp 400w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/58556/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.webp 800w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/99238/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.webp 1200w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/7c22d/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.webp 1600w,\n/static/1f56d224a24309db5bd9b5c62403f4e6/62b7a/c5a2781da5b8c66df65105e3910606da.webp 3642w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2878-markdown","title":"5 CBD Products to Help You Fight the Cold or Flu","slug":"5-cbd-products-to-help-you-fight-the-cold-or-flu","content":"Cold and flu season is here. And while we all chug gallons of Emergen-C and echinacea tea in hopes that we won’t get sick, usually it can’t be helped: Most of us are probably going to get sick at some point this fall or winter. The thing that matters is what we do to help us have a speedy recovery.\n\nAnd what can help? Sleep, fluids and a little bit of cannabidiol (CBD), of course. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nMany studies have looked at CBD’s effect on the immune system. These studies have found that CBD is an immunomodulator—it can both suppress and boost the immune system, depending on the circumstances. \n\nWhether CBD can help us avoid the cold or flu is still unknown. There’s still no research available to suggest that CBD can cure the common cold or the flu, but CBD does have powerful anti-inflammatory properties that can help us feel better when we’re feeling under the weather. \n\nIf you’ve got the cold or flu, CBD’s anti-inflammatory properties may help you feel better by: \n\n* Easing sinus pressure and headaches\n* Soothing aches and pains \n* Reducing nausea\n* Calming a persistent cough \n\nAnd when we feel better, we’re more likely to take better care of ourselves and recover more quickly. Lucky for you, CBD is now easily accessible no matter where you are. If you want to prep for cold and flu season, here are a few products you can keep in your medicine cabinet for when you’re feeling a bit rundown.\n\nRELATED: [5 HEMP CBD PRODUCTS FOR YOUR ACHES & PAINS](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5ba0209f28d6e8000971f7e0/5-hemp-cbd-products-for-your-aches-and-pains)\n\n### 1. Wildflower CBD+ Immunity Vape Pen Provides Immediate Relief   \n\n![Wildflower’s CBD+ Immunity Vape Pen](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-af37fb7a-8602-4e0f-bbab-8ee5223d0b12/original.png)\n\nBeing sick can be incredibly uncomfortable: aches, pains and coughing galore; sometimes you just want immediate relief. Vaping CBD is the best way to ensure fast-acting effects while still being relatively easy on your lungs. \n\n[Wildflower’s CBD+ Immunity Vape Pen](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57b1a902f174000152305a/cbd-immunity) contains a blend of CBD and essential oils to provide quick relief from cold and flu symptoms. With this pen, not only will you get the powerful anti-inflammatory properties of CBD, you’ll also get comforting eucalyptus, warming cinnamon and soothing myrrh—all intended to help with your symptoms, so you can get some much-needed rest. \n\n### 2. If You’re Nauseous, Try Select’s Lemon Ginger Hemp Oil Drops \n\n![Select Lemon Ginger Hemp Oil Drops](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-4e540a9d-8fbc-4602-a98a-120f9dbaaa61/original.png)\n\nWe’ve all been so sick and nauseous that the idea of eating was out of the question. The problem is, you need to eat to help your body recover. Research has shown that CBD can be a powerful anti-emetic—that means, it can help you feel less nauseous. \n\n[Select’s Lemon Ginger Hemp Oil Drops](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5bb54c9d15dd42feefa0a3eb/hemp-oil-drops) contain not only CBD, but ginger and lemon as well. Both of these ingredients have been used as home remedies to help with nausea for centuries. Each bottle contains 1,000 mg of CBD. Try having a few drops 30 minutes to an hour before you plan to have a meal. \n\n### 3. Elixinol’s CBD Hemp Oil Capsules Can Help With Headaches & Other Discomforts \n\n![Elixinol CBD Hemp Oil Capsules](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-d82edf81-0087-4142-bd12-14b638fca1be/original.png)\n\nIf you prefer to take capsules over tinctures, [Elixinol’s CBD Hemp Oil Capsules](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57a71f02f1740001522f78/cbd-hemp-oil-capsules) are a great option—and they’re priced right, too. Each capsule contains 15 mg of CBD mixed with medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil for fast absorption. These capsules are absorbed quickly into the body and provide relief from headaches and other discomforts in as little as 15 minutes. \n\n### 4. Rub Basic Jane’s Relieve Cream on Achy Joints \n\n![Basic Jane Relieve Cream](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-9919633a-6318-46fb-9e5d-6e98bf96902d/original.png)\n\nPain and congestion may be one of the most uncomfortable parts of having the flu. Luckily, [Basic Jane’s Relieve Cream](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57a97302f1740001522fa3/relieve-cream) may be able to help. A good match for achy muscles, this cream contains peppermint, which is cooling; aloe, which is soothing; and menthol and CBD, which work together to fight pain and inflammation. And as a bonus, the minty goodness in this cream may be able to help open up those clogged airway passages. \n\n### 5. Use Vertè Essentials’ Elevate Luxe Soak for Full Body Relief \n\n![Verte Essentials Eleveate Luxe Soak](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-ff7508bf-fede-4423-8d3b-f413fa84b0c7/original.png)\n\nYou should definitely treat yourself when you’re sick. And [Vertè Essentials Elevate Luxe Soak](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57bb3202f17400015230c3/elevate-luxe-soak) may be the best way to indulge. This bath soak contains Epsom salts, CBD and an aromatic blend of floral and herbal extracts. This relaxing soak is sure to help you de-stress. Plus, we all know that taking a bath is one of the best ways to bring down a fever and soothe achy muscles. \n\nPhoto credit: [Kelly Sikkema](https://unsplash.com/@kellysikkema) (main image), [Wildflower](https://www.instagram.com/p/BZ76a_Bga-v/) (Wildflower image), [Cura Wellness](https://www.instagram.com/p/BhZ_-KKFjnq/) (Select image), [Elixinol]( https://www.instagram.com/p/BhkjLL4FJ3e/) (Elixinol image), [Basic Jane]( https://www.instagram.com/p/BhoqirDgh3X/) (Basic Jane image), [Vertè Essentials](https://www.instagram.com/p/BelXPLSFD22/) (Vertè Essentials image)","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/14b42/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.jpg","srcSet":"/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/f836f/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.jpg 200w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/2244e/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.jpg 400w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/14b42/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.jpg 800w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/47498/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.jpg 1200w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/0e329/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.jpg 1600w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/fcb6e/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.jpg 3002w","srcWebp":"/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/58556/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/61e93/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.webp 200w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/1f5c5/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.webp 400w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/58556/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.webp 800w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/99238/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.webp 1200w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/7c22d/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.webp 1600w,\n/static/875aad06238bbd970b78a9128503d3da/81baa/9bc140252fcf7240752f330319f5e2af.webp 3002w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2872-markdown","title":"From Room Service to Spas: Hotels Now Serve Up CBD","slug":"from-room-service-to-spas-hotels-now-serve-up-cbd","content":"Massages, 24-hour room service, a killer breakfast buffet—these are the amenities we’ve come to expect when we stay at a hotel. But now many hotels and their spas offer cannabidiol (CBD) services for their guests.\n\nFeel like ordering in some CBD-infused dinner during a stressful business trip? Or do you want to sample some delicious CBD cocktails during your girl’s weekend away? Well, it seems like the hospitality sector has heard you and got you covered. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en) \n\n### All About CBD\n\nYou may know that CBD is a compound found in the cannabis plant. It’s also present in hemp plants—hemp is just a different variety of the cannabis plant than the ones that produce CBD and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).\n\nHemp CBD is legally defined as containing 0.3% THC or less. So, it’s a miniscule amount that doesn’t get people high. If the CBD comes from the hemp plant, you can legally buy it nationwide. \n\nPeople have been turning more and more to CBD to help with a host of health concerns like:\n\n* Pain\n* Anxiety\n* Inflammation\n* Sleep\n\n[RELATED: WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT CANNABIDIOL, OR CBD?](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a8dafa0f24d1300077ccb59/whats-so-great-about-cannabidiol-or-cbd)\n\nFolks looking to try out CBD to feel good can now choose to take it in so many different ways:\n\n* [CBD lotions, balms and patches](https://www.hellomd.com/products?category=Topicals)\n* [CBD tinctures](https://www.hellomd.com/products?category=Tinctures)\n* [CBD vape cartridges](https://www.hellomd.com/products?category=Vaporizers)\n* [CBD capsules and pre-made edibles](https://www.hellomd.com/products?category=Edibles)\n\n### Get a Dose of CBD When You Order Room Service\n\nHotels, spas and other companies in the hospitality industry are taking advantage of people’s newfound interest in making CBD a part of their lives. And since some CBD oils don’t have a strong taste or smell, what easier way to ingest the compound than add it to food.\n\nIf you’re looking for a CBD-friendly hotel in New York City, look no further than the funky James New York—NoMad in midtown. If you stay there, you can choose some room service munchies from its full menu of CBD-infused foods. The chef who put together the CBD menu, Andrea Drummer, studied at Le Cordon Bleu and started adding cannabis to her culinary creations to help ease joint pain. \n\nShe told _Moneyish_, “[I like food that’s comforting so I thought, ‘What do you want to eat when you’re vegging out in a great hotel room](https://moneyish.com/ish/hotels-are-tapping-into-the-2-1-billion-cannabis-market-with-cbd-room-service/\n)?’ Meatballs is one of those things, and I really love tater tots.” So, comfort food is what you’ll find on the CBD room service menu. \n\nAndrea’s spicy meatballs with pine nuts, Parmigiana and toast points include 15 mg of CBD. The house tots come with CBD-infused chipotle ketchup and Sriracha mayo—each with 10 mg of CBD. \n\nThe manager of the James NoMad, James La Russo, also told _Moneyish_, “We’re always researching ways to help our guests relax. CBD extract is proven to have calming effects, easing anxiety and stress. With it being legal in all 50 states, we knew we wanted to get involved.” \n\nAnd if you’re not interested in food, the James NoMad’s CBD menu also includes non-food items to help you relax and look your best, like [vanilla or lavender body soap from Wildflower](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57b4b502f1740001523086/cbd-soap), and [Vertly’s CBD lip balm](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5ba2aaa11669dfffefaec814/hemp-infused-lip-balm).\n\n### Topical CBD Preparations Take Spa Treatments to the Next Level\n\nMany folks, who use CBD for aches and pains, inflammation and even stress, like to take their CBD in topical form. So, if you’re in Napa Valley, CA, book a CBD treatment at [Spa Solage at Solage, an Auberge Resort](https://solage.aubergeresorts.com/). You can choose from a massage, facial or body scrub that includes CBD oil. \n\nIn Colorado, it’s no surprise that it’s relatively easy to find a hotel with CBD spa services on the menu. At the [St. Julien Hotel & Spa, there’s a suite of CBD bliss treatments](https://www.stjulien.com/spa/menu). Choose from a classic full-body massage with CBD oil or a CBD oil deep-tissue massage. You can also book a full CBD bliss package, which features a body scrub, full-body massage, scalp massage and a nice, relaxing cup of CBD tea to finish it all off. \n\nBut even in states without recreational or robust medical marijuana laws, you can still get a dose of CBD at your local hotel spa. At the [W in Austin, TX, you can book the On the Road Again massage](http://www.austinawayspa.com/bodytreatments). An ode to local hero Willie Nelson, the full-body massage uses CBD oil to help fight pain and inflammation. \n\n### CBD Cocktails Help Boost Relaxation\n\nWhile it’s [not advisable to mix alcohol and THC](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58e7bbf32fdeaf51a1a08384/mixing-marijuana-and-alcohol), as alcohol amplifies the effects of THC, the same isn’t true for CBD. So, hotel bars have taken to offering guests CBD cocktails that are tasty and have added health benefits.\n\nIf you’re in Los Angeles, head to the [Hollywood Roosevelt where you can enjoy a CBD mojito](https://www.thehollywoodroosevelt.com/) at the bar. One woman at the Hollywood Roosevelt, Jessica Schupak [told the _New York Times_ why she’s a fan of its CBD mojito](https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/03/travel/marijuana-food-hotels-spas.html): “Part of the reason I have a drink is to relax, and the relaxation effect of this mojito is even more profound.”\n\n### No More CBD Cocktails in CA Starting Jan. 1, 2019\n\nIf you’re reading this in California or were hoping to sample a CBD cocktail on your next trip to the Golden State, you’re out of luck. Outgoing Gov. Jerry Brown signed [Assembly Bill 2914 into law earlier this year](https://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/news/cbd-cocktails-are-outlawed-in-california-after-gov-brown-signs-bill-101018). This bill makes it illegal for any alcoholic drinks to be infused with CBD. It also prevents establishments with a liquor license from selling any kind of CBD-infused drinks at all.\n\nThe law goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2019, so get to those California hotel bars to sip their delicious and relaxing CBD cocktails while you can. \n\nHotels aim is to have their guests relaxed and happy during their stay. So, it’s no wonder they’re including CBD as part of their offerings. Yes, it means they can charge more for cocktails, food and spa treatments that include CBD, but it also means the further normalization of cannabinoids and cannabis in general—and that can only be good for all of us. \n\nPhoto credit: [Hubert Mousseigne](https://unsplash.com/@northern_hubert)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) index of articles. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/14b42/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.jpg","srcSet":"/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/f836f/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.jpg 200w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/2244e/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.jpg 400w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/14b42/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.jpg 800w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/47498/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.jpg 1200w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/0e329/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.jpg 1600w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/b1ffd/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.jpg 3669w","srcWebp":"/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/58556/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/61e93/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.webp 200w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/1f5c5/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.webp 400w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/58556/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.webp 800w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/99238/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.webp 1200w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/7c22d/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.webp 1600w,\n/static/e6bfe45be67286ec65ee8a92d02c9629/fa911/4491051c0697a8028e54c40493da3b28.webp 3669w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2870-markdown","title":"5 FAQs From Friends & Family About Hemp CBD","slug":"5-faqs-from-friends-and-family-about-hemp-cbd","content":"The holidays are fast approaching. For many of us, this means time spent with family, which—depending on your situation—can be good, bad or somewhere in between. As someone who consumes cannabis and who also works in the industry, I’m constantly peppered with questions about cannabis—and cannabidiol (CBD) from hemp in particular—during this time. \n\nPart of being a responsible cannabis consumer is doing your best to properly educate those who may not know much about the plant. And since CBD is such a hot topic these days, it’s only natural that friends and family members are curious about this powerful molecule. Based off of the questions I’m always asked, it’s clear there’s still a lot of confusion about what CBD is and what it can (and can’t) do. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nThis year, I’ve decided to do a little prep work before the holidays, and I’m passing the fruits of my labor on to you. The following are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions I get from friends and family about hemp CBD. \n\n\n### 1. Will Hemp CBD Help With My [Insert Condition]? \n\nI’m not a doctor and not qualified to answer questions like this. But since it’s family that’s typically asking me this question, I offer up what I do know. I always tell them that CBD has the following properties:\n\n* Anti-inflammatory\n* Anti-anxiety\n* Anti-emetic (i.e., effective against vomiting and nausea)\n* Neuroprotective\n* Antidepressant\n* Antifungal\n* Antibacterial\n* Antispasmodic\n\nBut I also mention many of the studies that were conducted to get this information weren’t done on humans. There is, however, plenty of anecdotal evidence that CBD can help with a lot of conditions.\n\nSo, the real answer to their question is always maybe. The only way for them to know is to try it themselves. \n\nA lot of times CBD can seem like a cure-all, but it’s not. And it’s important to mention this to family members who are thinking of trying it, so they can have appropriate expectations. For most people CBD isn’t a silver bullet, but if it’s a good fit for their condition, it may be able to really improve their quality of life. \n\nRELATED: [6 REASONS TO CONSUME HEMP CBD](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b64b6c7a1805500087dba2f/6-reasons-to-consume-hemp-cbd)\n\n### 2. How & Where Do I Buy Hemp CBD?\n\nThere’s a lot of low-quality CBD out there. Hemp is a bioaccumulator—that means it often absorbs a lot of what’s in the soil, and this then builds up in the plant’s tissues. This includes heavy metals and pesticides. These substances can then get passed along to consumers.   \n\nThis is why it’s so important that anyone who’s looking to buy CBD, keeps a few things in mind. In general, the CBD you buy should:\n\n* Come from Europe or the U.S. \n* Have test results that are readily available\n\nTest results are important. They show you how much CBD is actually in the product, and they can also let you know if there are any residual pesticides or solvents. \n\nFor me, this question is now easier to answer, given that [HelloMD now sells hemp-derived CBD nationwide](https://www.hellomd.com/products?all). Since we’re selective about what we carry, it’s easy for me to send a family member here, and I can rest easy knowing that they’re getting safe products.\n\nBut no matter where you decide to buy CBD, you should always research the company you’re purchasing from and read labels carefully. A lot of CBD products may be cut with something else to lower their costs. In general, if something seems too good to be true, it usually is. \n\nRELATED: [WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR WHEN BUYING HEMP CBD OIL](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b5e97d0a1805500087db9d9/what-to-watch-out-for-when-buying-hemp-cbd-oil)\n\n### 3. How Should I Take Hemp CBD?\n\nLet your family members know the basic CBD consumption options:\n\n* Tincture\n* Topical\n* Vaporizer\n* Capsules\n\nThere are other ways to consume CBD, like smoking it for instance, but the four ways listed above are the easiest for newcomers to access. The method of consumption is really up to them.\n\nWhen you’re first starting out, it’s a good idea to try at least two different methods to see which ones, if any, work better for you. \n\n### 4. How Much CBD Should I Take?\n\nFiguring out dosage is hard. Tell your family members this so they don’t get frustrated right off the bat. Always start with a small amount—like milligrams in the single digits—and take more until you get the effects that you want. \n\nLet them know that experimenting is the only way to find your ideal dose. That said, there are things they can do to make it easier. Recommend that they [get a journal to keep track of their dosing](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b46588b8904b90007731ad3/journaling-your-way-to-the-best-cannabis-experience). And encourage them to try a variety of consumption methods from different brands as well. \n\nAlso mention that sometimes you need to take CBD every day for a month (or even more) to see any results. I’ve interviewed a lot of people who use CBD to address a certain condition, and the majority of them agree that to truly reap CBD’s benefits, you have to take it daily. \n\n### 5. CBD Is From Hemp so It’s Good & THC Is From Marijuana so It’s Bad, Right? \n\nI always sigh when I get this question, because properly addressing it would require a deep dive into the history and politics behind marijuana prohibition. And it would also involve a lesson on genetics. So instead, I usually offer up a simple answer:\n\nCBD and THC come from the same plant: _Cannabis sativa_. Over thousands of years, we’ve domesticated this plant and bred it for different purposes. I like to compare what we’ve done to cannabis with what we’ve done to dogs; it makes this genetic concept easier to grasp. \n\nAll dogs are the same species, but over thousands of years of breeding, we’ve selected certain traits that we liked and bred for them. That’s why a Chihuahua and a Great Dane may look totally different, but fundamentally, they’re the same: They’re both dogs. \n\nThis is the same case with cannabis: Marijuana and hemp may look different and have different purposes, but they’re fundamentally still the same plant.\n\nMarijuana refers to plants that’ve been bred to have a high THC content, but this doesn’t mean that marijuana has no CBD. Meanwhile, hemp refers to crops that are bred for food, fiber and industrial purposes. And since hemp also contains CBD, we’re now growing it for that reason, too. \n\nSo, CBD can come from both hemp and marijuana. If your family lives in a state where medical or recreational cannabis is legal, they’ll likely have access to CBD from both marijuana and hemp. If they live in a state where cannabis is illegal, hemp is their best bet for accessing CBD. \n\nAfter all of this, if you still have the energy to explain that THC can be good, go for it. CBD gets all of the attention, but THC has therapeutic properties, too. It’s good for pain, sleep and nausea—just like CBD is. \n\nCBD is a rich topic, and if family members truly want to be educated on this subject, they’re going to have to do a little reading and researching themselves—and HelloMD’s a great place to start. Suggest that they check out our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) article.\n\nAnd if they have any additional questions, they can always [go to our Answers page](https://www.hellomd.com/answers) where our community of cannabis doctors and enthusiasts can answered them.\n\nPhoto credit: [Chris H](https://www.flickr.com/photos/criticalcapture/)","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/14b42/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.jpg","srcSet":"/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/f836f/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.jpg 200w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/2244e/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.jpg 400w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/14b42/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.jpg 800w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/47498/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.jpg 1200w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/0e329/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.jpg 1600w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/5e49b/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.jpg 3635w","srcWebp":"/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/58556/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/61e93/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.webp 200w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/1f5c5/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.webp 400w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/58556/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.webp 800w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/99238/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.webp 1200w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/7c22d/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.webp 1600w,\n/static/3c4c5a88b1daf2fcdc5683858290e4e8/bbedc/53b0acd658c1c4f566efa8cd607bff87.webp 3635w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":12,"numPages":6,"currentPage":2,"id":5334,"name":"Hemp","slug":"hemp","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}