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CBD Oil Effects

CBD Oil Effects

CBD oil is the main ingredient in all our Tasty Hemp Oil products.

The effects of CBD oil continue to be studied as exciting new potential benefits begin to emerge. We always encourage our customers to do their own research and discover for themselves.

What is CBD Oil?

CBD oil (or cannabidiol oil) is a natural substance extracted from hemp plants and used as a nutritional supplement. CBD oil is extracted in its highest concentration but can be added to other natural ingredients to make less potent products. CBD oil is completely safe and legal to use across the United States under the 2018 Farm Bill.

Unlike other cannabinoids, CBD does not cause any psychoactive or intoxicating effects. CBD influences the body’s cannabinoid receptors in the Endocannabinoid System to produce certain wanted effects. By experimenting with different concentrations and serving sizes, you can experience the CBD oil effects you’re aiming for.

What Effects are Being Studied?

While no claims can be made yet, researchers are making progress in proving the benefits of and the certain effects it might have on the body. So far, no negative effects of CBD oil have been reported; however, positive reports continue to arise. It has  have been studied for many potential benefits. Healthy individuals can also use CBD oil as a nutritional supplement to support well-being. We are not doctors and cannot diagnose or guarantee any treatment, but we encourage you to research the effects of CBD oil to find out if you could benefit from it.

How Can I Experience the effects of CBD oil?

To join the many individuals benefiting from the effects of CBD oil, you can shop at Tasty Hemp Oil. Our products come in various forms such as supplements, oils, infused edibles, and lip balm.

We recommend using CBD-rich hemp oil products consistently for two weeks to give your body time to understand how to utilize it.

Contact us today to learn more about our products. We love to hear your success stories or answer any questions you might have!

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How to Share CBD with Family This Holiday Season

How to share CBD with family this christmas

With Christmas almost upon us, family get-togethers are right around the corner. While the food, music, and presents make up most of these parties, there is one part that some people dread: small-talk. The art of talking to that one aunt you see once a year who is way too curious about your life.

If you use CBD, there is a great chance that it can come up in these lovely (or dreaded) conversations with family members. To be prepared for the onslaught questions from Aunt Susie once she hears you use CBD, be sure to read on!

Sharing CBD vs Selling: What To Keep In Mind

Before we go on to the questions you might need to answer, let’s be sure to remember a few things. If you are being asked about CBD, chances are you have a chance to clear up some “fake news” for your family members (such as the difference between hemp and marijuana). Doing this could lead to your family trying CBD themselves and improving their health!

Even with that being said, be sure not to go overboard when it comes to educating family. Your goal isn’t to sell a product, that’s our job, your goal should be to educate and tell your own personal story. If you sell too hard, your family will think there is an ulterior motive, when you only really want them to be healthy.

Being someone who knows their CBD, you should want nothing more than to help them become knowledgeable about this new product. Also, if you are successful in educating them and they seem interested in trying our product, be sure to give them coupon code “HAPPYHOLIDAYS” to get 10% off their first purchase!

The 5 Questions You’ll Be Asked (With Answers)

When discussing CBD with your family, these are the 5 questions you are likely to be asked.

Is CBD Legal?

CBD is indeed legal, according to the 2014 Farm Bill. Explain this to Aunt Susie by describing while CBD is derived from the hemp plant, just like marijuana, it has very different effects for those who use it. On top of this, our CBD is derived from industrial hemp, which means that it contains less than 0.3% THC, making it legal according to the 2014 farm bill. There is also a new farm bill which is about to be approved by the President which will make hemp an agricultural commodity, meaning it will be able to be grown and cultivated in every US state!

So Wait, Does It Get You High?

Aunt Susie will probably hit you with this follow-up, which is very easily answered by explaining that CBD has no THC, which is the substance found in marijuana which results in a “high”.

What’s the Difference Between CBD and THC?

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While CBD and THC are both chemicals found in the hemp plant, the slight difference in chemical makeup goes a long way to differentiate the two. For a simple explanation, describe to Aunt Susie they are two different substances: CBD has a calming effect, while THC once again results in a “high” feeling.

How Do You Take It?

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CBD comes in many different forms. Whether it be in tinctures, concentrates, or even edibles such as chocolate or gummies. One of the greatest things about CBD is the variety of ways you can take it, flexibility like this is unheard of with other products in the health industry.

What Are the Benefits of Using CBD?

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We can report that our customers use our products for such things as anxiety and inflammation. It also helps us relax, provides a calming effect as well as having anti-inflammatory properties.  There are many other benefits to using CBD oil, but when talking to a relative we recommend you explain why you personally use CBD and the benefits you have seen. Your own personal experience with CBD will trump any sort of statistic you memorized beforehand.

Resources That Can Help Your Family Members

If your family is curious to learn more, we have a free E-Book you can download by subscribing to our newsletter! In it, we have stuffed a lot more information about CBD. Once you get your email containing the e-book, feel free to forward it to anyone, or even print it out to have on hand at the yearly Christmas party.

 

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The 2018 Farm Bill – What Does It Mean for CBD and Hemp?

Today, the 2018 Farm Bill was signed, a revolutionary piece of legislature for multiple industries, but most importantly: the hemp industry. For decades, hemp (and in turn CBD itself) has been listed as a Controlled Substance, putting it alongside marijuana and other intoxicating substances. However, moving forward, hemp will be placed under the supervision of the Department of Agriculture.

This change will revolutionize the CBD industry, which had been living in a legal gray area for decades. Some regulations were eased with the 2014 Farm Bill, but it was still very difficult for CBD companies like us to follow the guidelines, as some were up almost entirely to interpretation.

With the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp farmers are going to have the ability to participate in USDA programs for certifications for competitive grants, that partnered with a CBD industry that was worth $350 million in 2017 (even with the regulations), the sky is the limit for hemp!

The History of Hemp Prohibition

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The Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 was one of the first steps that America made in the crackdown on hemp plants. However, even before this was passed, attempts to slow down the hemp industry took place as early as 1906. Back then, hemp was used primarily as a way to make paper.

The Tax Act of 1937 was eventually overruled by Leary v. United States in 1969. This found the previously enacted tax act unconstitutional, after Timothy Leary himself was arrested for possession of marijuana.

In the next year, the Controlled Substances Act was passed, which the new 2018 Farm Bill successfully overrules. This was a replacement for the Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 and placed hemp as a controlled substance.

The Highlights Of The 2018 Farm Bill

Read on for the main highlights from the bill itself by attorney Jonathan Miller from Frost Brown Todd LLC, or you can read the entire 807-page report.

  • “By redefining hemp to include its “extracts, cannabinoids and derivatives,” Congress explicitly has removed popular hemp products — such as hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) — from the purview of the CSA. Accordingly, the Drug Enforcement Administration no longer has any possible claim to interfere with the interstate commerce of hemp products. This should give comfort to federally regulated institutions — banks, merchant services, credit card companies, e-commerce sites, and advertising platforms — to conduct commerce with the hemp and hemp product industry.”
  • “Hemp farmers now may finally access needed crop insurance and can fully participate in USDA programs for certification and competitive grants.”
  • “State and Tribal governments may impose separate restrictions or requirements on hemp growth and the sale of hemp products – however, they cannot interfere with the interstate transport of hemp or hemp products. We are hopeful that local and state officials will follow Congress’ lead, as well as the statements and resolutions of the World Health Organization and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that declare, after intense scientific scrutiny, that CBD is safe, non-toxic, and non-addictive.”
  • “The FDA continues to exercise jurisdiction over the regulation of ingestible and topical hemp products.  We applaud the agency’s continued efforts to crack down on bad actors who undermine the industry through misguided marketing claims.  And while we are concerned about non-binding statements made by the FDA that have led some state and local officials to question the legality of the retail sale of hemp-derived CBD, we are hopeful that we can work with the agency to clarify that CBD – which their own scientists concluded has no abuse potential and does not pose a risk to public health – should not be withheld from Americans who count on it for their health and wellness.”

Section By Section

  • Section 7129 (p. 313): Includes hemp in USDA’s supplemental and alternative crops programs. Section 7501 (p. 338): Includes hemp in USDA’s critical agricultural materials programs.
  • Section 7605 (p. 347): Orders the USDA Secretary to prepare a report on the 2014 Farm Bill pilot program, and then repeals that program one year after the new permanent hemp program is created. Section 10113 (p. 429): The guts of the new permanent legalization regime:
  • Section 297A (p. 429) Defines hemp as all parts of the plant less than 0.3% THC, including “derivatives,” “extracts” and “cannabinoids.”
  • Section 297B (p. 429) Empowers states and Tribes to submit plans to USDA to implement permanent hemp growing program.  Requires information gathering, testing, and inspection procedures.  The USDA Secretary must sign off on, or reject, the plan within 60 days, and consult with the Attorney General.  The Secretary can later audit state programs and work with the states to develop corrective action plans where there is noncompliance.
  • Section 297B(e)(p. 431): Orders states and Tribes to develop procedures to address violations, including corrective action in the case of negligence.
  • Section 297B(e)(3)(B) (p. 432): Individuals who commit drug felonies cannot participate in state or Tribal growth programs for 10 years following the date of their conviction.  However, participants in the 2014 Farm Bill pilot programs are grandfathered in to participate in permanent programs despite any prior felony committed.
  • Section 297C (p. 432): States and Tribes are required to maintain information on lands where hemp is grown and testing, enforcement and inspection procedures.  The USDA Secretary must collect such information to be accessible in real time to local, state and federal law enforcement.
  • Section 297D (p. 434): The USDA Secretary is required to submit an annual report to Congress on the program’s implementation.
  • Section 297D(c)(p. 434): Nothing in the new law affects the FDA’s authority under the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act or the Public Health Service Act.
  • Section 10114 (p. 435): Nothing in the act prohibits the interstate commerce of hemp, nor can States or Tribes prohibit the transportation of hemp or hemp products through their territory.
  • Title XI (p. 439):  Hemp farmers are made eligible for crop insurance, and marketability requirements for the crop insurance program can be waived.
  • Section 12619 (p. 540): Hemp is removed from the definition of “marihuana,” and THC found in hemp is excluded from the definition of a controlled substance.”

In Closing

As we look to the future of the hemp industry, one thing is for certain: the best is yet to come! Are you interested in learning more about CBD, or finally trying it? Shop CBD now!

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Michigan’s Cannabis Law Now In Effect – What’s Next?

Michigan cannabis law now in effect, whats next?

Today, December 6th, recreational marijuana is now legal in Tasty Hemp Oil’s home state of Michigan. This is thanks to Proposition 1, which was voted on back in November. With this huge change coming to our state, what does the proposition cover, and how will it impact our industry of non-intoxicating hemp products?

What Does The Proposition Change In Michigan?

From today onwards, adults who are 21 and over can use marijuana recreationally. Keep in mind smoking publicly is still illegal. While you can have up to 2.5 ounces of the herb on you in public, you can have up to 10 ounces on you if you are in a secure location, such as your home. Growing will also be legal, allowing up to 12 plants per household! As we stated when Proposition 1 first passed, this is nothing to take lightly, as most other states who have legalized marijuana only allow 4 plants at the most.

If you are interested in reading the proposition in its entirety, check it out here.

How Will This Influence CBD?

While this law passing does not directly affect CBD, it obviously sets a new standard at the state level. We at Tasty Hemp Oil are hoping this will lead to more testing and research regarding the many benefits of CBD, which would also result in an increase of public education on CBD itself.

With hemp (where CBD is derived from), the Michigan House of Representatives recently approved a bill, which would classify hemp as an agricultural product instead of lumping it with marijuana. This would clear the way for hemp to be grown in Michigan; this would allow us to grow and source our CBD from our own hemp plants locally.

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House Bills 6330, 6331 and 6380, are waiting to be approved by the Senate, which will clear up the gray area currently surround hemp and therefore CBD as well.

While CBD is still legal in Michigan, it will clear up a lot of confusion that the industry faces.

Will Tasty Hemp Oil Now Sell THC Products?

As we said when the proposition first passed, there are currently no plans for us to produce and sell THC products. Helping people is one of our main core values and will be top of mind as we discuss this issue.

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Michigan Legalized Marijuana – Now What?

Michigan legalized marijuana now what

Tasty Hemp Oil’s home state of Michigan just passed Proposal 1, legalizing the recreational use of marijuana for those 21 or older. With this passing, will this affect the legality of CBD?

Does This Affect the Legality Of CBD? 

No, marijuana is not the same as CBD 

CBD is derived from hemp, which is a cannabis plant just like marijuana, except it is non-intoxicating due to low levels of THC. Both industrial hemp and marijuana were made legal through Michigan’s Proposal 1.   

More and more states are beginning to regulate the use of cannabis products derived from both hemp and marijuana. This will open up new possibilities for the benefits of hemp, as CBD and hemp’s other derivatives will now be able to be thoroughly tested and studied.

Is Marijuana Legal In Michigan As Of November 7th? 

No, it is not. Any changes will be implemented after the Secretary of State certifies the results. Remember this only legalizes hemp and marijuana for individuals 21 and over. The proposition will become law ten days after the voting results have been certified, which must take place before November 26th, according to Secretary of State spokesperson Fred Woodhams. 

Though this may be the case, we expect actual business licenses to be delayed until law enforcement can get new laws in place regarding cannabis and its use.

How Much Can I Have? 

Adults 21 and over can have at least 2.5 ounces of marijuana on them. While at home, adults are allowed to have up to 10 ounces if it is in a secure location.  

How About Growing At Home? 

Under Proposition 1, Michigan residents do have the ability to grow up to 12 plants per household! The current standard in states which have legalized marijuana is 4, which is a significant increase.

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Will Tasty Hemp Oil Make THC-Based Products? 

At this time, there are no plans for us to produce and sell THC products, as our primary focus is hemp and its derivatives such as CBD.  With Proposition 1 passing, we will be discussing the impact of adding THC products to the Tasty lineup. Helping people is most important to us and will be top of mind as we discuss this issue.    

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CBD and the Endocannabinoid System

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Learning about the possibilities of CBD as a wellness supplement is encouraging, but it leaves us with questions. Most specifically, how exactly does CBD work? For many of us, it is important to understand how a supplement affects our body. Through testimonials, news reports, and research, we’ve heard that CBD is an effective health supplement; now we need the information to back it up.

When discussing the benefits of CBD, it is necessary to define the endocannabinoid system (ECS). CBD and other cannabis compounds (called cannabinoids) interact with the ECS to produce their respective effects. By learning about the ECS, we get a clearer idea of how CBD can support wellness.

 

Homeostasis: A State of Balance

Before diving into the process of the ECS, it is helpful to keep in mind the purpose of the system. The goal of the ECS is homeostasis, which is a state of balance. There are many functions of the body that need to remain within a certain level; the ECS plays a part in maintaining that level.

 

 

Just as the body must maintain a specific internal temperature, many aspects of the human body depend on homeostasis for proper functioning. For that reason, the ECS plays a vital role in the proper functioning of the body.

 

 

The Process of the Endocannabinoid System

The ECS is involved in a number of biological functions. While the system was discovered during the research of cannabis, the ECS is a biological system that can function without cannabis compounds.

In our bodies, we create compounds that are similar to cannabis compounds (cannabinoids). They are called endocannabinoids (endo- meaning within). Both endocannabinoids and phytocannabinoids (phtyo- meaning plant) interact with our cannabinoid receptors.

 

types of cannabinoids

 

The ECS is composed of a series of cannabinoid receptors. The two major cannabinoid receptors—CB1 and CB2—are found throughout the body; CB1 receptors are prominent in the brain and central nervous system while CB2 receptors are located primarily in the immune system. The location of our cannabinoid receptors is telling of what functions the ECS regulates.

Endocannabinoids bind to and activate the cannabinoid receptors. The two major endocannabinoids are anandamide (better known as the “bliss molecule”) and 2-AG.

Endocannabinoids are created as needed and give our cells a specific direction that leads the body back to homeostasis.

The ECS also includes metabolic enzymes, which break down the endocannabinoids after they are used. This ensures that the endocannabinoids perform only as needed.

 

So, How Does this Correlate with CBD?

CBD and other phytocannabinoids mimic the actions of our endocannabinoids. Similar to the compounds we create in the body, phytocannabinoids interact with our cannabinoid receptors to produce various effects. Phytocannabinoids support the ECS by providing it with additional cannabinoids. This can be beneficial when our body needs extra support or is not creating enough endocannabinoids.

While some phytocannabinoids interact with the ECS the same as our endocannabinoids, CBD is unique because does not bind directly to the CB1 receptor. Rather, CBD prohibits other compounds from binding to the receptor. For this reason, CBD is known as an antagonist.

The antagonistic action of CBD can be beneficial in two ways.

First, CBD prohibits intoxicating compounds such as THC from interacting with our receptors. This reduces the effect THC has on our body.

Second, CBD blocks beneficial cannabinoids from binding to the receptor, which allows for an abundance of the beneficial compound to be available in the body.

 

What, Specifically, does this Help With?

This post is a starting point for your research into the effects of CBD. Due to FDA regulations, we are limited to what we can discuss. The next step in your research is to find trustworthy research that discusses the conditions that the ECS supports. While research is still ongoing, the information available will give you a better understanding of how CBD can benefit the ECS.

 

When a function of the body strays from homeostasis, the ECS is called upon to create endocannabinoids and bring the body back to balance. By understanding the endocannabinoid system, we can begin to appreciate CBD as a wellness supplement. Do you have additional questions about the ECS? Leave a comment below!