Due to the hype around CBD products, many people are turning to it. But before that, let’s clarify what CBD is. CBD stands for Cannabis Cannabinoid. It is derived from the Cannabis plant, like THC. Hemp, on the other hand is a strain of Cannabis plant that contains low amounts of THC and higher levels of CBD. Hemp is often used in beauty products and oils. However, CBD is being used as an ingredient in food and beverages.
Yes, CBD products are harmful for health. Cannabidiol is one of the compounds in the cannabis plant that is used to create products like CBD oil and CBD edibles. However, given the fact that most people in the United States have access to natural CBD-rich products, such as CBD oil, there is no reason to use CBD products that are created with harmful chemicals. Here's why you should stay away from CBD products:
Lack of quality control The CBD market is new and largely unregulated. As a result, product quality is inconsistent and the concentration of CBD in each product is not easy to gauge. As a result, some people end up taking too much CBD and experience adverse side effects. It is the same reason why people should stay away from unregulated medications -- not because they are bad for health, but because one cannot be sure of the quality of the product.
CBD products are made from hemp and are completely legal in almost every country. This is due to a loophole in the law, which essentially states that as long as a CBD product is non-psychoactive, it is legal. CBD can therefore be sold without a prescription.