Are these products legal?

Yes, CBD products are legal in the UK as long as they meet specific regulatory requirements. CBD itself is not a controlled substance under UK law, provided it is derived from an approved industrial hemp strain and contains no more than 1 mg of THC per container or package.38 This limit is consistent with the legal THC threshold of 0.2% by dry weight, which is equivalent to 1 mg per container for most products..

Will smoking CBD get me “high”?

No, smoking CBD will not get you high. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a non-intoxicating compound found in cannabis and hemp plants, and it does not produce the psychoactive "high" associated with marijuana.

What are the medicinal benefits of CBD?

The FDA has approved Epidiolex, a prescription CBD medication, for treating Dravet syndrome, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, and tuberous sclerosis complex. Research suggests CBD may also offer benefits for chronic pain, anxiety, sleep issues, and inflammation. Early studies indicate CBD could help manage pain from conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and nerve pain by interacting with the body’s endocannabinoid system.

It may also help reduce anxiety, particularly social anxiety, and improve sleep quality in some individuals. CBD has also shown promise in managing symptoms related to cancer treatment, such as nausea, pain, and poor sleep, and may support mental health by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms in substance use disorders.

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