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by Julie Marshall W
hen Kaye Her- bert’s husband brought home
a free sample of cannabi- diol (CBD) oil, she didn’t hesitate to give it a try. Having heard about its calming eff ects, she gave CBD to her three sons, whose attention defi cit hyperactivity dis- order made home-schooling diffi cult due to frequent tantrums and lack of focus. “I didn’t expect CBD to be miraculous, but I was surprised that my kids’ frustrations were greatly reduced,” says the Austin, Texas, mom. “We weren’t seeing the se- verity of meltdowns.” T e use of CBD in tinctures, cap-
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sules and lotions has grown exponen- tially, along with the science to prove its effi cacy in remediating physical pain. Newer, but equally as robust, is the vi- ability of CBD as a remedy for mental health-related issues, experts say, point- ing to anxiety, depression and stress as the top three applications. However, as an unregulated supple-
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It’s really important for people to know their options and to keep looking for what works for them.
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ment, CBD presents a challenge for consumers in its ubiquity from CBD-in- fused pillows to gummies, soaps and even pet food. Discerning purity, dosage and safety are real concerns for those that may grab any bottle off the shelf.
Consumers must become well in-
formed, especially when replacing medica- tions for serious disorders, experts say. But for anxiety and emotional well-being, CBD is largely heralded as a safe and natural choice by providers well-versed in CBD, such as Peter Bongiorno, past president of the New York Association of Naturopathic Physicians. “It’s really important for people to know their options and to keep looking for what works for them,” he says.
T e Feel-Good Molecule CBD, a compound extracted from the hemp plant, is appealing because it can raise the level of cannabinoids—feel-good molecules naturally created within the human body. “When we can’t sleep or are
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