November 2019 - Page 4 of 6

WednesdayNov 13, 2019 9:00 am

Brazilian Experts Discusses CBD Use Among the Elderly

For the past couple of years, interest in cannabidol (CBD) has been gaining traction in Europe and the U.S., mostly caused by the cannabis extract’s abilities as a versatile natural medication. Although there has been little conclusive scientific research on the efficacy and side effects of CBD, there is plenty of anecdotal evidence claiming it is effective against a host of medical conditions ranging from anxiety to chronic pain and high blood pressure. Now it seems that cannabidiol has another use up its sleeve. The subject of cannabinoids and dementia, and whether CBD can be used to alleviate common age-related…

TuesdayNov 12, 2019 4:00 pm

Combining CBD Oil With Olive Oil Could Boost its Effectiveness

Cannabidiol (CBD) has been having a fantastic run for the past couple of years. The cannabis extract, although quite divisive, has taken the medical, sports, health, and wellness communities by storm. Over the years, CBD has been found effective against a variety of diseases ranging from high blood pressure to chronic pain. The FDA approved a CBD based drug to help manage the symptoms of rare forms of epilepsy like Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and Dravet syndrome in children. According to early research, there may be a way to make CBD even more effective. Cannabidiol is sold in a variety of forms,…

TuesdayNov 12, 2019 9:00 am

Can CBD Help Cure Hangovers?

Nothing brings you down from a fun night faster than a hangover. For years, people have tried all kinds of home remedies to help them transition from a night of partying to breakfast without the terrible hangover that comes in between, but sadly, none have worked. Well, you'll be happy to know that apparently, a little known product called cannabidiol (CBD) just might do the trick and finally offer you a reprieve from hangovers. Now, alcohol has a range of effects on your body, most of which result in the dreaded hangover. Large amounts of alcohol lead to dehydration, irritation…

MondayNov 11, 2019 4:00 pm

Former FDA Boss Proposes Cannabidiol Regulatory Plan

Players in the CBD industry may finally get a reprieve from the industry's current state of unlawfulness. On Friday, former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Scott Gottlieb described a potential regulatory system for the U.S. CBD industry. He laid out steps that the agency could take to give the sector some structure while the final rules are being developed. The former Commissioner urged consumers to use CBD products with caution, arguing that most of the medical benefits that the products claim haven't been proven anyway. He added that for the time being, the FDA could implement specific measures to ensure…

MondayNov 11, 2019 11:29 am

Executives from ChineseInvestors.com Inc.’s (CIIX) CBD Biotech Subsidiary Network and Share Product Offerings at Major Conferences

CIIX has carved out unique niche in Chinese-speaking markets, is applying similar business model to rapidly growing CBD industry Focused on China’s emerging industrial hemp and CBD market, which is predicted to reach over $20 billion by 2022 Meeting with companies, executives, and investors at conferences in Shanghai and Haerbing, China ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) is a leading financial news platform for the global Chinese-speaking community. The company offers real-time financial information in Chinese language character sets. By concentrating on the Chinese-speaking markets, CIIX has carved out its own unique niche. This same business model is being applied to the…

MondayNov 11, 2019 9:00 am

Can You Increase Your Metabolism and Lose Weight Using CBD?

It would be safe to say that there has not been a medicine, pharmaceutical or natural, as potent and versatile as cannabidiol (CBD). Over the years, plenty of anecdotal evidence has surfaced, claiming the cannabis extract is quite effective against a host of diseases ranging from high blood pressure and anxiety to chronic pain. In June 2018, the FDA approved a CBD-based drug to treat seizures in rare and severe forms of childhood epilepsy. Now, the non-psychoactive cannabis extract may have another useful notch added to its list of benefits. Despite cannabis being known for increasing appetite, current findings show…

FridayNov 08, 2019 4:00 pm

How Cannabidiol is Driving Change in Making Pet Treats

CBD has been on a roll for the past couple of years. The cannabis extract has been enjoying a boom both in demand and supply, mostly backed by anecdotal evidence of its potent and versatile medicinal properties. Now CBD use is extending beyond humans. An emerging trend is CBD in the pet market, and it's a vast industry. Americans are famous for their love for pets, and a study by the American Pet Industry Association (APPA) found that they spent over $70 billion on their pets in 2018, a 4% increase from the $69 billion spent in 2017. Most of…

FridayNov 08, 2019 10:33 am

VPR Brands LP (VPRB) Innovating with Premier Brands, Contributing to Job Growth in Cannabis and Hemp Sector

VPR Brands concentrates on building a portfolio of top-notch brands The company is contributing to job growth in the new cannabis and hemp economy VPR Brands emphasis is product innovation in the cannabis and nicotine verticals VPR Brands LP (OTCQB: VPRB) is a technology holding company with a presence in multiple lucrative markets. Having built a brand family in the nicotine and cannabis verticals, its present product lineup includes accessories and vaporizers for cannabidiol (CBD), cannabis concentrates, and extracts. A multi-vertical, tiered technology holding enterprise, VPR Brands’ assets also include issued U.S. and Chinese patents for atomization-related products. These include…

FridayNov 08, 2019 9:00 am

CBD Dispensing Robots Installed in Colorado

CBD is probably the breakout medicine of the century. Dubbed by some as a wonder drug, the cannabis extract has been found capable of alleviating a variety of medical conditions ranging from chronic pain, anxiety, and high blood pressure to rare forms of epilepsy in children. Quite naturally, demand for CBD products has boomed, with industry players estimating that the industry will be worth $23.7 billion by 2023 in sales alone. 7-Eleven has joined the fray, and they have come up with a radical idea. The convenience store chain will soon roll out CBD-dispensing robots in its Colorado stores, and…

ThursdayNov 07, 2019 4:00 pm

CBD Brand to Sponsor World Surf League

Cannabidiol (CBD) has been having a nice run for the last couple of years. The hemp extract is one of the over 100 active cannabinoids in the hemp plant, accounting for up to 40% of the plant's total extracts. Contrary to popular opinion, CBD isn't responsible for the psychotropic high that marijuana is famous for. That honor belongs solely to THC, the primary psychoactive agent in cannabis. On January 1, 2018, the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) removed CBD from its list of prohibited substances, in effect allowing professional athletes to use and endorse CBD products. The World Surfing League…