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Find technical, science based hemp CBD information here. Discover the natural technologies that cannabis holds and how it works in the body.


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What is Chromatography & How is it Used in the CBD Industry?

Discover chromatography, an important process used across the CBD industry to test for potency and purity as well as remove or isolate cannabinoids.

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What is Cannabis Distillation & How is it Used in the CBD Industry?

Cannabis distillation is a processing technique used to isolate compounds like THC and CBD. Learn about distillates as they relate to the CBD industry.

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CBD Oil & Drug Interactions: What You Need to Know

Learn how the compounds in CBD oil interacts with systems in the body responsible for processing other drugs and medicines you may be taking.

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Delta-8 THC Guide: Hemp Sourcing, Legality, & Availability

Delta-8 Tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ8-THC) is a mildly psychoactive analog to the well-known cannabinoid Delta-9 THC. Learn about the unique properties of this compound.

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CBDA (Cannabidiolic Acid) Cannabinoid Guide

Cannabidiolic Acid (CBDA) is the acid precursor to the famous phytocannabinoid CBD. Learn about this compound and explore its effects.

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Cannabis Compounds: The Keys to Effective CBD Oil

Discover the cannabis plant as we take a look at the major compounds in hemp and marijuana including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids.

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What is the Endocannabinoid System & How Does it Work?

Discover at the endocannabinoid system (ECS), its identification, the cannabinoids that influence its function, and it's impact on human health

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Decarboxylation: What it is and Why is it Important for CBD?

The process of decarboxylation removes a carboxyl group using heat and time. Discover why 'activating' cannabis is important for cannabis and CBD oil users.

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The Entourage Effect: Cannabis Compounds Working Together

Learn why unique combinations of cannabis compounds offer superior therapeutic potential through the entourage effect.

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How is CBD Oil Made? - Hemp Extraction & Processing

Discover the complete CBD product life cycle - from seed to hemp plant to extract to the final product we take you through every step.

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What is the Best Way to Take CBD?

This article outlines the major styles of ingesting CBD, their bioavailability, and overall effectiveness to help you maximize your consumption.