WHAT IS DELTA-8? As the reform of the hemp industry has progressed, so has the knowledge and new technologies. There are hundreds of compounds found in the hemp plants. Most people know of CBD, and some people know of the less popular varieties such as CBC and CBG. As the industry grows, so does the language and the science.
There are cannabidiols, affectionately called CBD, and then there are tetrahydrocannabinols. Delta-8 is a tetrahydrocannabinol, but unlike its stronger cousin, Delta-8 is created from hemp. Dr. Grinspoon from Harvard Medical School, who also sits on the board of advocates for the hemp industry, remains positive about the possibilities. Its unique properties give way to a variety of uses.
WHAT DOES DELTA-8 DO? The full effects of what Delta-8 can do is still being realized, but results so far are promising. The National Cancer Institute has noted that Delta-8 has “antiemetic, anxiolytic, appetite-stimulating, analgesic, and neuroprotective qualities.” Many people who use Delta-8 describe it as, “calming without paranoia”. Delta-8 has many of the benefits of Delta-9 but is much less intense. Again, this is HEMP. Delta-8 is euphoric, stimulates appetite, and can energize or relax depending on the terpenes and cannabinoid profile.
IS DELTA-8 LEGAL? Because D8 is hemp-derived, it falls under the same class of products as CBD, in most cases. Under the legislation of the 2018 Farm Bill, Delta-8 is legal as the products contain less than 0.3% Delta-9. Unlike Delta-9, Delta-8 itself is not Federally Scheduled scheduled. Because of misunderstanding on this product or until more research can be concluded, some states do now have individual restrictions specifically on Delta-8. Although Delta-8 is legal in most of the U.S. it is still possible that the use of Delta-8 will cause a failed drug test. This is because the test looks for metabolites, not specifically Delta-9.
As rules are continuing changing and as we continue in this new world of acceptance, it is important that consumers do more than read a blog article or social media post for information. Continue to look for specific state laws and guidance. Also, continue to be an advocate for this industry. The more open acceptance and accounts of benefits, the easier it will be for the laws to catch up with new innovation and technologies yet to be found from centuries old plant.
There are cannabidiols, affectionately called CBD, and then there are tetrahydrocannabinols. Delta-8 is a tetrahydrocannabinol, but unlike its stronger cousin, Delta-8 is created from hemp. Dr. Grinspoon from Harvard Medical School, who also sits on the board of advocates for the hemp industry, remains positive about the possibilities. Its unique properties give way to a variety of uses.
WHAT DOES DELTA-8 DO? The full effects of what Delta-8 can do is still being realized, but results so far are promising. The National Cancer Institute has noted that Delta-8 has “antiemetic, anxiolytic, appetite-stimulating, analgesic, and neuroprotective qualities.” Many people who use Delta-8 describe it as, “calming without paranoia”. Delta-8 has many of the benefits of Delta-9 but is much less intense. Again, this is HEMP. Delta-8 is euphoric, stimulates appetite, and can energize or relax depending on the terpenes and cannabinoid profile.
IS DELTA-8 LEGAL? Because D8 is hemp-derived, it falls under the same class of products as CBD, in most cases. Under the legislation of the 2018 Farm Bill, Delta-8 is legal as the products contain less than 0.3% Delta-9. Unlike Delta-9, Delta-8 itself is not Federally Scheduled scheduled. Because of misunderstanding on this product or until more research can be concluded, some states do now have individual restrictions specifically on Delta-8. Although Delta-8 is legal in most of the U.S. it is still possible that the use of Delta-8 will cause a failed drug test. This is because the test looks for metabolites, not specifically Delta-9.
As rules are continuing changing and as we continue in this new world of acceptance, it is important that consumers do more than read a blog article or social media post for information. Continue to look for specific state laws and guidance. Also, continue to be an advocate for this industry. The more open acceptance and accounts of benefits, the easier it will be for the laws to catch up with new innovation and technologies yet to be found from centuries old plant.