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Yes, CBD is legal in Texas. In June 2019, Governor Abbott signed House Bill 1325 which legalized the manufacture and sale of hemp-derived products containing less than 0.3% THC. Hemp was also made federally legal with the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill. Currently, hemp is legal in all 50 states.

CBD, short for cannabidiol, is one of hundreds of compounds naturally found in the hemp plant. It has been used for thousands of years in a medicinal capacity. CBD is a non-intoxicating component of hemp that has a wide range of beneficial properties. It does not produce a high, unlike THC. CBD interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system to promote a sense of balance and wellness.

The term ‘CBD oil’ refers to hemp-derived oil with THC levels below 0.3%.

Cannabinoids are natural compounds found in the hemp plant that interact with different receptors in our bodies to produce a variety of wellness benefits. There are over 100 cannabinoids in the cannabis plant and each cannabinoid reacts differently with various receptors in the brain and body. This why each cannabinoid provides different physical and mental effects. The two most common and well-known cannabinoids are THC and CBD.

Terpenes are natural compounds responsible for the unique aromas and flavors of many plants. They are found in high concentrations in cannabis plants and give each strain of hemp its unique taste and smell profile. Terpenes are believed to have healing properties that impact the benefit of the plant on the body.

CBD works by interacting with our endocannabinoid system (ECS). Every person has an ECS, and this crucial lock and key system is responsible for regulating major physiological functions like mood, sleep, pain control, etc. When our bodies produce endocannabinoids, they attach to corresponding cannabinoid receptors to nudge all systems towards homeostasis (balance). CBD triggers the same reaction in the ECS, helping our bodies restore harmony & balance.

“Researchers have found no significant side effects on the central nervous system, the vital signs, or mood, even among people who used high dosages. The most common side effect was tiredness. Also, some people reported diarrhea and changes in appetite or weight.”

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a molecular system in every person’s body that is responsible for regulating and balancing various processes, including immune response, communication between cells, appetite and metabolism, memory and more. Studies have shown that it is through this system of receptors and metabolic enzymes that cannabinoids interact with the human body and trigger beneficial effects. CBD is a cannabinoid from hemp that shares a similar molecular structure to the body’s natural endocannabinoids; therefore, it interacts with ECS receptors to influence a range of wellness benefits.

No, CBD itself does not get users high. Hemp grown legally in the U.S. can contain no more than 0.3% THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the compound in marijuana that gets you high. The trace amount in legal hemp is not enough to produce a high. Although hemp is in the cannabis family, it is not marijuana.

You can think of hemp and marijuana as cousins. They are both part of the same Cannabis sativa L. plant family but have a different genetic profile. Hemp and marijuana vary in appearance, composition, application, cultivation needs and legality. Generally speaking, marijuana contains higher amounts of THC than CBD, while hemp is the opposite – the hemp plant contains high amounts of CBD and only trace amounts of THC. Industrial hemp is very fibrous, with long strong stalks, and can be used to make a variety of products – everything from rope to hemp plastics to hempcrete.

While CBD and THC are both naturally-occurring compounds in cannabis plants, THC is psychoactive while CBD is non-psychoactive.

It’s possible. We recommend talking with your doctor prior to taking CBD if you are taking other medications.

How much to take: there’s really no right answer to this question.

We recommend taking topical products as needed whenever you are experiencing symptoms such as pain, muscle soreness/fatigue, etc.
For ingestible CBD products we recommend starting with a low dose and increasing as necessary to find your CBD ‘sweet spot’.

How often to take CBD:

There is no set limit on how many times a day you can use CBD products. Since everyone’s body is different you should go by how you feel and use as needed.

Good question! Read labels and ask questions. Ask retailers where the hemp is sourced from and if they do third-party lab tests. Always choose a product made with U.S.-sourced hemp – hemp from other countries can contain contaminants such as heavy metals, pesticides, etc. Lab tests will show exactly what’s in that hemp you’re about to ingest. The Farmacy Botanical Shoppe only offers products that are made with U.S. sourced hemp and that have been independently lab tested for quality and purity. We have a Certificate of Analysis (COA) available for each of our products that can be accessed by scanning the QR code right on the package.

Hemp seed oil comes from the seed of hemp plant and, while full of nourishing Vitamin E, fatty acids and other good stuff, contains only negligible amounts of CBD, if any. CBD oil (also called full spectrum hemp oil/extract) is an oil that contains Cannabidiol (CBD). CBD is extracted from the flowers of the hemp plant and mixed with a base oil (often coconut or MCT) to create a CBD oil. Make sure to check the product ingredients to verify what’s inside.

While reports of side effects from CBD are minimal, we suggest consulting your doctor before beginning a CBD regimen if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition or take prescription medications. Each person is different and since we are not doctors we cannot dispense medical advice.