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Some Basic Facts About CBD

CBD molecule

You might have heard about CBD products and their purported health benefits lately, but what are they? CBD is derived from hemp, which is legal to grow in Tennessee with a license. Applications for those licenses have tripled in the past year, according to the state. It’s an indication that CBD products are growing in demand as an alternative from everything to sleeping pills to opioids. Victor Agreda spoke to Anne Hack, an educator and distributor of CBD products, about their legality and benefits.