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Article: Frequently Asked Questions with Dr. Swathi - FAQ #3: What is The Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana?

Frequently Asked Questions with Dr. Swathi - FAQ #3: What is The Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana?
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Frequently Asked Questions with Dr. Swathi - FAQ #3: What is The Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana?

While hemp and marijuana are both varieties of the cannabis plant, there are two key differentiators. In terms of their chemical makeup, marijuana often has high concentrations of THC, which is the compound that gives users the euphoric or the feelings of feeling high. Hemp, however has low concentrations of THC and high concentrations of CBD. In fact, industrial hemp must have lower than 0.3% THC in order to be considered legal in the United States. Both plans have an incredibly long history of human use, rich with medicinal benefits as well as many practical uses.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions with Dr. Swathi - FAQ #2: What is Hemp?
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Frequently Asked Questions with Dr. Swathi - FAQ #2: What is Hemp?

Cannabis is a genus of flowering plants. Through the extensive hybridization in the past decade, the lines between cannabis sativa and cannabis indica have been blurred. That being said, hemp is a ...

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A Secret to Healthy Habits | Healthy Relationships
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A Secret to Healthy Habits | Healthy Relationships

WRITTEN BY TESSIE TRACY When we think of taking on healthy habits, we might have thoughts like “I need to do this. I need to do that” and so on. But what about those closest to us?  How are our clo...

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