CBD is legal in the United States as long as it contains less than the trace 0.3% of THC, although some states have passed their own regulations. Despite CBD’s long, complicated legal history due to its hemp background, leading public authorities have offered their stamp of approval, such as the World Health Organization, which says it “exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential” and “may be a useful treatment for a number of … medical conditions.” Note not all hemp products are created equal, and it is important to do due diligence on the quality of ingredients.

Expect to see an abundance of CBD in the future, as new research confirming CBD’s safety and effectiveness comes to fruition each year.