4 Common Myths in the Hemp Industry
With all of the hype of hemp extract oil and its benefits, it is not surprising there are a few myths going around. But when it comes to what you put into your body, there should be no room for misinformation. In this article, we will explore 5 common myths that are often misunderstood. 1. Hemp and Marijuana are different names for the same thing = MYTH Hemp is often confused with its relative Marijuana. Both plants are derived from Cannabis Sativa, and indeed, they look and smell the same. Their chemical composition is very similar, but their different breeding creates two fundamental differences: Marijuana plants are typically cultivated to contain both THC and CBD elements. Hemp plants are cultivated to contain primarily CBD with its medicinal benefits, and remove most if not all THC. 2. Hemp, hemp oil or hemp products get you high = MYTH Industrial grade hemp is bred to contain primarily medicinal CBD and less than 0.3% THC, which is the compoun...