From hempseed gruel to CBD: the curious history of cannabis as a health product

 From hempseed gruel to CBD: the curious history of cannabis as a health product

Today’s regulatory gaps and health concerns about CBD reflect those of the 19th century, when cannabis was first commercialised by the food industry.

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The cannabis-derived product CBD has been hailed “the wonder drug of our age”, offering potential health benefits without the high. From juices and coffee to truffles and ice cream…