The Food and Drug Administration says there are too many unknowns about CBD products to regulate them as foods or supplements
FILE - CBD wax is displayed at a shop in Sunset Hills, Mo., on June 27, 2019. The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday, jan. 26, 2023, there are too many unknowns about CBD products to regulate them as foods or supplements under the agency's current structure and Congress needs to create new rules for the massive and growing market.
“For example, we have not found adequate evidence to determine how much CBD can be consumed, and for how long, before causing harm," she said. CBD often comes from a cannabis plant known as hemp, which is defined by the U.S. government as having less than 0.3% THC, the compound that causes marijuana’s mind-altering effect. CBD doesn’t cause that high, but fans of the products claim benefits including relief for pain and anxiety.
The move comes after repeated calls from lawmakers, advocates and consumer groups for CBD to be allowed in foods and supplements.
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