Are you overwhelmed shopping for CBD products? Jo is. Dive into this cannabidiol Q&A and learn the basics so you can shop for and consume CBD with confidence.

IMPORTANT LEGAL UPDATE: "In a decision likely only to add to the legal confusion around cannabidiol (CBD) in the United States, a federal appellate court in California has rejected an industry challenge to a DEA rule that effectively outlawed the cannabinoid." Read more here on Leafly. And here from The Denver Post. I'm working to figure out what that means for us as consumers. I'll update you with what I learn on Potcast 37. -Jo

'After the Show' Notes

Coconut Oil vs. MCT Oil vs. Lauric Acid: What Is MCT Oil Really?

I found a great blog by Dave Asprey, the entrepreneur who founded Bulletproof coffee. He does a great job of explaining the nuances and benefits of the various fatty acid oils. Bottom line - CBD oil products that use true MCT for its carrier oil are more potent and have a more immediate effect.

DIY CBD Oil:

Save money and do it yourself. It's easy, safe, and super duper legal.

Superior Carrier Oil - Bulletproof's Brain Octane Oil

Reputable CBD Source - Definitely shop around if you're versed in the search. If you have no clue, this is what I'd purchase to make a 50-state legal CBD oil with no THC.

Bottling Recommendation - I prefer this style of container, but go nuts.

DIY Recipe - They call it tincture in this recipe, but tinctures contain alcohol. This is a CBD Oil recipe.

CBD Product Recommendation for those that don't have time to DIY:

There is an overwhelming number of CBD companies on the market and I often get asked for recommendations. Aspen Green is a small business run by a pair of husband/wife duos. They produce Certified USDA Organic hemp products in Colorado. I use their full-spectrum CBD oil. And when you use promo code CB20 you’ll SAVE 20% on your order EVERY TIME you purchase.

Jo's Morning Wellness Routine

• Hot lemon water with ginger, cayenne, honey, and turmeric tincture - pre-coffee and breakfast

• Cannabinoid-specific 3mg tablinguals by Level Blends: (1) each of "Remedy" CBD / "Calm" CBG / "Relieve" THCA - these three cannabinoids are non-psychoactive

• Magnesium Capsule for chronic muscle tension in neck and shoulders

• Hyaluronic Acid Complex (with collagen) for skin, joints and aging gracefully

• Triphala for healthy digestion and rock star poops

• Molecula Silver - I've been drinking a couple of tablespoons of this for over six years. It is great for blood health and is anti-viral. It keeps me from catching things from my friends' critters er children.

• Micro-dose cannabis flower from my Firefly 2 vaporizer pre-meditation