How long does it take to feel the effects of taking CBD? The question is understandable, but the answer is complex. While CBD won’t make a person feel “high,” users can generally feel it begin to work. But lengths of time are always expressed as ranges; there is no one-size-fits-all rule, which is understandable. After…

Can CBD help with pain? That’s easy — the overwhelming evidence thus far appears to say yes. This, of course, means that CBD products can also help build convenience store sales. Research is showing pretty conclusively that CBD can — in some instances, along with THC — help relieve pain caused by a host of…

Convenience store retailers wondering whether CBD is good for their customers’ skin can rest easy because the answer, according to research, is a resounding yes. The popularity of CBD-based skin-care products has grown mightily during the last few years due to their excellent medicinal properties. In Fact, CBD oil is widely used today to nourish…

Can CBD (cannabidiol) help with weight loss? The answer appears to be yes. Sellers of CBD oil are increasingly marketing their product lines to consumers with weight loss in mind. And for convenience store consumers looking to control their weight, the issue is greater than mere vanity. Obesity has long been acknowledged as an increasingly…

Those who have been wondering whether CBD can help relieve stress and anxiety can relax. CBD helps moderate stress by instilling a feeling of calm. Research on CBD continues but results routinely confirm previous findings. According to many, CBD that is administered orally — edibles, oils or capsules — begin to produce results after roughly…

Cannabidiol (CBD), a derivative of cannabis, is increasingly being used to help improve the quality of sleep. A 2019 Gallup poll showed that one out of seven Americans, roughly 14%, use CBD. And of all the benefits it provides, the one that Americans use it for the most is as a sleep aid. Those hoping…

Here is a question that many convenience store customers are undoubtedly chewing on: can CBD support digestive function? CBD (Cannabidiol, a phytocannabinoid discovered in 1940 and one of 113 identified cannabinoids in cannabis plants) does, indeed, have a positive effect on the maintenance of the appropriate bacterial flora in the intestines. The digestive system has…

Another entry convenience store retailers should add to their handy-dandy cannabis acronym reference guide and commit to their memory is Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) because they are or probably will be hearing more and more about it from their customers. THCA is a precursor of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), one of the hundreds of chemical compounds in the marijuana…

Those suffering from health issues and scouring the internet for CBD — but instead find something called CBC — have not run across a typo. Instead, they have discovered a new substance that may be able to help them and which they can increasingly find for sale in c-stores. Cannabichromene (CBC) is a chemical that…

Just when convenience store operators expanded their cannabis vocabularies to include “THC,” along comes “THCV” to complicate things once again. The added memorization may prove to be worth it, however, as more c-store consumers than ever are more concerned with their health and wellness. Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) is a compound that is found in cannabis. It…

Since more convenience stores are selling CBD, more consumers are buying CBD all the time. However, the question that more people have begun asking is: how can one determine good quality CBD? First begin by knowing the basics and sharing the knowledge with store personnel. Know that CBD can come from hemp or marijuana and…

What exactly is CBD isolate? To understand what CBD isolate is, one must first be at least somewhat familiar with CBD itself. CBD is a chemical found in cannabis but does not contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive ingredient that produces a high. It is sold in various forms: as an oil, an extract, a vaporized…

Convenience store operators who are not up to speed in building their CBD vocabularies may hear the phrase “broad-spectrum CBD” and not understand the meaning, but knowing CBD terminology is key for any retailer selling CBD products. By understanding CBD terminology, retailers can help customers find the CBD product that fits them best and inspire…

Convenience store operators who have begun carrying CBD products are well advised to learn a good deal about them — for instance, what is full-spectrum CBD? The place to start is at the beginning. CBD stands for cannabidiol, a natural chemical found in the cannabis sativa plant, more commonly known as marijuana or hemp. It…

There is lots of talk today, all of it necessary, about the contents of CBD products, and that’s why there are Certificates of Analysis (COAs). A COA provides proof that a maker of CBD products is manufacturing according to exact specifications. It illustrates the quantity of cannabinoids found a particular product, in this case CBD.…

Convenience store operators who are unsure whether CBD (cannabidiol) contains THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) aren’t alone; confusion is still the order of the day for many customers. First, definitions are in order: CBD is a chemical compound found in the cannabis plant. CBD does not contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive ingredient found in cannabis that produces a…

Confused about the difference between CBD and cannabis? You’re not alone. But with some convenience stores now selling CBD — and the global CBD market projected to grow to $55 billion by 2028, according to Fortune Business Insights — the difference is something operators need to know. CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of the main…

The cannabidiol (CBD) market is continuing to grow, and it provides a new market area for convenience stores. Before considering CBD sales, it’s important for c-stores to check to ensure CBD is legal in your market area. If it is, this segment can appeal to a number of different demographics. Here are a few reasons…

In 2012, Washington state and Colorado became the first states to legalize recreational use of cannabis by adults. Over the past decade, 16 more states, the District of Columbia and Guam have passed similar laws. What’s more, medical marijuana has been approved in 37 states as of spring 2022. Indeed, cannabis has become big business.…

Although the official language of the U.S. Senate Cannabis Administrative and Opportunity Act (CAOA) have yet to be released as of May 2022, government and cannabis industry watchers continue to express optimism this legislation could approach the 60-vote minimum required to pass. Written and sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senators Ron Wyden…

There may only be one letter difference between CBD and CBG, but on a molecular level, the nuances between the two cannabis-derived substances are notable. The cannabis/hemp plant boasts a complex chemical makeup. Scientists have identified more than 100 compounds, many of which come from the cannabigerolic acid (CBGA). When this element is heated, it…

Whether to use cannabidiol (CBD) topicals or edibles can come down to personal preference. The numbers reveal that edibles are the most popular with customers. For one, the edibles segment is a broad category encompassing gummies, capsules, and food and snack products containing CBD. Because most customers are familiar with taking a pill or eating…

As more convenience stores are evaluating the CBD market, they’re questions which products they need to offer to best attract customers to the segment. Pet CBD may be an ideal product for the convenience channel to consider adding to their CBD inventory. Pet CBD is a growing product segment expected to hit $500 million in…

Convenience stores are uniquely positioned to capitalize on the cannabidiol (CBD) market. C-stores already carry most of the product categories that now feature CBD-infused options, and they’re already a one-stop shop for customers fueling up or buying cigarettes and energy drinks. Still, CBD sales have faced challenges in the past year at convenience stores. At…

When people talk about cannabis, they’re usually referring to what’s also called weed or marijuana, which come from a strain of the Cannabis sativa plant that contains more than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is responsible for the psychoactive effects that make one feel high. But hemp also comes from the Cannabis sativa plant. Hemp is…