Cannabidiol, an ingredient derived from the hemp plant, is the latest new trend in wellness products. Better known as CBD oil, you can find lotions, candles, coffee, lip balm, and many other products all infused with the non-psychoactive ingredient.
Ohio's Pharmacy Board ruled in August that CBD oil is illegal under Ohio's new medical marijuana law, despite it containing little no amount of THC, the chemical that produces a "high."
Today on All Sides, a closer look at CBD oil, post-partum recovery and more on Wellness Wednesday.
Guests:
Amanda Chicago Lewis, investigative reporter, Rolling Stone, reporting extensively on the marijuana industry
Gretchen Reynolds, columnist, New York Times Well Blog
Emily Lawrence, executive director, Lilac Pack, provides care packages for women recovering from childbirth and to support their start into nursing