Ask 13: Delta 8 THC signs are everywhere; what is it? Is it legal? Is it safe for kids? – wlos.com
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by Madison Smith
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Signs are meant to catch people’s eyes and that’s exactly what has happened for one resident.
Between Delta 8, Delta 9 THC, and CBD there are a lot of terms being thrown out there which can lead to confusion and in some cases, worry.
First, when explaining Delta 8 THC, it's necessary to understand what THC is.
THC is the compound within cannabis that creates that psychoactive effect on a person, otherwise known as the high.
That is also referred to as Delta 9. This is, to simplify, the “illegal weed” that comes to mind, like products found legally in California or Colorado.
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In North Carolina, Delta 9 products can only be sold below 0.3%.
That’s where Delta 8 comes in, said Clover CBD’s Managing Director Zachary Weston-Farber.
Also important to note, is CBD, which does *not* give the high of THC but has more of a calming effect. Many people use it for medicinal reasons.
While THC, or marijuana, is not safe or legal for kids in any capacity, CBD, a derivative of the Hemp plant, can be used in a variety of ways.
It can even be good for pets, Weston-Farber said. “It works almost better on dogs than people. It is so effective.”
Employees with Clover CBD remind all parents to consult the appropriate doctor before trying any of these products for themselves, their kids or their pets.
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