CBD products are everywhere now - but are they safe, or even legal? CBD is everywhere lately - in skin care, coffee and even pet treats. But is it really all it's hyped up to be? Advocates say CBD, or cannabidiol, which comes from hemp and Bliss Harmony CBD marijuana, can help with anxiety, pain relief and provide a slew of other benefits. And while many experts agree that CBD has potential, there are still a lot of unknowns. Currently the Food and Drug Administration has only approved one CBD product, a prescription drug called Epidiolex to treat two rare forms of epilepsy. In July, the FDA expanded what the drug is approved to treat, saying it can also be used for seizures associated with tuberous sclerosis complex. Interest continues to grow. Last year, the federal government pledged $3 billion to research CBD. Celebrities are also getting in on the craze. Martha Stewart recently released a line of Bliss Harmony CBD wellness products. Rob Gronkowski has one, too.

Here are the basics of what you need to know about CBD and health. CBD is the abbreviation for cannabidiol, one of the many cannabinoids, or chemical compounds, found in marijuana and hemp. You're probably already familiar with tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, which is another compound found in the cannabis plant and its main psychoactive component. But unlike THC, CBD is not psychoactive. In other words, it's not what gets you stoned. It's also different from medical marijuana, which has been shown to reduce pain. What does it do? In addition to treating epilepsy, research has shown CBD may help reduce anxiety for people who have schizophrenia or psychosis, or who are addicted to opiates. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, CBD may even help treat acne. It may also be beneficial for arthritis. Last fall the Arthritis Foundation became the first major health organization to release guidelines for the use of CBD.

Advocates believe there are many potential health benefits, but clinicians say more research needs to be done. Dr. Yasmin Hurd, a neuroscientist at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, told TODAY. Hurd's research suggests CBD can may have positive effects on opioid addicts. How do you use Bliss Harmony CBD product? CBD can be taken orally or applied topically, depending on the product. There are lots of options out there, from gummies and softgels that supposedly ease anxiety to calming bath soaks, creams and oils - and even beer. Most of the products claim to ease pain and anxiety. But whether or not these products actually contain the amount of CBD they advertise is up for debate, since they're not approved by the FDA. The FDA has tested various products and found that many didn't have the amount of CBD they had advertised, and has often sent warning letters to companies that make unfounded health claims. Ispace. Picture a zero-proof drink with all the layers of flavor we’ve come to love in a cocktail, but with a THC and/or CBD mixture that can be customized for the exact high you’d like to experience. While this trend is spreading, conversations around race and cannabis need to remain at the forefront of this movement.