We’ve heard of hemp medication and skincare but paper? Yes, hemp-based paper, let’s dive further into the core of this information. 

The non-hemp current paper industries use the different pulp as raw materials. Also, there is the use of bleach and chlorine to whiten up the paper which leads to pollution. This is the problem that they have tried to reduce while making the hemp paper. Any paper is made up of two components: cellulose and Lignin, no matter if it’s wood or non-wood. OG Hemp is a company that manufactures hemp-based papers. 

Mr. Sarabjit Ratan is the co-founder and chief business officer of OG Hemp. They are in sustainability and doing business for the last 10 years. They started working on hemp 3 years ago. In their stages of researching what other people were doing, they got to see that the paper was the most underrated and under-explored and it can benefit various industry verticals. That’s why they decided to focus their efforts on paper. 

Q: Can we have prints on the hemp paper?

A: It works well with prints. They have teamed up with artists skilled at using different colors on the papers. Also, they have tested their sheets for various color types and their printing quality and the artist’s work on the paper is something that consumers love.

Q: From where can people buy the products?

A: People who want to purchase hemp paper must reach the website hempistani.com and check out the hemp stationery section where hemp papers, diaries, and printed papers are present.  All the designs, colors, and print quality are awesome. 

Q: How sustainable are the products?

A: The whole journey from the hemp to the paper takes more time but it is the best since the processes that lead to pollution are less. It uses fewer chemicals. So this is how sustainability is addressed. Regarding the quality of paper and recyclability and the number of carbon offsets, these are some of the variables that support it to be called more sustainable.

Q: What kind of techniques or technologies are used to produce the paper? Is it industrial or completely hand-based handmade?

A: When we started we were completely based on the handmade products that were made by artisans but then have moved to the semi-mechanized version of it and now we have semi-handmade paper as well. The process now has gotten faster to get more in the same amount of time. We are yet to achieve fully automated.

Q: What is the future of the paper industry especially in India for hemp?

A: We see a lot of affinity towards hemp paper especially from the people in the industry. Companies who make card papers and specialty papers show a keen interest in our products. 

Q:  What is the biggest size of the paper they manufacture? How much time does it take to manufacture that size of paper? 

A: The biggest size that they manufacture is B1. They are made for artists and the size is between 28 to 40 inches. They are taken by The artist and they can divide them into whatever size they want. As it is a handmade product, it takes time to manufacture but the speed of the artisans is what they are appreciated for. It takes some extra time to make a paper from this product because of the strength and fibers and hemp and how they are bonded to each other. 

Apart from packaging products in the industry they do corporate solutions like making business cards, envelopes, etc. They also make stickers in various shapes and sizes to suit the company’s requirements.

The future is great for hemp but yes misconceptions are the major challenge that we face. If we look into the history this plant has always been useful in all industrial and medical applications. Also, cannabis is said to be under the five most sacred plants because it is available and included in over 300 formulations of Ayurveda.

Mr. Vikram Veer Singh is the founder of Ananta Hemp works, their research work on hemp for the company’s products has been going on for the past 2 years. In the middle of 2020, they came up with their first line of products. The products that they offer are strictly based on Ayurveda and they are completely organic.

A: We have a trademark under Ananta Hemp’s work. We only cater to topical or for sublingual use. We have about 6 or 7 formulations which are divided into two main parts. First is the topical application and another one is the sublingual or internal application. The difference between them is that the first one has products like hemp balm for muscle and joint pains,  hemp oil for skin conditions, and arthritis pain. Internal application products are used and directed more towards sleep disorders, anxiety stress, and pain management. We have pain management oil, it is a full-spectrum extract and is one of the best-doing products. It is used majorly for sleep disorders and pain management. 

Peppermint oil is also used to encounter the base of the Vijaya leaf extract in them. We have different sizes available like 10 ml, 30 ml, and 50 ml. Our next product is for muscle and joint pain which is an external-based product. It is used for eczema, arthritis pain, muscular inflammation, etc and this has a very positive effect. We also have other products called pain-free, stress-free and products called sleep well. 

The hemp balm has Vijaya leaf extract along with the power of hemp. It is a completely topical applying product it also has other ingredients like camphor, eucalyptus, and beeswax which is similar to the products you will find in Vicks VapoRub. It has a cooling effect and also helps in cough and cold. It has a strong positive effect in patients that have the problem of migraine and headaches.

Q: What are the benefits of having these medicines instead of taking the allopathic ones?

A: The benefits which we saw by bringing in hemp or Vijaya extract medicines is that all the disorders that we are talked about. The normal allopathic medicines that people take are all made up of synthetic chemicals. They are all made up of products that have a lot of side effects like stomach disorders, kidney problems, and dependency habits.

The objective of their company actually is to give the patient plant-based medication that doesn’t have any side effects. Their products are something you can use without expecting to cause problems in the later stage. These medicines actually help to fight the problems and improve the body system to correct the disorder that you have, which other medicines don’t do. So that’s the idea of hemp and ayurvedic medicines.

Q: What products do they have in their cosmetic line?

A: The cosmetic line is a 100% herbal line, using hundred percent natural products. It has no GMO or cruelty on animals. The idea was to use ayurvedic ingredients but also to give it the power of hemp. It does wonders for the skin. By using hemp seed oil as the major ingredient they have made seven products. They do wonders on the skin.  

Ananta face wash contains ingredients such as tea tree leaves and hemp oil. Also, we have hemp cough syrup and kumkum Haldi as products. These are more of a women-centric product. They have anti-aging and wrinkle minimising effects. 

We also have Ananta soaps. Lemon, charcoal, and hemp are the main products in it. We also use castor oil, aloe vera, lemon extracts, and virgin coconut oil in it. The ingredients were selected on the basis of research so that the effect will be maximum. It does not have preservatives. They also have body butter soaps available in different flavors like avocado, vanilla and these are some of the best-selling products.

Q: What relevance do body butter products serve?

A: Body butter is a type of skin moisturiser. It’s not specific for body parts like feet, hands etc. It can be applied all over. They have very less oily factors and they absorb very fast. Body butter is not much different than moisturiser but it is made with the idea that it’s an all-type application.

Q: What products do they have In their nutritional line?

A: The nutritional line is made up of hemp seeds. Hemp seed oil is 100% unrefined hemp seed oil. It has a 250ml size. We also have a product named hemp hearts. These are raw shelled hemp seeds. There is a part inside the hemp seed that comes out and you can have them, it is called hemp hearts. Then they have hemp seed powder. It is made of the shell that comes out of the hemp hearts and also the part that is left out from the hemp oil. 

All these items are highly nutritious. They are basically fiber and protein supplements. You need about 30 grams of hemp hearts to compensate with the protein value that you get out of 150 grams of chicken. So for people who are building muscles, it’s a great alternative for them. The hemp seed oil is a great topical for body and head massage and can be applied on rashes or insect bites. 

Q: Is it suitable for everyone? Is it safe for children to consume?

A: It can be taken by anyone who is above 14 or 15 years of age. It is like a normal food supplement. But you should be cautious to provide children who are below the age of 12 because supplements mean concentrated protein or fibers that you provide your body. Since our body is not used to getting concentrated amounts of things like steroids, proteins, etc. 

It is always advised to get the prescription and advice from the doctor before consuming it. Especially for children, because their stomachs and other parts are still developing. So it is always better to give natural fruits foods and fruits instead of supplements.

With the use of medical Cannabis in place of pharmaceutical company-based products, we get a chance to compare and find pros and cons. Hempistani is an e-commerce platform where you can find hemp products originally made in India.

Whole Leaf Organics is a company that also provides medical Cannabis-based products. Whole Leaf Organics has varieties and variants of products based upon the needs of customers.

Founder & CEO Mr. Shivraj Sharma of Whole Leaf Organics interacted with us explaining the realms of medical cannabis and their therapeutic properties compared to conventional pharmaceutical medicine.

A: There are two main reasons. The first and Foremost reason is their side effects. When you consume those medicines with chemicals it does help you with the current problem but creates other issues that hinder the other natural processes in the body. For example, blood pressure medicines help you control your blood pressure but also restrict the blood flow in other parts of the body. So it can lead to several problems and issues and several dysfunctions in the body. So popping one particular medicine may help you in that particular area but regular use or abuse may lead you to other problems that you didn’t have. Also painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications like disprin. They deal with your current problem but lead to other severe health problems like they may lead to gastronomical ulcers in the stomach, can cause kidney damage, and heart disease. Secondly, the toxicity level: In Pharma products as compared to the natural products the toxicity levels are much higher.

Q: What are the upcoming products?

A: Whole Leaf Organics is working on menstrual pain relief which will have cannabinoids as well as other ayurvedic extraction in them.

Q: The products that Whole Leaf Organics offer are full spectrum. Any particular reason for choosing full-spectrum?

A: These full-spectrum products are much better than the isolates. Each compound has its benefits specifically. CBD is great for anxiety and also good for inflammation and pain. Then THC which is another cannabinoid is incomparable when it comes to pain releasing capacity.

Q: Why do these medicines face legal issues in India?

A: Cannabis has always been legal in India in the west. Even today we are very fortunate in India to have it. The government’s legal system has applied a limit on THC. It is because THC has a bad reputation but it is one of the most effective and therapeutically enhanced compounds in cannabis. We are lucky to have 0.3% legalisation in India regarding THC products that’s why they are going with full-spectrum products.

Q: Is there any prescription required for this full-spectrum medicine?

A: This is something people need to be educated about. You do require a prescription for the oral products and that is because of the THC present in them. That’s called a schedule E1 ayurvedic medicine.

Anything that can be consumed requires medical supervision. The dosage is so subjective that if you have the right dosage you will love the product but if taken in the wrong quantity you might alternate effects with no benefits.

Avi Ekveer Sharma is the founder of Neet, whose CBD products faced a lot of issues from the very beginning. The laws related to hemp differ from state to state. Procurement needs a lot of effort. They began with a very small plant without any investment. One major challenge is to fight the conventional thoughts and myths of people.

Let’s move on to some commonly asked questions for a better understanding and burst these myths…

Q: Who is eligible for 300mg?

A: 300mg can be taken by anyone who wants to. It is accurate for those who want to start taking CBD or who haven’t tried it ever before. It’s an introductory product and also affordable.

Any age group can try but if someone already knows how it works and is used to it, they can go for higher doses like 700 mg or above based on what suits them the best.

Q: Does it cause addiction?

A: No it doesn’t cause any addiction either It helps to get away from addiction. There are a lot of smokers who order it.

Q: How is the 700mg product?

A: 700mg product is named Suramya which means beautiful. This product range is related to beauty. 700mg is great to be applied on the skin. It helps you to get rid of acne and acne marks. You can apply it or can have it orally. It works magically with its anti-inflammatory properties.

Q: How effective is it for the PMS?

A: 1200mg is very suitable for females who are going through PMS. It can be applied as oil or taken orally. They can apply 1200mg over the skin and can also inject it. It helps to neutralize the pain in menstruation.

Q: 1200mg is ideal for which kind of uses?

A: 1200mg oils are number one in terms of topical appliance. It gives you results. Also, cannabinoids provide some warm effects. It helps with the pain you have after a workout. The muscle absorbs all the cannabinoids. CBD has a muscle-relaxing property. You can rub it on your affected area, or you can apply it topically or ingest it orally.

Q:  What are the other products?

A: Their next stage of the product is the Samarth range. It ranges from 1800 mg to 2500mg.

Samarth means the capability to do something. It helps patients with dementia and other diseases like Alzheimer’s. Any disease that needs neuroprotection, helps in it.

Q: Is there any product for muscular dystrophy?

A: Lack of proteins is a major reason behind muscular degeneration. Muscles are made up of protein fibers whose major component is amino acids. The contraction and relaxation in muscles create a movement that helps you move and do everything. Studies have found that CBD can decrease the amount of cortisol in the body. Less cortisol means high testosterone and more testosterone means more muscles. That’s why CBD is also used by many athletes and sportspersons to relax their bodies.

Q: Do they make CBD products for pets?

A: Yes. Pets also have an endocannabinoid system like humans. In animals, the absorbing power is also the same. Their pet products have two ranges. 1000mg and 1500mg. It is given based on weight and age. 1000mg is for the smaller pets like puppies and 1500mg is for pets with high weight or those with a big body like Persian cats and bigger dogs.

Q: Are there any side effects?

A: At once the human body can cope with 1500mg of CBD but if you take more than that it will cause you to lose motion as a side effect. So CBD has no severe side effects but since CBD that you consume is absorbed by the liver and the other allopathic medicines that humans consume are also taken up by the liver. It is suggested not to mix CBD with antidepressants because you may have loose motions. If any chemical compound mixes up with CBD then the chance of side effects increases. This happens because your body heats up. It is obvious that if you take something in excess, it will not be good for your health.

Q: Why is it not suggested to take any other medicine with cannabinoids?

A: Polydosing is not suggested because inside our liver there is an enzyme called CY450, that metabolizes all the medicines and drugs uptake. If you are taking all of them at once, it will affect your liver and stomach.

Furthermore, they have products like rose body and face oil that helps get rid of acne, acne marks, and wrinkles. It also helps to get rid of inflammation because of the anti-inflammatory properties of CBD.

Eversince the pandemic has started, the level of stress, anxiety, and depression is at their peak. Since last year there is an increase in patients with insomnia anxiety depression and even patients with ADHD. Before 2 to 3 years people weren’t aware of medical Cannabis and how it could be useful as a cure for several diseases. But at present because of awareness in mass numbers the patients are already aware of CBD and THC, and why they are used for.

Dr. Swapnil Bacchao, with over 10 years of experience treating patients and also medical cannabis educator, shed further light on Ayurvedic Medical Cannabis and its therapeutic benefits.

It is a very good sign. But it should be taken only under proper medical guidance because certain products can cause anxiety and increase psychosis if taken an overdose or in toxic amounts.

Q: How can someone having allopathic medication switch to using ayurvedic medication? Why does switching to Cannabis become a major challenge for them?

A: No one should stop their conventional medication all of a sudden because these medications if stopped suddenly can cause severe depression or severe anxiety. Hence, one should always start having CBD once in 10 days or 16 days.

Once patients start having the positive effect of Cannabis they can taper the use of those conventional medications like 4 days a week then 3 days a week but before stopping completely one must consult with the doctor to go through the analysis and see how their mental state is. Then stop it completely. It’s advisable not to stop taking it completely without any medical advice.

Q: Why is it advised not to stop using conventional medicine all of a sudden? How can they have balanced medication?

A: There are a lot of patients who take medicines such as antidepressants like Clonazepam and Etizolam. These are very potent medications. So it is generally advised not to mix them with CBD or Cannabis. Patients who are on medicines like Etizolam, can be addictive. It can’t be stopped all of a sudden. In that case, the patient may begin with a low dose of CBD like two to three drops based upon what the concentration is.

Along with it, they may continue to take conventional medication without making any changes. Slowly they can increase taking CBD and after reaching a certain dosage one may begin tapering off of all those potential drugs. In the initial days, you take them together but one should never stop all of a sudden.

Q: Some medications like coagulant medication are meant for blood specifically. It is advised not to take any medication along with coagulant medication and some blood-related drugs, so how can we deal with it?

A: Medications like blood thinners and antihypertensive drugs are the drugs patients should look for before starting with the cannabinoids but again it depends upon the dosage of blood thinners the patient has been taking. It’s always safe to take a gap of four to five hours between the dosage, CBD dosage, and other medication.

In these types of patients also micro dosage is recommended. And also it is advised to monitor the international normalized ratio (INR) ratio of patients. In certain medications, it is not advised to take CBD with that but as of yet, any patient isn’t seen whose INR was increased while doing micro-dosing of CBD.

Q: How is microdosing done? The art of micro-dosing?

A: Micro-dosing can be done on allopathy too but most people don’t realise this. It is when doctors prescribed you to take a medicine in a specific amount and not more than that. So people already know what microdosing is.

Q: How can patients be sure that they don’t get into any kind of misorientation or psychotic issues? How can they go ahead and avoid it? Or if they have taken the medication mistakenly, how to cope with it?

A: That’s the main reason for tightening the doses. The threshold for every person is different. 20 to 30 mg of CBD can have a very good effect on anyone or may not affect other people. That’s the reason patients are asked to start with very low doses like 15 or 20 mg and then increase it every week like increasing the dosage with 5 mg. The body will give you messages. If you are taking it for pain or sleep issues, once you start feeling that this dose is right for me, you continue using it in the same amount.

Try not to exceed what is required because certain products that are high in THC can induce acute anxiety if taken more than the required amount. Especially for those patients who have panic attacks, it helps them but taking in excess amount can worsen the existing condition.

Q: People are taking allopathic medicine from the very beginning and it works instantly but cannabis takes time to show its effect. How can people be patient and wait for its benefits to happen?

A: Allopathic medication usually has a very fast effect. Cannabis also has a very fast-acting effect but it is always safer to start using it less in starting days and then slowly increase the amount of it. It is advised to patients to be patient and don’t rush into it because the reaction of cannabinoids is different. Do not rush into it, give it time at least two to three weeks so you know how your body is responding to it. Post 3 to 4 weeks you can take advice from your doctor and then you can go for a higher dosage.

Q: Does activation of the ECS or endocannabinoid system lead to homeostasis?

A: The body produces its endocannabinoids and this chemical brings out homeostasis in our body, the feeling of joy, the feeling of pain, perception, your sleep pattern, your mood, and these receptors are present everywhere in our body. Once this is imbalanced the person may have different symptoms and it differs from person to person light mood disorders, agitations. So once you start taking cannabinoids externally which are phytocannabinoids they are going to balance your ECS and once your ECS is balanced your body will maintain homeostasis. Then the symptoms the patient has been experiencing are decreased. Some patients do have an immediate effect but for permanent effects and long-lasting effects, it takes around two weeks.

Q: Where does a patient get doctors who provide Cannabis as medicine?

A: Anyone can access it easily from our website. We have various doctors available at Ask Health Professionals. You can book a consultation with your preferred doctor depending on your requirement. Then you can get the online prescription instantly once you are done with the consultation.

Q: Can someone get addicted to medical Cannabis or cause addiction post medication?

A: Medical Cannabis is not addictive. It does not cause any withdrawal symptoms but if patients use it for more than 6 months continuously every day then they may feel the need to take it. They won’t face any withdrawal symptoms but since they were used to taking THC, their body may prefer it.

Q: What are CB1 and CB2 receptors?

A: CB1 and CB2 receptors are present in our body. Since our body produces its endocannabinoids these Chemicals go and bind to those receptors. These are the most studied cannabinoid receptors. There are also many more receptors of these chemicals but they are not studied yet. They are present all over the body from the central nervous system to the spinal cord and other organs. This is the reason when you take CBD and THC you not only feel relaxation in the mind and brain but it also has effects like vasodilation and relaxed muscles, peristalsis, and better bowel movements. It is because CB1 and CB 2 receptors are present all over the organs.

Q: What is Allosteric modulation?

A: Allosteric modulation is when the CBD and THC modulate the effect of each other. This is why it is always advised to take a full-spectrum oil in use because it gives you other terpenes and flavonoids and also there are some traces of THC in it. So when taken together, they potentially affect each other and also decrease the side effects. They are advised to take CBD isolate or to take a full-spectrum oil.

Q: In the market, there is CBD Isolate and also the broad spectrum that does not contain any terpenoids or flavonoids. Does taking isolated cannabinoids create any issues or any long-term effects?

A: There is absolutely no side effect. If a patient is in pain or depression they can take CBD but for children, it is not recommended to take it with THC. It is always advisable to take CBD isolate because there are studies that indicate long-term THC in children can cause neurodevelopmental changes. Also, old age patients who have ortho-related problems or patients who take very high doses of hypertensive drugs, those patients are always advised to take CBD isolate.

In conclusion, even oral medication, preference-based cream, or ointment is completely recommended for patients with arthritis. They benefit quite well by using CBD and THC balms because CBD and THC have the property to get absorbed very well and they give instant results.

Tired of basic fabric materials? Hemploom India is a company that manufactures one of the leading hemp products related to textiles, hemp sheets, towels, hemp masks, etc. Masks are one of the best-selling products. They began in 2020 with the face mask, later on, developed other products like bedsheets, kitchen towels, table runners, and bathroom-related products like towels. Now they have stepped into manufacturing fabrics too.

Hemploom offers several products made with hemp. Mask that they offer has two layers, the first layer is made of hemp and the second layer is cotton! It is very comfortable and breathable. You do not need to take off your mask while speaking. There are plenty of issues with the masks we use like one cannot breathe properly, being itchy, and sweaty. This is something that doesn’t happen with hemp masks. Also, they take help from the artisans providing them with livelihood to manufacture products. They use laborious techniques to promote sustainability.

Q: What’s the size of the bedsheets?

A: They now offer a Queen size bed sheet but are working on other services and designs as well. They have done sampling about products like cushion covers. After that, they plan to move to the fabrication parts, so the fabric is being made on handloom and not power loom.

Q: Which type of fabrication do they use? How is their textile industry?

A: Many are aware of medical Cannabis but the fiber made of them is something that people are not aware of. Even the textile industry is very much dominated by cotton fibers and other petroleum-based fibers like polyester and nylon which are not eco-friendly. Their fabrics are being made through handloom and not power loom. The handloom sector is declining in India because of various reasons. Handloom should be promoted more in the age of mechanization because then action, quality, and consistency remain. It should also be encouraged in terms of generating employment in our country. Also through this, they are helping artisans to make a livelihood.

Q: What are the challenges they faced so far to make these kinds of products?

A: The major challenge in this industry is the misconception about hemp because it comes from Cannabis plants. People are not aware of the benefits of it because it was always under the shadows. It has always been associated with that because it is one of the secret plants we have, there are so many rituals that we align with it but again the stigma that it makes

you high and is psychoactive remains. There are always two sides to a coin. This time, one is hemp and the other is marijuana. People are aware of the marijuana part but unaware of the hemp aspect. These are the types of things that we are trying to help society understand.

A: The inks that they use to print are 100% eco-friendly. Silk sealing printing is also a labor incentive printing technique. Usually, the printing materials that are used in the market are chemical-based. They have reduced the hard chemicals and shifted them to water-based pigments. This makes it better than conventional. They don’t claim it to be 100% organic because few chemicals are needed to make the ink stay on the fabric but they don’t use harsh chemicals that can cause skin problems and other related issues.

Q: What are the benefits of using a hemploom towel as the product?

A: The towel usually available in the market takes up much space in all cupboards. The size of those towels is around 28 inches to 50 inches Q: Why should the customer get the hemp product and not other products that are available in the market?

A: It is very important to understand the quality of fabric from a consumer point of view. There are two types of masks in the market, one is a cotton mask and a surgical-specific lining. Every one of those products comes at different prices and there is a reason behind it. Usually, consumers ask questions as to why the bedsheets are expensive compared to the normal cotton bed sheets. The answer to that is hemp bed sheets are beneficial for you and your family.

Q: What are the major benefits of using their products?

A: The best thing about their products is that they are antibacterial. That is the quality that everyone nowadays is looking for in the product because of the pandemic. Also, the product is biodegradable. It is anti- UV. People nowadays use products with SPF 30+ and SPF 40+. Hemp is known for SPF 99 +. It saves you from UV rays on a very large scale. These are the benefits that speak for themselves.

Q: Can the product be a little cheaper in the upcoming time, so most people can access it?

A: They aspire to do that but the problem is, if we use less than 40% to 30% of hemp in a product, then it won’t be totally biodegradable or completely antibacterial. Because it can’t be. They have a policy of using 60% of hemp or above that in any of their products. They could have used 20% hemp and 80% cotton to release the product at a very reasonable price, but then the major factor or the change that they are trying to achieve from their company would have been lost.

Q: Is this going to be a guilty feel product for environment-friendly customers?

A: Being in sustainability makes you realize that you are at least doing a small portion of the sustainable factor the people are doing around the globe. Just a small initiative that hemploom is trying to achieve. They are coming up with initiatives like if you buy a product you have to plant a tree. Also post removing the fiber from hemp, the crops, leaves, and the remaining parts act as a fertilizer.

Q:  Which type of printing is being used to print the covers and other products?

. Hemploom towels measure 30 inches to 60 inches. Also, because of the complex structure of hemp, the molecules are very tightly packed. The towel itself speaks for a customer because it has the property of quick-drying.

They dry themselves without the sunlight in 2 to 3 hours.

Q: What are future aspects and upcoming products? Is Hemploom planning to launch any new product line?

A: Hemploom will soon launch table runners and cushion covers. Along with that, they are working on posters and small products, for gifting purposes. They are also working on tie and dye, embroidery, and pastel-colored dyes. Also, they are planning to come up with different combos and are tying up with other organic brands. It will help both the companies’ objectives to be together.

They are into upcycle collection now. Everyone should try it once. If you use them you will not switch to anything else. You will love the comfort of happiness that comes from it for you being a contributor to a sustainable lifestyle.

Q: For what reason do we have these three types?

Every individual reacts differently. Some people have reactions to THC. Some prefer to have less THC in the compound because they wish not to get high. Some are not accustomed to certain Cannabinoids. According to their preferences, CBD products have been introduced in the market. So, globally these are the three types of CBD available in the market from full spectrum, broad spectrum and isolate.

Q: How to procure CBD?

To procure CBD oil you will require a prescription from a certified Ayush doctor who will certify you and provide you the prescription. It is because the Drug and Cosmetic Act 1940 clearly states that this type of medication does require a prescription. If you have the prescription you can get CBD oil. You may go ahead and start the treatment as per what the physicians prescribe in relevance to the potency you prefer. Regarding isolate and broad-spectrum you do not need any prescription. One can buy it directly from our website. We have varieties of CBD oil and other products that you can try out and see how it works.

Q: How is Medical Cannabis different?

Cannabis that we see in the United States, UK, and America, the medical Cannabis is dedicated to mainstream Cannabis. But here in India in terms of medical Cannabis, there is a slight difference, because the Cannabis medication is based on ayurvedic formulation.

Q: Why is it available in Ayurvedic formulation?

Ayush ministry wishes to promote ayurvedic medication. It is something to agree with because the ayurvedic medication is mostly plant-based medication, it contains other benefitting elements. These are the reasons in India most of the Medical Cannabis that you are going to have will contain some other plant-based materials to make an enhanced version of the medication.

Q: From where do we easily access the prescription?

Anyone can access it easily from our website. We have multiple health experts available at Ask Health Professionals. You can visit professionals via our website and we have a section under which you may seek the help of these professionals. You can book a consultation with your preferred doctor depending on your requirement. Then you can get the online prescription instantly once you are done with the consultation. Followed by this, you can go ahead and order the medication from our website. If you face any sort of uncertainty, we will be more than happy to help you out.

On occasion of World Cannabis day (4/20), Hempistani hosted a live session with Dr. Piyush Juneja and discussed his journey along with Indian Hemp Expo 2022. Dr. Piyush Juneja is a prominent doctor in the Indian cannabis industry, educating and spreading awareness on medical Ayurvedic cannabis. He is also the founder of Indianvaidyas.com & Cannabisvaidyas.com, certified Medical Cannabis Practitioner, national coordinator of IMA-AYUSH & Founder of India Hemp Expo.

Dr. Piyush entered the cannabis industry almost a decade ago. After an extensive exploration in the medical practice, he exposed a harsh reality wherein lack of information on Hemp/Cannabis and medical cannabis does not exist in the medical world. Medical practitioners are aware about this herb extracted from a plant in Ireland, known as Vijaya but it is not being taught in a very detailed or the manner in India’s medical colleges and academic institutions.

Around 2019, Dr. Piyush Juneja had tirelessly engaged to get connected with some platforms and companies and started having the discussion on cannabis.  With his ongoing journey on spreading the good words of hemp/cannabis, he eventually thought to have some platform. In fact, a few months back he announced that he are getting very good response for this Expo that is India Hemp Expo.

As far as The India Hemp Expo 2022 is a unique B2B exhibition being organized on 13-14^th May, 2022 at Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, New Delhi. The revolutionary event aims to propel the growth of the Hemp/Cannabis industry and give the exhibitors/visitors/industrialists/scholars a great opportunity to increase their networks as well as knowledge for the betterment of their independent businesses. This expo will showcase the strengths and potentials of the Hemp/Cannabis industry, harness the power of this emerging global sector, project future trends and requirements, and exhibit the research and development efforts of the players in this industry. From eminent delegates, practitioners, consumers to stakeholders, the expo will host a large spectrum of guests.

The exhibition has the following agendas:-

            •          To showcase the strengths and potentials of Hemp/Cannabis Industry

            •          To have interaction with practitioners, consumers & other stakeholders

            •          To create awareness among individuals and professionals

            •          To harness the potential of this fast growing and globally emerging sector

            •          To have one to one interaction with eminent delegates

            •          To project future trends and requirements

            •          To exhibit the research & development efforts

The 2-day expo will also have Researchers present their works followed by India Hemp Awards. It has a self nomination protocol where two specific categories will be served, firstly the jury awards and the popular awards. Professionals and firms who have tirelessly worked in the field of medical cannabis/hemp will be awarded on the basis of their direct performances. The Expo will also showcase a huge line of Hemp-related products like hemp food products, hemp cosmetics, textiles, building materials, and cannabis medicines.

Numerous visitors like AYUSH Practitioners & Medical Experts, allopathic Practitioners, Government Organizations / Trusts / NGOs and officials, International Delegates, manufacturers of AYUSH & Wellness products, distributors/Retailers of AYUSH products, Publishers, Media & PR Professionals, Fitness Centers, Wellness Centers Owners, Business Associates and Consultants, Medical Plant Cultivators and Traders, AYUSH Central/State Government Department, Medical College(Allopathic & AYUSH) Students and entire Fraternity will be participating in the event.

The hemp expo also aims to serve as a market platform for hemp and cannabis, dealers and exporters of raw materials, equipment manufacturers, research institutes, medical colleges, ministries, government institutions, NGOs and so on.

Finally it can be concluded that  Indian hemp expo is one of its kind, where, learning, networking, competitions, exhibition and recognition via awards are there which is truly not be missed by anyone. Therefore, we cordially invite you to our annual exhibition ceremony.. It would be an honor to have your presence in the event.

• What are lifestyle-based hemp products?

Hemp soaps, for example, can be utilized by those who are suffering from allergies and acne issues as it helps eliminate skin-related issues. Co-founder Kshetrimayum Brojendro Singh had an excessive acne problem at the back and after using hemp-based products for two weeks he saw significant change. By now he is completely free of back acne. It is a multipurpose soap, so it can be used for the face as well as the body. Add hemp wellness products to your facial skincare routine as it has no irritation, with skin allergies can use it too. And Obviously, no! This soap will not “get you high”.

• How is hemp used as an effective cure for allergies?

Those suffering from skin-related, other medical issues are recommended to avoid using random medication from Pharmaceutical stores, it has many different ingredients that aren’t even organic. Hemp products, on the other hand, show significant health benefits they have on most concerns. All you need to do is constantly apply twice or thrice every day in the required area so your skin absorbs it well, as it is a very good absorbent

• Why aren’t enough citizens coming forward to legalize hemp?

Even though hemp products have many potential in India in terms of industrial aspects. Lack of education and awareness on cannabis is the major reason for misconceptions. However, the hemp revolution is building its momentum in the country.

• Does hemp help combat coronavirus? 

The short answer to the question is yes & no. It does not have a complete cure but helps build immunity against diseases and hemp is rich in nutrients and is one of the most Prime highlights.

• What is the legal stance of hemp in India? 

According to the NDPS Act law of India, it has begun allowing their legal stance for production and ensuring parts of the plant do not contain the THC content not more than 0.03%. Apart from food & wellness, hemp has multiple products potential.

• How can we benefit from Hemp/Cannabis?

A lot of doctors can give us more information about medical Cannabis positively. If you happen to have any questions or any doubts related to your health concerns, visit Ask Health Professionals and get the right advice for you to make sure that you use healthy and organic products for your wellbeing. 

• What is industrial usage?

Industrial usage varies as it has multiple applications as per the need. Apart from the FMCG, Hemp fibre and paper industry is one of the major ones as the paper industry exists in India manufacturing quality stationery items. Hemp fibre can be an excellent sustainable replacement as hemp can be harvested twice a year in India and we have a vast area for cultivation.