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The Fallacy of Full Spectrum

Its hard to ignore the fullspectrum obsession that’s currently flooding the cannabis market. Advertised as better and more effective than distillates and isolates, “fuller”-spectrum cannabinoid- and terpene-rich extractions have become the only choice for many. This is doubly true within the cannabidiol (CBD) sector.

Yet, the reality is that many fullspectrum products, especially edible options, are glaringly devoid of a robust terpene profile. Thats because, until recently, there were no commercially viable ways to preserve the plant’s natural and highly volatile aromatic profile within an oil, edible, or topical.

Now, new technology could upend how we approach fullspectrum edibles. For patients and consumers alike

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