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CBD: what’s the science behind the wellness trend?

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Recommended CBD dosage for epilepsy versus daily supplement use

The daily dose of CBD recommended by the FSA is 10 milligrams, which has been criticized by the CBD industry as overly cautious. However, when used as a medicine for rare forms of epilepsy, the NHS prescribes a maximum of 10 to 12.5 milligrams per kilo twice a day. This means, for example, if you weigh 70 kilos, you would require a daily dose of about 1,750 milligrams. The CBD industry's reaction to the FSA's recommendation remains to be seen.

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