NEW RULES TO ALLOW ATHLETES TO USE CBD
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) decided to remove cannabidiol (CBD) from its 2018 list of banned substances. This decision came after long-running debates among the sports community about whether or not CBD should be listed with banned performance-enhancing drugs such as anabolic steroids.
GOVERNING BODIES ALLOW CBD USE
The governing bodies that oversee golf, tennis, ultimate fighting, and rugby are allowing their athletes to use CBD. The World Anti-Doping Agency oversees more than 600 sports organizations, including the International Olympic Committee and the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). We can assume many more sports will follow these other sports in allowing CBD use for their athletes.
TOP PROFESSIONAL LEAGUES ARE CHANGING AS WELL
Major League Baseball announced that natural cannabinoids would no longer be considered an abuse drug and would be viewed the same as alcohol. And the National Football League and its players union are reviewing alternative therapies, including CBD.
CBD REDUCES INFLAMMATION AND PAIN
All athletes, amateur or professional, have aches and pains as they train and play. Reducing inflammation and pain will certainly aid their performance. With little or no side effects, CBD can enhance the athletic experience by helping remove inflammation and pain.