Edibles: a roundup of items

Cannabinoid (CBD, THC, psychedelics) and other edibles are now widely available—in stores on every block near where I live in Manhattan. legal and not.  Much remains to be learned about the products.  One thing for sure: keep them away from kids and pets (use them to treat pets at your risk).

THE [PURPORTED] BENEFITS

• CBD boosts sleep quality and immune function: StudyLow-dose CBD supports healthy sleep in healthy participants and increases immune cell expression, according to a recent study published in the journal Nutrients… Read
• Review highlights cannabinoids’ therapeutic potential in gastrointestinal dysfunction: A new Polish review of how endocannabinoids and phytocannabinoids affect gastrointestinal (GIT) functions underscores their therapeutic potential… Read
• CBD boosts sleep quality and immune function: StudyLow-dose CBD supports healthy sleep in healthy participants and increases immune cell expression, according to a recent study published in the journal Nutrients…. Read more

THE MARKETING POTENTIAL

• Can cannabis beverages make their mark in bars and restaurants?  Cannabis beverages are most frequently consumed at home. But much has been made of their potential to replace alcohol – with important channels for alcohol including bars, restaurants and other on-premise locations. How can cannabis beverages succeed in the on-trade?… Read more

THE REGULATORY GAP

• CBD inspection highlights significant mislabelling in Portuguese market: A study of CBD products available in Portugal reveals significant discrepancies between label claims and actual cannabinoid compositions, highlighting the need for “stringent regulation and standardised testing protocols”… Read

ONE CASE OF REAL RISK: MUSHROOM EDIBLES

• CDC: Severe Illness Potentially Associated with Consuming Diamond ShruumzTM Brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, and Gummies.  CDC, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), America’s Poison Centers, and state and local partners are investigating reports of severe acute illnesses potentially associated with consuming Diamond Shruumz^TM brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies marketed as containing a proprietary blend of mushrooms.  [As of September 18: Cases = 169, Hospitalizations = 66, Deaths =2].
• FDA: Investigation of Illnesses: Diamond Shruumz-Brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, & Gummies: Do not eat, sell, or serve any flavor of Diamond Shruumz- Brand Products. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.
• June 19: The outbreak linked to micro-dosing candies more than doubles; company refuses to recall: Despite the number of illnesses having more than doubled since an outbreak announcement this past week, a company that sells microdosing candy continues to refuse to issue a recall. The Food and Drug Administration has issued a public warning about the products sold under the Diamond Shruumz brand. Implicated products… Continue Reading
• July 22: Second person dies in edibles outbreak; recall initiated but products still available: Another person has died in the outbreak of illnesses tied to Diamond Shruumz edibles, which are sold nationwide. As of July 22, 2024, a total of 74 illnesses had been reported from 28 states. Sixty-two of the 74 people have reported seeking medical care, 38 have been hospitalized, and there… Continue Reading
• July 31: More sick in outbreak linked to edibles; FDA posts list of retailers: More people have been stuck ill from eating Diamond Shruumz brand edibles. The FDA has posted a list of hundreds of stores and online outlets selling the products. As of July 29, a total of 78 illnesses have been reported in 28 states. Sixty-five of the 78 people have reported… Continue Reading 
• August 22: More patients added to toll in deadly outbreak traced to Diamond Shruumz edibles:  The patient count in a deadly outbreak traced to edibles continues to increase with 145 patients having developed symptoms since the previous update this past week. The Food and Drug Administration continues investigating Diamond Shruumz brand chocolate bars, gummies, and cones. The outbreak has spread across 29 states, with 59… Continue Reading