But Could CBD Make You Fail a Drug Test? [zPnySqMrGU1]

But Could CBD Make You Fail a Drug Test? [zPnySqMrGU1]

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Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a non psychoactive compound produced by the marijuana plant that seems to be everywhere these days. Maybe you’ve even been asked if you’d like it added to your morning cup of joe! THC, also marijuana-derived, is what gets people high and is screened for by drug tests. The chemical structure of THC is very similar to CBD’s, which begs the question: Could using CBD make you fail a drug test? In this episode of Reactions we break down the chemistry behind the possibilities. #CBD #DrugTest #Reactions Subscribe! Facebook! Twitter! Instagram! You might also like: How Do Pregnancy Tests Work? How Does Marijuana Work? Are E-cigs Safer Than Cigarettes? Why Are Synthetic Drugs So Dangerous? The Science of Caffeine: The World's Most Popular Drug Credits: Producer: Melissa Salpietra Writer: George Zaidan Scientific Consultants: Mark Lefsrud, PhD Mahmoud A. ElSohly, PhD Jason White, PhD Executive Producer: George Zaidan Music: Pure Natural - The Agutis Sources: Ever wonder why dogs sniff each others' butts? Or how Adderall works? Or whether it's OK to pee in the pool? We've got you covered: Reactions a web series about the chemistry that surrounds you every day. Produced by the American Chemical Society. Join the American Chemical Society!