Newsy and Inverse partner to bring you up to speed on what's happening in the lab. In this segment, science editor Yasmin Tayag explains what's left to learn about CBD and why you should be cautious before purchasing some products. Read more of that report on Inverse, and check your local listings to catch new segments of "The Lab" on "The Day Ahead."
The Lab: What Scientists Still Want To Know About CBD
Newsy and Inverse pair up to bring you the latest from the lab. In this segment, editor Yasmin Tayag shares what's still unknown about CBD use.
The Lab: What Scientists Still Want To Know About CBD
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Posted: 3:55 p.m. EST Feb 11, 2019
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