What is actually in Trip CBD drinks?
The self-proclaimed "No. 1 CBD brand" in the UK has since removed this messaging from its marketing material – which included a statement on its website, seen in December, about how the drinks could be used to help people "unwind when work is over" or could be consumed in the morning "before a long day."
The brand also claimed that its blend of ingredients – including magnesium citrate – "has been crafted for calm."
Following an investigation, which examined complaints over three key issues, the watchdog concluded that the messaging around certain health claims were "not authorised."
Yahoo UK has contacted Trip for comment.
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So, what is in Trip?
Depending on the flavour, the ingredients vary from drink to drink. However, the base ingredients in all flavours are:
Sparkling water
Fruit juices from concentrate
Flavour enhancers
Botanical extracts
L-theanine
CBD extract
Citric acid
Sweetener
Soya
Some blends, such as the raspberry orange blossom and chamomile drink, also include magnesium citrate (according to its site, one 250ml can contains 24mg).
Magnesium citrate, specifically, can help relieve constipation by increasing the amount of water your intestines absorb.
The mineral magnesium, meanwhile, is important for bodily function and contributes towards healthy nerves, muscles, bones and cardiovascular system. It has also been linked to improved sleep and reduced anxiety.
As for the CBD extract present in Trip drinks, the brand states that there is 25mg in each can.
The rise of CBD products
Cannabidiol (CBD) products have become increasingly popular – not just in the UK, but around the world.
According to a 2023 report by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), there were 100 CBD products on its public list, on sale across England and Wales – with more than 12,000 CBD products linked to food applications. Samples included everything from sprays and oils, to beverages and even dog treats.
CBD doesn't cause a high, though it is a chemical derived directly from the hemp plant.
While there are various health claims associated with the active ingredient, further research is needed to determine its benefits and safety.
In conjunction with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC, aka, the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis), it is used in medicine to treat multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms. Similarly, there are traces of CBD in certain epilepsy medications, too.
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