There is a wide range of supplements to improve rest, from magnesium to products containing cannabidiol (CBD) like those from the brand Paradise. This company has among its shareholders personalities such as the former president of Mexico Vicente Fox, actor Roberto Palazuelos, and Marcus Dantus, known as one of the 'sharks' from Shark Tank. Paradise promotes CBD as a natural ally for stress, sleep, and well-being, as well as a solution to regain balance.
Amid its popularity, Paradise has been highlighted in a risk notice by the Federal Commission for the Protection against Sanitary Risks (Cofepris) for the illegal marketing of products made with CBD. According to the health authority, brands like Paradise do not have the necessary authorization to sell CBD products in foods, dietary supplements, cosmetics, or beverages.
As for CBD, it is derived from hemp, a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant with low levels of THC, the psychoactive component. Although it has been used to treat various conditions such as epilepsy, anxiety, pain, and Parkinson's disease, the scientific evidence supporting its uses is limited.
Paradise offers a wide variety of CBD products that range from oils to gummies and beauty products. Among its most notable products is the Prime CBD Full Spectrum, a concentrated oil that promises to reduce stress, improve sleep, and promote muscle relaxation. Additionally, they have special collaborations, such as the one they have with singer Natanael Cano for a hemp incense.
Despite its possible benefits, both in the United States and in Mexico, regulation regarding CBD is strict. In the United States, only one product called Epidiolex is approved for certain types of epilepsy, while in Mexico, the General Health Law restricts its use to medical and scientific purposes. Marketing products with CBD in foods and cosmetics represents a risk to public health, according to Cofepris, due to the lack of control over raw materials and manufacturing conditions.
As for its side effects, CBD may be safe in appropriate doses, but effects such as dry mouth, diarrhea, and decreased appetite have been reported, among others. Caution is recommended when consuming it during pregnancy, breastfeeding, by minors, and by individuals taking certain medications.
