As a veteran-owned company, we do our part in supporting those who have served our country. Seeing how hemp products have become part of many veterans’ daily routines was the inspiration behind Extract Labs. To acknowledge the holiday, we sent out a survey to our military member subscribers to learn more about their experiences with CBD—why they use it and how it fits into their lifestyle.
Noah H., 42, served in Iraq as a Marine Assault Amphibious Vehicle crewmember. He began trying CBD about seven months ago to replace his heavy use of ibuprofen.
“I’m a combat veteran. I did lots of research before taking the plunge. It has helped me feel more at ease and balanced,” Noah said. “The VA just wanted to give me bags of pills—not really my cup of tea. It can’t be good taking all the meds day-in and day-out, so I took the jump into the CBD world.”
After discovering Extract Labs from CBD Examine, Noah tried CBD and CBN tinctures—one for morning and one for night. He said he began to notice a steadier sense of comfort in about a week.
Lance Corporal Jonathan R., 36, served with the Ace of Spades as a Marine Corps Fixed-Wing Airframe Mechanic and was deployed to Afghanistan. He started taking THC free CBD products as part of his efforts to find calm and better rest.
CBD is banned for active military members because of the trace amounts of THC in many hemp products. CBD isolate is perfect for those wanting the benefits of CBD without THC or other cannabinoids. It’s a pure form of CBD, ideal for those avoiding THC. While this may help with drug tests, we cannot guarantee results, as individual body chemistry varies. This remains a barrier for many professionals—cops, military members, firefighters—who are subject to regular testing.
“Try it. It’s not a drug, it’s an herbal remedy,” says 71-year-old veteran Dan C., who served as a Naval Aviator. Dan began researching CBD in 2019. He eventually tried CBD and CBG tinctures for daily balance and CBN capsules with melatonin at night for deeper rest. He said he noticed a difference right away.
Jenny, a 44-year-old Navy Airman who served with the ATOC Rota Spain, started using CBD in 2020. She says it helps her feel calmer, and she prefers tinctures since she can add them to food and drinks.
Similarly, Air Force technical sergeant Lynn N., 64, uses gummies in the morning and night and vapes throughout the day as needed. She says she feels steadier emotionally and more at ease in stressful moments.
For many veterans, cannabinoids are viewed as a way to support both body and mind—creating moments of comfort, balance, and calm. But they’re often just one part of a broader wellness routine.
After serving with the 82nd Airborne in Afghanistan, Jeremy R. began taking CBD a few years ago as part of his overall wellness regimen.
“It’s part of a kitchen sink method for me—yoga, meditation, CBD, stem cell treatment, etc.,” Jeremy says. “I’m doing what I can to feel better and glad y’all are out there supporting vets trying to do this.”
Our deepest thanks to all military members this Veterans Day.
All servicemen and women receive 60 percent off all Extract Labs CBD products. If you haven’t already signed up, you can do so through our CBD discount program.
