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CBD Will No Longer Be Prohibited by WADA Beginning in 2018

Currently, all cannabinoids are prohibited in-competition by the World Anti-Doping Agency.


Cannabidiol will be removed from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list beginning in 2018, WADA announced Friday. Cannabidiol, most commonly known as CBD, is a cannabinoid contained in cannabis. Currently, all cannabinoids are prohibited in-competition by WADA [CBT note: which aims to bring “consistency to anti-doping policies and regulations within sport organizations and governments,” per the organization’s website].

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CBD was brought to light for MMA fans by Diaz in 2016. After falling to Conor McGregor by majority decision in the main event of UFC 202, Diaz was seen using a vape pen at the post-fight press conference. When asked about it, Diaz said he was vaping CBD.

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"It's CBD," Diaz said. “It helps with the healing process and inflammation, stuff like that. So you want to get these for before and after the fights, training. It'll make your life a better place."

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