Cannabis has been used therapeutically for a variety of ailments for generations. Most people associate medical marijuana with smoking the plant, but it’s not the only way to find relief. The advent of Rick Simpson oil (RSO) was welcomed by patients needing high doses of cannabinoids, especially cancer patients. But the thick, viscous extract isn’t always the most pleasant product to consume: enter Emerald Bay Extracts RSO pills.
Founded by Stanford-trained oncology and ICU nurse Casey Angeley and her husband, Thomas, Emerald Bay Extracts is all about putting patients first. The strain-specific products ensure people get the precise compounds (including cannabinoids and terpenes) they need. Many patients find that specific varieties affect them in different ways, and Emerald Bay Extracts understands the nuance.
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According to Kyle McFarlin, director of medical partnerships at Emerald Bay Extracts, the brand appeals to both patients and high-dose adult-use consumers.
“You can use our products recreationally, but it’s really a medically driven company,” he told GreenState.
Emerald Bay Extracts offers a line of RSO syringes for consumers who want to take the oil in various ways (including orally, topically, or in suppositories), as well as innovative RSO tablets. These easy-to-swallow pills are flavorless, all-natural, and simple to add to any daily regimen.
What are RSO pills?
RSO pills are tablets that contain Rick Simpson oil in a dried form. The oil is mixed with microcrystalline cellulose and silicon dioxide to form a powder, which is then pressed into a scored tablet. The pills can then be dosed precisely and easily swallowed with a drink of water.
Emerald Bay Extracts manufactures several different strain-specific RSO pills in California cannabis dispensaries. For the rest of the country, they currently offer two unique Farm Bill-compliant SKUs: White CBG and Valentine X.
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White CBG RSO Pills
CBG is growing in popularity, and White is one of the most famous CBG-rich cannabis strains. The compound is touted for its wide range of potential therapeutic benefits, including as an anti-inflammatory. Many people use it to promote focus and gut health.
Emerald Bay Extracts’ White CBG tablets contain 25mg of full-spectrum CBG. The pills can be easily broken in half if needed.
“CBG obviously has been a big player in the last two years for us—in fact, it’s one of our most popular strains that we have coming out,” McFarlin explained. “A lot of IBS and Crohn’s patients are telling us that they’re receiving relief from this.”
The bottles come in two quantities with either 30 or 60 pills. Folks who take the White CBG every day will want to consider the 60-pack since it comes with a $10 discount.
Valentine X High CBD RSO Pills
People seeking the benefits of cannabidiol will want to try the Valentine X CBD RSO pills. These 25:1 CBD:THC tablets are often used by people suffering from seizures; the name Valentine comes from the patron saint of epilepsy. Since the cannabis oil is full spectrum, consumers get all of the benefits of the entourage effect—the theory that all parts of the cannabis plant work together in perfect harmony.
However, it’s not just seizures that CBD may help with. The compound has shown promise for many different conditions, including pain, inflammation, anxiety, autism, arthritis, insomnia, menstrual cramps, and much more. Just like the White CBG, Emerald Bay Extracts’ Valentine X tablets come in 30 or 60-count jars and are perforated for easy dosing.
The Emerald Bay Extracts difference
Emerald Bay Extracts is a patient-first, wellness-centric company. The founders wanted to ensure that their passion for people and the plant was upheld as the brand developed.
With that in mind, the brand is serious about its commitment to getting Emerald Bay products to patients in need. McFarlin noted the company’s Compassion Program has given more than half a million doses of high-quality cannabis medicine to pediatric cancer patients at no cost, helping them consume RSO when they need it most.
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Emerald Bay Extracts also goes above and beyond to guarantee every single SKU is up to their strict standards. Every product is triple-tested for potency and purity. First, the flower is tested by the cultivator; then it goes into an R&D testing phase, and then a final product testing phase.
“That way, we can ensure the cannabinoids, the flavonoids, the fats, the acids, the terpenes are all there,” McFarlin explained.
Additionally, the brand’s customer service team is always ready to field questions. If anyone ever has questions about different strains or concerns with their order, the brand is standing by.
For McFarlin and the rest of the Emerald Bay Extracts team, the ability to provide clean plant medicine to people across the country provides a humbling feeling that cannot be topped.
“There’s no coincidence that patients are finding relief using cannabis. Our body has an endocannabinoid system for a reason,” he concluded.
