Delta 8 is a well-known psychoactive component in cannabis. It is similar but less potent than Delta 9. Delta 8  also has euphoric effects. An isomer of Delta 9 THC is Delta 8.A cannabinoid generated from cannabis is called delta 8. It is one of many substances that are specific to the plant (there are currently over a hundred cannabinoids). Delta  8 is a naturally existing molecule, a cannabinoid. Delta 8 is known to cause less anxiety and paranoia than THC does. 

According to the FDA, Yes. Here is what they wrote on their website, “Delta-8 THC has psychoactive and intoxicating effects, similar to delta-9 THC (i.e., the component responsible for the “high” people may experience from using cannabis). The FDA is aware of media reports of delta-8 THC products getting consumers “high.”  

Delta 8 breaks down into the same metabolites that the illegal cannabis does. Current drug test, test for these metabolites. If you have these metabolites in your urine it will show as positive. The quick answer is yes, Delta 8 can cause you to fail a drug test. 

There is no direct researched evidence but many individuals including current customers found that delta 8 helps them sleep at night.  One customer wrote that she is finally able to sleep and she had the best night of sleep in a while after using delta 8. A lot of people sleep better becuase of the pain relief that delta 8 provides. According to the National Cancer Institute, Delta-8 uniquely binds twice with cannabinoid receptors in the nervous system that play a role in sleep by calming down processes like breath, heart rate, and mental activity. So, it may be able to regulate your sleep cycle and help you experience a sense of calm that promotes rest.