What is CBD oil and where does it come from?

CBD stands for cannabidiol, and It comes from the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa. The hemp plant has more than 100 different cannabinoids in its flowers, buds, stems, and leaves, and cannabidiol is one of them. These cannabinoids interact with certain neurotransmitters in the brain and throughout the body. The human body possesses a system called the endocannabinoid system, or ECS. Natural endocannabinoids are produced and travel down throughout this system. The endocannabinoids are neurotransmitters, which are a type of chemical “key,” where the ECS possesses the locks that the endocannabinoids bind to, triggering numerous natural processes. The ECS system controls things like appetite, sleepiness, the way a person registers pain, and more.

What does CBD oil do?

While CBD oil won’t get a person high, it is still a psychoactive substance. Psychoactive substances change a person’s mental state, impacting how the brain and the central nervous systems operate. Examples are CBD oil, caffeine, and even chocolate. It is not the same as an intoxicant, which will create a diminished state of mind, and impair a person’s physical abilities. CBD oils are a new product to hit the market, and there aren’t many in-depth, long term studies on their effects yet. However, the clinical trials that have been conducted have found that CBD oils interact with the endocannabinoid system in the body, and can diminish the symptoms of specific debilitating health issues, such as chronic pain, migraine headaches, and epilepsy. The FDA recently approved a medical marijuana drug for childhood epilepsy. As the industry for CBD oils and medical marijuana products grows, more studies will be produced and will highlight the risks and benefits of CBD oils in more detail and with higher levels of concrete, scientific evidence.

CBD that is extracted from hemp and contains less than 0.3% THC is legal at the federal level with the passage of the Farm Bill in late 2018. Each state also has its own law regarding the legality of CBD and therefore the legality of CBD products can vary from state to state.

How does someone use CBD oil?

CBD oil can be taken in many different ways. The most popular method is using oil as a sublingual tincture. User will get a dose of CBD oil with a dropper, and place and hold the treatment under the tongue for a set time, usually a minute to a minute and a half. The blood vessels and capillaries under the tongue are very thin, and can quickly absorb the cannabinoid molecules for a fast effect. Another quick and effective way to take CBD oil is with a vaporizer. The oil is placed into the cartridge, along with a particular flavor for taste, and then heated and inhaled. This is one of the fastest ways to medicate with CBD, since the cannabinoids get to bypass the digestive system and the liver, and can get straight into the bloodstream. It is also a discreet way since the vapor is smokeless. CBD oils also come in sprays or inhalants. CBD oil can also be taken as a gummy or flavored candy. Manufacturers are also creating CBD treats and chews for cats and dogs to get the analgesic effects of CBD. It is also possible to purchase CBD oil in capsule form, or as a syrup, wax, or concentrate. Consumers can also purchase nano CBD oil, where the cannabinoid molecules are shrunk. Nano CBD molecules can quickly pass through the skin barrier, making it easy to medicate with CBD oil in a cream form, or as a medicated bath bomb.

Does CBD oil get you high?

Most people do not realize that there are many different types of cannabis plants. These plants can come in either the indica or sativa varieties. There are marijuana cannabis plants, and hemp cannabis plants, that can come in either the indica or sativa varieties. The component in the marijuana plant that gets someone high is called THC. THC is a cannabinoid that interacts with the body’s natural endocannabinoid system. Preliminary studies have found that THC does have some health benefits, which is why people with chronic pain can benefit from CBD oils infused with THC. However, THC in CBD oil will not get a person high. Each cannabis plant, no matter if it is hemp, marijuana, sativa, or indica, will have its own unique makeup of cannabinoids. Some plants will possess higher quantities of cannabidiol than others, while some can have very high THC content. Hemp has little to no THC content at all. Hemp is used in most industrial processes, to make things like cloth or rope. Hemp plants are also used to make CBD oils. HUGS CBD products are made with hemp plants. Because of the origin of cannabis that is used to make CBD oils, CBD oil will not get a person high because it does possess large enough levels of THC to produce that effect.

How long does it take for CBD oil to work?

It depends on how someone administers the oil. Sublingual and vaporized CBD oil can produce almost immediate effects, while CBD oil absorbed through the skin, or taken as a capsule can take up to an hour to deliver results. CBD edibles can take as long as one to two hours to take effect.

What is the difference between hemp and marijuana?

Hemp and marijuana are different species of Cannabis sativa and bred for different purposes. Industrial hemp is exclusively produced by Cannabis sativa, while marijuana can be derived from Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica. Both hemp and marijuana contain CBD, but there’s a much higher percentage in hemp. Hemp also has much lower levels of THC (less than 0.3%) than the marijuana species. Industrial hemp is grown to be durable, have very long stalks and as few flowering buds as possible—this can make it easier to extract the high amounts of CBD and smaller amounts of THC. Hemp’s chemical profile means that you can’t get “high” from it, and it is used to create medicinal remedies, food and oil, as well as other products, including rope, bricks, natural polymers, fiber, clothes and many more. Marijuana strains of cannabis are typically smaller, flimsier and have many flowering buds with the sole purpose of maximizing the concentration of THC. Marijuana is used recreationally and medicinally only.

Is CBD the only cannabinoid in the hemp plant?

No. CBD is one of many cannabinoids within the hemp plant, but it’s currently the most popular one being researched for potential wellness benefits.

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