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The Healing Power of CBD

What Is CBD Hemp Oil?

In 1997, a hemp rope dating back to 26,900 BC was found in Czechoslovakia, making it the oldest known object associated with marijuana.  Since that time, hemp has played an important role in humanity’s development.  For thousands of years, marijuana was not only legal, but an important crop among cultures throughout history, and held commercial, medicinal, and spiritual value. You may be wondering what is  CBD Hemp Oil?.

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a naturally occurring cannabidiol essential of Cannabis.  It was discovered in 1940 but the medical properties of the cannabidiol had not been explored yet. However, our understanding of THC dramatically improved once Israeli scientist Rafael Mechoulam synthesized this molecule in 1965.

In the last few years, CBD oil goods became so insanely popular that analytics predict, hemp oil sales will reach $2 billion by 2022.

What About CBD Hemp Oil?

What’s the real story here?

How does CBD oil benefit you?

Is it legal?

Hang tight and let me take you on the tour. We’ll discuss everything you need to know about hemp oils, from history, it’s benefits to side effects. You will discover the wonderful power of this ancient plant and how it helps people battle diseases. Watch the video below to find out more about this incredible plant.

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CBD can be taken into the body in multiple ways, including inhalation of cannabis smoke or vapor, as an aerosol spray taken by mouth and oils. It may be supplied as an oil containing only CBD as the active ingredient, with no traces of THC. Aside from extract oils, CBD can be consumed by capsules, dried cannabis or as a prescription liquid solution.

CBD Oil Benefits And Why Should You Use It

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What Is The Difference between CBD and THC?

Cannabis basically contains two well-known compounds: delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Marijuana contains both THC and CBD and it’s important to know how different these compounds are, and in their effects.

THC is the main psychoactive component of the cannabis plant. THC is responsible for the elated, “high” state of a person, associated with recreational use of cannabis. The effects of THC on the human body can include relaxation, fatigue, hunger or an altered state of mind. When the effects of THC take place, the increased blood flow to the brain interferes with the decision-making process, your attention span and could impact a person’s ability to operate a vehicle.

CBD is drastically different. Unlike THC, CBD is not psychoactive. This means that CBD does not change a person’s state of mind when they use it. CBD products that don’t contain THC are outside the scope of the Controlled Substances Act, which means CBD products are legal to sell and consume as long as the ingredients do not include THC.

CBD does appear to produce significant changes in the body, and some research suggests that it has medical benefits. CBD is currently used to treat symptoms of anxiety and certain cases of inflammation. It has also been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of other conditions like epilepsy. These studies, though still in early stages, imply that CBD could be used to treat nausea, multiple sclerosis, and numerous inflammatory diseases, as well as prohibit the growth of certain forms of cancer, may provide relief in glaucoma and help with sleep disorders.

I came across a TV show, aired originally on Viceland in 2016, called Weediquette. A documentary series that follows the host and Vice correspondent, Krishna Andavolu as he chronicles the science, culture, and economics of the legalization of marijuana. Krishna explores the impact of marijuana legalization – for both recreational and medicinal purposes – in the United States and beyond.

The reason this show resonated with me was that of the episodes about real families & individuals who use medicinal marijuana. Some take it for themselves to treat their serious illnesses, like veterans with PTSD or people living with epilepsy. Others are parents who made the decision to treat their kids’ life-threatening cancer with CBD & THC oils.

Here are some places to watch Weediquette :

Hulu

Amazon Prime

Viceland

Is CBD oil Legal?

In the United States, federal and state laws regarding the medical use of cannabis and cannabinoids are confusing. Currently, cannabis is legal for medical purposes in 50% of the states, and another seventeen states allow products that are high in Cannabidiol (CBD) and low in THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) for medical use. Many of these products are sold in dispensaries or over the internet. However, none of these products has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Learn More…

There is one very critical aspect that is a crucial determination across all states, and that is whether the CBD is derived from hemp or marijuana. While marijuana can contain up to 30% THC, hemp contains no more than 0.3% THC. In other words, marijuana can get you high, while hemp has such a low amount of THC, the psychoactive effects would be impossible.

Because hemp has no psychoactive effects, the law has no problem with it. Hemp products are completely legal and available in stores across the United States. Marijuana is a different story. And this is why the source of a CBD product is crucial to its legality.

The Legality of Hemp-Derived CBD

CBD sourced from hemp has no psychoactive effects, the purchase, sales, or possession of hemp CBD products are completely legal in all 50 States.

The Legality of Marijuana-Derived CBD

Marijuana-derived CBD products, on the other hand, don’t enjoy the same luxuries. Marijuana-derived CBD products, even in it’s isolated from, is considered as a byproduct of marijuana and is judged accordingly. In some states, marijuana-derived CBD is completely legal, while in others, it’s completely illegal. In most states, its a bit of a mixed bag, each state having CBD-specific laws. Click Here to learn more.

Legal for Recreational Use:

Alaska, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

 Legal for Medicinal Use:

Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming, Alaska, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

The other 29 states that fully legalize the Medical use of all CBD products derived from either hemp or Marijuana are: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington and West Virginia. The territories of Guam and Puerto Rico also allow the use of CBD products on medical grounds.

States Where CBD is Illegal:

Idaho, Kansas, Nebraska and South Dakota.

The bottom line is if you are using CBD products derived from hemp you are completely OK, regarding the legality. On another hand, if you are using CBD products that come from marijuana plants, laws are very different on the state level. Each state has their own CBD Laws. You can check this resource for specific information.

CBD and Drug Test

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Most drug tests are looking for the presence of THC in your system. CBD oil that’s extracted from industrial hemp by law requires to have no more than 0.3% THC by volume – far less is possible to be detectable on drug screenings.

If you purchase quality, reputable CBD oil that has been extracted from a viable industrial hemp supply with less than 0.3% THC content, the chances are that you won’t fail a drug test. Make sure your selected CBD oil is coming from a reliable, trustworthy manufacturer with a quality hemp supply. To learn more click here.

 The Health Benefits of CBD Oil

                                                   

Check out these user reviews, ratings and testimonials here

Side Effects Of CBD Oil

We don’t really understand the downsides of CBD products, specifically long-term effects. The World Health Organization stated in the report Expert Committee on Drug Dependence Geneva, 6-10 November 2017: ‘While the number of studies is limited, the evidence from well-controlled human experimental research indicates that CBD is not associated with abuse potential. Across a number of controlled and open-label trials, CBD of the potential therapeutic effects of CBD it is generally well tolerated, with a good safety profile.’

Reported side effects are very minor, but each and every one of us is different. Something that is good for me isn’t good for you. That’s why it’s extremely important to consult with medical professionals and start with small dosages. As far as minor side effects of CBD (without THC), here is the list that I researched online:

• Dry Mouth
• Lightheartedness or Dizziness
• Lower Blood Pressure
• Nausea
• Sleepiness or drowsiness
• Increased Tremors in Parkinson’s Disease
• Headaches
• Diarrhea
• Changes in appetite

To learn about an Update on Safety and Side Effects of Cannabidiol, follow the link!

Despite the fact that CBD is typically considered safe, it may also interfere with certain prescribed medications. It would be a good idea to consult with your doctor before consuming CBD because of potentially harmful interactions with medications.

 

Choosing the Best Hemp CBD Oil

With hundreds of CBD oils on the market, it can become very difficult to pick the best product, so the question is: How to do this? 

What should you look for when choosing CBD oil?

First, look for products with clear labels showing the quantity and ratio of CBD and THC per dose, a manufacturing date, and a batch number (for quality control).

Next, select products with quality ingredients: No corn syrup, trans fats, GMO’s, artificial additives, thinning agents or preservatives.

CBD products should be lab tested for consistency and verified as being free of mold, bacteria, pesticides, solvent residues, and other contaminants. Best to avoid products extracted with toxic solvents like BHO, propane, hexane or other hydrocarbons. Opt for products that utilize safer extraction methods such as supercritical CO2 or food-grade ethanol. To learn more click here.

If you’re just getting started with hemp oils it can be challenging to be able to choose between brands, product types, infusion methods, strengths, and online retailers. CBD products come in many forms.

• Inhalation
• Capsules
• Tinctures/Liquids
• Topical/Balms and creams
• Edibles

Depending on what you’d like to achieve, choosing the right CBD delivery method matters. For example, if you’re looking to ease arthritis pain and muscle stiffness, you should probably choose topical applications.

Let’s explore these options in more detail.

Inhalation

CBD can also be inhaled by vaporizing. A vaporizer heats CBD oil just enough to release its active compounds, avoiding the harmful byproducts that are created with combustion. During vaporization, CBD enters your lungs and diffuses directly into your bloodstream. Because it doesn’t have to make its way through the digestive system or liver, the CBD enters your circulation faster. Also, less CBD is lost during vaporizing compared to the ingestion method. Vaporizing CBD is typically a consumption option recommended for adults.

CBD oil products designed for vaporization include CBD e-liquid, which contains CBD oil infused with vegetable glycerin (VG), or high-CBD concentrate. Vaporizers range in size from a tabletop, plug-in powered units to small, battery-powered portable pens.

Personally, I wouldn’t suggest using this method. While vapor pens are more popular than ever, the long-term implications of inhaling hot oils are still yet to be determined. Many of them also contain added thinning agents, like propylene glycol (PG) and polyethylene glycol.

Capsules

Most people prefer capsules over other delivery methods for a number of reasons. It’s easier to measure the right dosage when you’re taking CBD capsules, people find it more convenient for that reason. For those who take other multivitamins on a daily basis, CBD capsules can allow someone to avoid the unpleasant grassy taste of CBD oils.

Tinctures/Liquids

Tinctures are liquid cannabis extractions that are applied under the tongue. Soaked in either alcohol or vegetable glycerin, cannabis tinctures can provide rapid effects unlike edibles or other oils. Tinctures are produced by steeping cannabis flowers or isolates in high-proof grain alcohol, then applying low heat for a significant span of time. This allows the active compounds in cannabis to infuse in the liquid. The result is a potent liquid that delivers the effects of the cannabinoid molecules without any smoking or other forms of combustion. To learn more about CBD tinctures and dosage please click here.

Topical/Balms

CBD topicals are cannabis-infused balms, salves, lotions and oils that you message directly onto your skin.

CBD topicals are infused with hemp oil rich in CBD (cannabidiol), a natural, non-psychoactive compound extracted from the seeds, stalks, and flowers of cannabis plants. These active compounds of the CBD oil are absorbed through your skin, where they can interact with nearby receptors without ever reaching the bloodstream.  The direct application allows the topical to focus on where it’s needed most, instead of waiting for the cannabinoids to take effect in your body. To learn more about topical application and dosage click here.

Edibles

There is a wide range of edibles to choose from including candy, baked goods, beverage and much more. Cookies and brownies are very popular in the industry, but gummies or chocolate bars are already becoming popular. There are a lot of people who already like to take gummy vitamins or supplements. Plus who doesn’t enjoy chocolate? CBD gummies are available in a variety of flavors and take the guesswork out of dosing. The upside of consuming edibles’ is that their effects tend to last longer.

How to Choose Your CBD Dosage?

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After you determine which delivery method suits you, it is time to choose a concentration. Most manufacturers produce 250 mg. to 1000 mg. versions. If you are a newbie, my suggestion to you would be to start with a low dose. As you become more experienced with the effects on your body, move to more potent dosages, as it may take several hours or longer to begin to feel the effects after consumption. It always a good idea, as I mentioned in every blog, to consult with your physician prior to consuming any CBD products.

Most medications administered to people are done by body weight. When you go to the doctor’s office, the first thing they do is make you get on a scale. The same logical sense applies to hemp oils.

                                  *Please note that this graph should not be taken as medical advice.

Full Spectrum or Isolate?

Next thing on our agenda is to figure out the difference between CBD Isolate and the Full Spectrum. I don’t want you to feel overwhelmed with this, so I’ll try to explain this the easy way.

Full Spectrum means that the product contains all other cannabinoids found in the marijuana plant, not only CBD. It may also contain THC but in very low concentration(up to 0.3%)

Isolate simply means that the product contains only CBD extracted from the plant and isolated from other components.

So now you are going to ask: Which one is more effective? Here is the deal, there are not enough studies done to answer this question with absolute certainty but according to some researchers, Full Spectrum CBD is more effective than CBD Isolate in some cases. But this does not discredit the efficiency of CBD Isolate.

Can You Overdose On CBD?

Cannabidiol is known to be non-toxic and no lethal overdose ever been reported, however, is it possible to take too much CBD? Absolutely.  For some people taking too much CBD may result in drowsiness and sleepiness, possibly upset stomach and diarrhea. But overall, the evidence shows that CBD is very safe even in high doses of 1500 mg.

Good idea to “start low and go slow” and also consult with a medical professional before deciding on the dosage.

CBD and Drug Interactions

CBD can interact with your drugs. One of these risks is the inhibition of the cytochrome P450 enzyme system.

Found within the liver, the cytochrome P450 enzyme system is responsible for metabolizing potentially toxic compounds, including over 60% percent of any drugs you have consumed. According to Davis’s Drug Guide, this system contains more than 50 enzymes that process and eliminate toxins.

Drugs that Interact with Cannabidiol

Any drug metabolized by CYP450 enzymes could potentially interact with cannabidiol. According to the Indiana University Department of Medicine, drugs known to use the CYP450 system include:

• Steroids
• HMG CoA reductase inhibitors
• Calcium channel blockers
• Antihistamines
• Prokinetics
• HIV antivirals
• Immune modulators
• Benzodiazepines
• Antiarrhythmics
• Antibiotics
• Anesthetics
• Antipsychotics
• Antidepressants
• Anti-epileptics
• Beta-blockers
• PPIs
• NSAIDs
• Angiotensin II blockers
• Oral hypoglycemic agents
• Sulfonylureas

This list does not include all of the potential medications impacted by cannabidiol. Nor will every medication in the categories contained on this list will cause an interaction. For these reasons, you should consult with a medical professional before supplementing with CBD. To learn more about drug interaction with CBD, Click Here.

CBD Oils and Me

Everybody has occasional sleepless nights, but lately, I started to experience this sleeplessness more often. I could not fall asleep no matter what I tried. Sometimes for hours, I lie in bed, but the wheels keep spinning. We all know how it feels to reflect on the day, reflect on the future and even on things that haven’t even happened yet. I can’t snap out of it! It’s very frustrating and the worst thing is, you feel helpless.

Why can’t I sleep? What is wrong with me? Anxiety inevitably builds up and I couldn’t decide what to do. Should I continue with this struggle or should I get up and try to read a book or watch TV? This is a nightmare!

I tried to walk before going to bed, avoided taking caffeine after 6:00 pm and even tried some over-the-counter sleep aids. Nothing helped! People with the same symptoms will understand how infuriating this is. It was this reason that led me to look into hemp oils and I found some very interesting facts, but the most important discovery was CBD can help with insomnia!

Well, guess what, I decided to give it a try. I bought a tincture online and started with a very low dose of 40 mg. twice a day. That did not do the trick. So after two days, I increased the dosage to 60 mg. twice a day. I finally noticed the changes! That night I fell asleep within 15 min or so. I can’t remember the last time that happened to me.

You can’t even imagine my excitement. I was so happy that I found the solution to my problem and then I felt a need to write about it in my blog. First I wanted to write an article about insomnia and the effects of CBD but then I thought that CBD is much more than just a natural sleep aid, so I decided to research deeper. I’m glad I did because I learned so much about this subject and I’m very excited to share all this with my readers.

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Final Thoughts

I’m not going to pretend to offer reviews on dozens of CBD oils and I don’t plan to purchase multiple types of CBD products. But I spent over 100 hours researching companies and their products and came up with a few best organic CBD oils available online today. Their products are top quality and use only organic ingredients. All products are lab-tested and the hemp is sourced from locations in the United States.

Here is one great company I learned about is called Joy Organics. They are family own and operated, all products are organically grown, processed and manufactured in the USA. This manufacturer produces the world’s premier organically grown, full spectrum line of CBD products and they offer great perks like free shipping.

Endoca is another trustworthy company dedicated to producing 100% organic products with 100% clean technology. Also a small family run company, who takes pride in quality, transparency and excellent customer service.

These are some of the reasons that helped me feel secure purchasing a CDB product for the first time, like the one from Endoca and Joy Organics.

I strongly suggest you check them out.

Check out reviews and testimonials from people who bought from Endoca.

 

If any of the topics I covered today motivates you to look into the subject further, I encourage my readers to give it a try as well! Because the uses of CBD products are so vast, it doesn’t matter what ailment you’re dealing with, the possible benefits are worth it!

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What am I missing here? Let me know in the comments below and I’ll add it in!

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