CBD is the abbreviation for cannabidiol. This is a scientific name for a substance found in the CBD plant. CBD is one of the 104 substances from the CBD plant. Cannabinoids like CBD are formed in the leaves and flowers of the CBD plant.
Another well-known cannabinoid is tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. CBD and THC are often mixed up, yet this is completely unjustified. Both substances have different properties. CBD is not psychoactive, so getting high from CBD is impossible. This is in contrast to THC, which is often used recreationally.
For several years now, many different products have been produced in which CBD is a prominent ingredient. CBD oil is by far the most popular form because taking these CBD drops allows you to dose precisely. Another important benefit of the oil is that the CBD is quickly absorbed into your bloodstream because it is absorbed through the mucous membranes under the tongue.
The production of CBD oil?
CBD oil consists of CBD paste which in most cases is diluted with hemp seed or olive oil. Most CBD oil is produced by means of CO2 extraction, so the different cannabinoids in the oil are preserved. This means that an oil produced by means of CO2 extraction not only contains CBD, but more cannabinoids. The other cannabinoids and the CBD together can reinforce each other and when this is the case we speak of the so-called “entourage effect”. CBD oils produced by CO2 extraction are often referred to as RAW varieties.
Another extraction method by which CBD can be produced is by oil extraction. With this extraction method only the tops of the hemp plant are used. The final extraction is done by heating, which causes all other cannabinoids to be lost. This therefore means that only CBD is present as a cannabinoid in this oil. The CBD oils produced by oil extraction are usually referred to as CBD oil Pure. The taste of the CBD oil pure is somewhat nutty, unlike the RAW variants, whose taste is often experienced as bitter.
Every human body also makes its own cannabinoids in the endocannabinoid system. This system has been known for over thirty years and is of significant importance for various important processes in our body. These include pain perception, a stable night’s sleep, our state of mind, etc.
How do I know which CBD oil is of good quality?
There are a huge number of different brands of CBD oil on the market. All our CBD products have a ‘batch number’. This can be found on the bottom or side of the box or bottle of the product. Every time a batch of oil is made, a sample of it will be sent to the laboratory for analysis. Here it is checked whether the cannabinoids are actually present and in what quantity. The results are finally recorded in an analysis report. We have reports of all products that are accessible to everyone. You can also request the analysis reports from us at any time. Find out who’s got the best cbd by reading this article.
How do you use CBD?
There are different types of CBD products, each of which has a different intake method.
Oral intake
The most popular product, CBD oil, usually comes in a pipette bottle that allows the oil to be easily dripped under the tongue. Ingestion under the tongue ensures rapid absorption of the active substances through the mucous membranes under the tongue. The oil can also be diluted with water or fruit juice or dripped over food. Especially with children or pets this last method is a good one.
The CBD paste and crystals can also be applied under the tongue and be absorbed by the mucous membranes under the tongue. In addition, the paste and crystals can be mixed with a vegetable oil and then taken in the same way as the usual CBD oil. CBD paste and crystals usually contain a high percentage of CBD.
CBD oil has a bitter, natural taste that some people can’t get used to. In that case, the flavorless capsules are a good alternative. The CBD capsules are filled with the same oil as the oil from the bottles, however, the capsules disintegrate in the stomach and therefore the CBD in this case is absorbed through the stomach and intestines. In this case, it takes a little longer for the CBD to be absorbed into your body, however, the CBD will be present in the body longer with this intake form.
When CBD is taken orally, the active ingredients will be active after 30 minutes and remain present in the body for about 6-8 hours.