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Cannabidiol sourced from the flowers and leaves of Hemp plants also known as Cannabis Sativa L.

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Is CBD Non-Psychoactive?

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Is CBD Non-Psychoactive
Is CBD Non-Psychoactive?

When people talk about Cannabidiol, you have probably heard it said that ‘CBD is non-psychoactive’. After all, it does not give you any intoxicating effects. While the majority of people would agree with this view, not everyone does. You see, there are people, well respected in the Cannabis industry, who point out a different opinion. In some respects, you could say that CBD is psychoactive. Obviously, this contradiction causes confusion with new and existing customers. Is CBD non-psychoactive? This article will cover both sides of the debate.

CBD Oil – Psychoactive or Non-Psychoactive?

A high-quality CBD oil like our own 5% Hemp Drops tincture, contains approximately 0.03% of THC. This is a trace amount of Tetrahydrocannabinol that is not large enough to cause any adverse effects. We are confident in saying our product is non-psychoactive. It will not impair our customers or leave them feeling intoxicated. They will still be able to function normally after taking CBD oil. This is because there is no ‘high’ normally associated with Marijuana and the psychoactive compound THC.

Does CBD Affect the Mind?

However, you could stress that CBD is psychoactive in some respects. For example, the definition of psychoactive is: “drugs that affect your mind” (English). If you are taking CBD for depression and anxiety issues, the extract does indeed have an effect on the mind, albeit a positive rather than a negative one. Of course, CBD manufacturers could not market their products as psychoactive, this would cause even more problems than it would solve.

CBD Oil Is Non-Intoxicating

So who is right? Well, both sides of this argument could argue their point and claim to be in the right. The vast majority of people seem to understand. They have no issue with what ‘non-psychoactive’ means. The term explains that CBD will not get you ‘high’. It goes without saying that people who use Cannabidiol come from all ages and walks of life. The most important point is they receive the information required. This helps them to find what they are looking for.

So, is CBD non-psychoactive or psychoactive? Well, technically in some respects, it is psychoactive, in a positive rather than negative sense. That said, CBD manufacturers do not want to confuse their customers for the sake of addressing a minor technicality. Many observers believe this argument is simply ‘splitting hairs’. The debate on this particular topic will continue throughout the Cannabis industry. At least, after reading this article, you have looked at all the facts. Therefore, you will be sufficiently informed to form your own opinion.

CBD, Hemp

The Difference Between CBD and Hemp Oil

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CBD Hemp Oil
CBD Hemp Oil

There is a lot of confusion surrounding many CBD products. In particular, not everyone is aware of the difference between CBD and Hemp oil. In general, most people can correctly identify Cannabidiol. However, if you pose the same question with Hemp oil you would receive a range of different answers.

CBD vs Hemp Oil

There are those who consider ‘Hemp oil’ to be CBD while others see it as Hemp seed oil. In effect, some CBD and Hemp seed oil products are sharing the term ‘Hemp oil’. Both Cannabidiol and Hemp seed oil come from the same plant (Cannabis Sativa). However, CBD comes from the flower, leaves and stalk and stem. Hemp seed oil, on the other hand, comes from cold pressing the seeds of the Hemp plant.

CBD Advertising Restrictions

Because Cannabidiol is a relatively new product, some advertising platforms and payment processors prohibit the use of the word ‘CBD’. This forces manufacturers of CBD to advertise and sell their products in a different way. Instead of ‘CBD’ on the box or bottle label, you may find ‘Hemp Drops’. To confuse matters further, CBD uses several different carrier/base oils. These include Olive oil, MCT oil and Hemp seed oil. This means you could have a 5% CBD extract mixed with a Hemp seed oil base. This would be a legitimate 5% CBD oil tincture.

How to Identify CBD Oil

Luckily, we have several ways to correctly identify the product. Always check the strength percentage on the label. A bottle of CBD oil will have the term ‘5% CBD extract’ or ‘5% Hemp extract’ or a similar description emblazoned on the front of the packaging. In contrast, Hemp seed oil will not have this on the label as it only contains trace amounts of Cannabidiol. If in doubt, always check the ingredients of the product before purchase. The nutritional information should quite clearly state what the product is and exactly what the ingredients are.

Check and Compare CBD Pricing

Another tip to remember concerns pricing. A genuine 10ml bottle of CBD oil will probably cost around the £30 mark. In contrast, compare that with a 250ml bottle of Hemp seed oil that usually sells for approx £7. Obviously, CBD oil is the more expensive of the 2 products. This is one way to avoid slipping up when you buy Cannabidiol.

We hope that after reading this article we have managed to clear up some of the confusion regarding CBD, Cannabidiol and Hemp related products. Going forward, you should now be aware of the difference between CBD and Hemp oil.