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CBD Oil Guide- Benefits, Dosage, Side Effects, & More

 

 

I know you're here to read about CBD Oil, but let's start from the top, i,e. Cannabis.

There is a shift in the attitude of people when someone mentions Cannabis. Some people, especially those with a medical condition, swear by it, some despise it, the government regulators are flustered by it, and the world just can't seem to get enough of it.

The recent relaxation and legalization of cannabis have invited a bunch of people into the plant culture. Previously associated with getting "high" or "baked", the other side of the picture is getting clearer now with an influx of people getting acquainted with its medicinal benefits and the earthly wonders.

While there are many different ways of consuming it, today we specifically talk about CBD oil and give you a handy guide on its consumption, benefits, and much more. And before you deep dive into the CBD world, make sure you have the correct information in hand as misinformation and dubious claims are very common.

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What is CBD?

CBD, also known as cannabinoid, is a naturally occurring active compound that is found alongside more than 100 active cannabinoids in the plant. It is a non-psychoactive compound found in the resinous flower of cannabis, a plant with a rich history of medicine. Scientists and researchers around the world are exploring and confirming the medicinal benefits of the plant, leading to an upsurge in their usage and popularity.

The other famous component known as THC is what gives the intoxicating effect. However, both CBD and THC have robust therapeutic remedies which have helped millions all over the world. CBD reduces or neutralizes the psychoactive effect of THC, making it an ideal choice for people who want to tap on the medicinal benefit without the associated high.

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Where does CBD help?

We are now discussing CBD oil and its benefits.
CBD and its medicinal benefits opened a lot of doors for those who have been tired of their condition or with the pharmaceutical medicine which comes with their baggage of side effects.

CBD has shown exceptional results in treating psychological conditions like anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and much more.

Recent studies have also shown that CBD has neuroprotective effects and researchers are investigating its anti-cancer properties. It has also been reported that CBD stimulates neurogenesis, the growth of new brain cells, in adult mammals.

And that's not it, Medical Benefits of CBD oil are prevalent in the following areas:-

• Autoimmune diseases

• Metabolic syndrome like diabetes, obesity, etc.

• Neurological conditions like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Epilepsy, Dementia, etc.

• Skin diseases like psoriasis, acne, etc.

• Neuropsychiatric illnesses like ADHD, autism, etc

• Gut disorders and Cardiovascular dysfunction

This is not an exhaustive list, as some new and mind-blowing benefits pop up after every research, leaving us all in awe of the healing power of mother earth. Moving on from the effect of CBD oil, let’s take a look at its working.

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How does CBD Work?

After understanding what is CBD oil, let's start with the very basic understanding of our body to comprehend the effects of CBD and THC.
We have an "endocannabinoid system" in our body which is responsible for regulating a broad range of physiological processes that affect our everyday experiences like our energy level, our metabolism, mood, blood pressure, pain, hunger, stress, and more.

And what happens when the system does not work properly? It leads to new conditions or diseases.

The endocannabinoid system is named so as it is similar to the compounds found in the cannabis plant. THC and CBD interact with our body by affecting the endocannabinoid system when it malfunctions, leading to a reduction or a stop in the disease.
Of course, there are some possible side-effects of CBD oil which we discuss in detail later.

For now, let’s start with CBD oil.

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Where is CBD Oil Found & Where Can I buy CBD Oil?

Now that you know quite well enough what CBD is, let's move onto see how the oil is extracted from the plants.

The CBD and other cannabinoids are found in the oily resin of the plant. The gooey, sticky resin is usually collected on the dense clusters of cannabis buds, which are concealed by small, mushroom-shaped trichomes. Trichomes are the place where the oil and medicinal compounds including CBD, Terpenes, and THC are collected. These oily trichomes are produced by the plant as it protects it from heat and radiation while also deterring predators, pests, and bugs.

The amount of CBD present in these plants varies from strain to strain. Many strains are rich in THC while the others have a high CBD content. There are various headshops where you can find oral oils.

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How is CBD Oil Made & How Do you Use CBD oil?

CBD oil has to be extracted from the plant material to ensure that the CBD and Terpenes are available in highly concentrated form. Being oily by nature, the separation of CBD oil from cannabinoids leads to a thick oil. However, its potency and purity are dependent on the extraction method.

Cannabinoid compounds are "terpenophenolic” compounds which means that they are soluble in both oil and alcohol. For this reason, a solvent is used in the process of extracting CBD oil. We usually get this question a lot asking us what’re the most common types of CBD extraction methods?

There are three most popular ways to extract CBD Oil which includes using a solvent such as alcohol to separate the molecules and cannabinoids from the cannabis and hemp flowers. The solvents used for this process are CO2, Ethanol, and Hydrocarbon. These methods are used commercially and cannot be done at home.

Other methods include using food-safe oil to extract useful material from the cannabis plant. This involves the use of coconut oil, olive oils, and the likes such as they are lipophilic, meaning they are absorbed well by fat. This can be done at home and we have shared an easy DIY recipe for CBD oil below.

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DIY CBD Oil Recipe with Olive Oil

Making CBD oil with olive oil is one of the safest and most preferred methods as it does not leave any residue behind. Moreover, it also gives you the additional benefit of the base oil.
For the record, you can use any oil that is safe for consumption. However, my personal favourite choice is Olive oil because of its beneficial qualities.

Before we start with the process, make sure you buy a cannabis strain that has a good amount of CBD. If you're confused, consult your budtender, but don't make an uninformed choice.

Let's get started with the CBD oil Recipe!

Step 1: Decarboxylate your buds before you do anything else.
Step 2: Break your material into smaller pieces and put them in the mason jar.
Step 3: Fill the jar with the oil, depending on the potency that you're expecting. Allow the mixture to saturate for some time.
Step 4: The next step involves bringing the mixture to a boil. Take a pan and place the mason jar in it.
Step 5: Fill the pan with water and heat it until it reaches 200 degrees.
Step 6: You have to make the mixture simmer for 3 hours, ensuring the water does not exceed the prescribed temperature, nor evaporate completely.
Step 7: Once done, turn off the stove, and let the mixture sit for another three hours.
Step 8: Repeat the 6th Step and then let the mixture sit overnight.
Step 9: Sieve the mixture through a cheesecloth and store your extracted CBD oil in a cool dry place.

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The most popular forms of CBD Oil

• CBD Tinctures: They are liquid extracts that are consumed sublingually, which means they are dropped underneath the tongue and are absorbed by the tissues and enter the bloodstream. There are no CBD Tincture effects that may be different from the usual ones. If you’re looking for more information on cbd tincture dosing, side-effects, benefits, make, etc, check out the link shared below.

• CBD Capsules: These capsules are filled with oil and consumed like normal vitamins or supplements, containing gel caps filled with the oil.

• CBD Vape Oil: For those who don't like to consume CBD oil orally, they can be smoked. It refers to those pre-filled oil cartridges that are attached to the vape or can be used as a vape juice in e-cigarettes.

• CBD Rick Simpson Oil (RSO): This type of oil is referred to as an alcohol-based extract which can be injected or applied on the skin to reap from its benefits.

• Creams & Lotions: CBD infused topicals are used to treat chronic joints and muscle pain along with skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis. However, topicals stay on the surface of the skin and do not get absorbed in the bloodstream.

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Types of CBD Oil Extracts

Broadly, there are three types of CBD oil Extracts. Let's have a look at them:

• Full-spectrum CBD Oil Extract: This type of CBD Oil refers to the complete hemp plant extract along with other cannabinoids in hemp and marijuana, and a range of terpenes, vitamins, flavonoids, and minerals. 
  Researchers have found that the Full Spectrum CBD Oil Extract is more effective than CBD isolate as the general idea is that the cannabinoids, terpenes, and other compounds of the source plant can amplify each other’s effects. However, if you're not looking to consume the additional compounds of the plant, opt for CBD Isolate.
  There are no full-spectrum CBD Oil side-effects that differ from the general ones which includes anxiety, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, etc.

• CBD Isolate Extract: It is the opposite of Full Spectrum CBD Oil as the extract is 99% pure CBD only. There are no additional cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and it is completely free of THC. It does not have any smell or taste and can be consumed easily without the additional taste of the earth. CBD Isolate is preferred as pure CBD makes it easier to control the concentration and dosage effectively. As for CBD Isolate Dosing, there is no correct answer to this. You will have to experiment and find your sweet spot yourself. There are also many CBD Isolate Oil Recipes that you can try.

Broad Spectrum CBD: This type of CBD is similar to the Full spectrum CBD but goes through an additional step to remove the THC. It contains all the other plant compounds like terpenes, vitamins, flavonoids, and minerals, without any traces of THC. 

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Difference between Marijuana and Hemp oil

Let's understand the difference between the two oils in terms of their THC content to make things clearer.

Hemp is a cannabis plant extract which contains a high level of cannabinoids, the non-psychoactive compound with almost no trace of THC(below 0.3%). This means that you can enjoy the benefits of CBD without having to get "high" or feel intoxicated. It is essentially useful for people who need to administer CBD while working or being in public places, or people averse to feeling high. Hemp oil is also easily available in stores, headshops, and other places since they are not tied with the legalities in the USA. The hemp seed oil dosage is not very different from the Marijuana oil. Start with the lower dosage, moving on as your metabolizes and gets used to the effects.
Like any other cannabis extract, Hemp Seed oil has a list of benefits and side-effects.

On the other hand, Marijuana oil entails all the plant compounds along with CBD, including 5-30% of THC. Derived from selectively bred high-CBD strains, they can get the user high, although the intoxicating properties are kept in check as CBD counteracts THC’s effect. Moreover, Marijuana is not legal in most countries and can be used in only some states in the US.

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Dosing on Cannabis Oil - How much should I take?

The area where it is least known about CBD is dosing, so let's tread this path carefully.

It can be quite daunting to find the perfect dosage as optimizing therapeutic cannabis use can be a challenge, even for the doctors. Since Cannabis are available in many different forms with a wide range of potencies, and the government regulations are different everywhere, it leads to unstandardized use of cannabis. There are no one size fits all when it comes to cbd therapeutic doses. However, Dosing CBD oil isn’t rocket science and with enough care, you’ll get it right.

One of the most common misconceptions of dosing is that you have to consume high amounts to feel the effect. Here's where most people go wrong. Let’s see how to consume CBD oil.

CBD oil should be consumed, starting with micro-dosing. Contrary to popular beliefs, the therapeutic effects of CBD oil can be achieved at dosages lower than that required to produce Euphoria or impairment. In fact, lower doses, in some cases, can be more effective than larger doses.

The usual acceptance around dosing on CBD oil is to start small, and gradually adjust your intake according to your need. Your body is the best decision-maker, and you should put it in charge of the dosage.

Another thing that you have to keep in mind is that CBD affects everyone differently, mainly because of genetic predispositions, gender, biochemistry, tolerance, metabolism, etc.
So, a particular dose or brand may work for your friend, but the same dosage may titillate nothing in you. Similarly, the CBD content varies in different products. Read the label for more information or consult the person in charge before you make a purchasing decision.

Let's put out some caution rules that you should follow with CBD oil:

1. Each dosage usually contains 1 milligram per drop concentration but ensure that you read the labels closely as some products may vary in the per mg/concentration.

2. Vaping oil also helps to consume CBD, but the dosage here is tricky. It depends on the concentration of the liquid and how much you inhale.

3. Gummies also have a set standard dosage which is 5miligrams/gummy. But, make sure you ensure this before increasing or decreasing your dose.

4. When starting with CBD infused topical, use them sparingly, starting with absolute minimum and then acting according to the bodily reaction.

So all in all, you have to be your judge, and decide on the dosage yourself or consult a doctor who would help you through the process.

Now let's move on to the side effects of CBD oil.

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The Possible Side Effects of CBD Oil

Let’s come to the most crucial topic of the article - CBD Oil Side Effects.
CBD oil has different types of side effects which varies from person to person. For some, it may not even be felt even slightly, while for others, the severity may be quite high. This is the reason why dosing should be administered in small quantities so you can efficiently understand the side effects and manage them. However, contrary to popular misconceptions, there are no different or unique side-effects of cbd oil with THC. Similarly, CBD without THC does not have any unique side-effects.
Taking a look at the side effects of cannabidiol oil, it is not very different from the side-effects of consuming any other type of cannabis. And while we are on this topic, side effects of cbd capsules are also not different from the general ones.

The CBD oil side effects include:

• Anxiety

• Dizziness

• Vomiting

• Dry mouth

• Changes in appetite

• Drowsiness

• Nausea

• Changes in mood

• Diarrhoea

CBD may also lead to an increase in liver enzymes. If you have any liver-related disease, consult your doctor before using CBD oil.
Another set of people that should stay clear of CBD related products are pregnant women. CBD can pass through the barrier of the placenta and presents a risk to the baby's development and growth.
CBD can also interact with other medicines and may alter the effectiveness of the drug or lead to a toxic reaction. If you're on any other medication, mention this to your doctor before moving forward with CBD oil.

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Difference between CBD oil and Hemp Seed Oil 

Many people fail to understand the difference between CBD oil and Hemp Seed Oil and fall to the misrepresentation of information by brands. So let's break this down for you. 

CBD oil is extracted from the leaves, stalks, flowers, and other parts of the plant where cannabidiol (CBD) is found. On the other hand, the hemp seed oil is derived from hemp seeds where there is little or no CBD content. Even though both have health benefits, they are very different from each other. 

So how do you differentiate both of them while looking for CBD oils?

The easiest way is to refer to what the package says. If it does not mention "hemp seed oil", look for alternative words like “cannabis seed oil” or “cannabis Sativa seed oil,”. On the other hand, while looking for CBD products, find words like “cannabidiol” or “CBD", to ensure you're getting your hands on the correct product! If you’re confused, consult the headshop or the buyer. 

Now that we have cleared the confusion between the two oils, let's look at other things you should consider before buying CBD oil. 

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FAQs

Does CBD have side-effects?
Yes, CBD does have side-effects which are not very different from the general side-effects of Cannabis which includes dizziness, nausea, anxiety, dry mouth, etc.

What is the difference between cbd tincture and cbd oil?
When compared to CBD Tinctures, CBD oil has a fairly greater potency of CBD. On the other hand, tinctures have a longer shelf life and bioavailability when compared to CBD oil due to their presence of alcohol.

How to smoke cbd isolate?
You can mix your CBD Isolate with your vape juice for an easy smoke. On the other hand, you can also smoke CBD Isolate in your dab rigs or wax pens.

How to take cbd oil orally?
The best way to consume CBD oil orally is to go the sublingual way where you drop the oil under your tongue, allowing it to absorb. It also leads to a faster effect when compared to when you consume it with an edible.

Does CBD oil raise blood pressure?

CBD is known to relax and ease the blood vessels, thereby decreasing anxiety and lowering blood pressure. So no, CBD oil does not raise blood pressure but instead helps to lower it.