Congratulations, by doing research on CBD you have just made the first step to find a product that can potentially improve your quality of health and well-being! People have experienced life changing benefits from habitually consuming CBD. With all the properties that CBD, full spectrum hemp extracts, carry (which you can read more about here), it’s not surprising that the demand for CBD products increases every day. As the demand for hemp extracts elevates, manufacturers have eagerly created a wide range of products to choose from, and companies all over the world are selling them.
It's great to have plenty of products to choose from that can fit anyone's needs and preferences, but many people feel overwhelmed and confused when making their first CBD purchase. When this happens it is very likely to end up with a product that doesn’t do what is expected or is not best for your personal needs. Some money hungry companies have even taken advantage of people who are seeking help through their products, by lying about the actual contents.
In 2016 The FDA had to send out warning letters to different companies that when tested, had false labeling or claims, and in some cases, had no CBD in them whatsoever! This is not only dishonest, and a rip-off, but in some cases can be dangerous. (Find more info here: http://www.fda.gov/newsevents/publichealthfocus/ucm435591.htm)
Ultimately, it is your responsibility to do research, and know what you are putting in or on your body. It is advisable to gather information from various resources and make your own decision for what is best for you. There are some general basics to keep in mind when choosing what product is going to be the most effective and best bang for your buck. Here you will find 5 basic tips to help inform you on how CBD infused products can differ and how to pick one that is best for you.
5 Tips to buy the Best CBD Hemp Extracts
1. Know Your Hemp Extract:
Hemp extracts containing high amounts of CBD have two general variations: whole plant infusion or isolate CBD. Whole plant infusions are also known as full spectrum products. These, whole plant infusions contain high amounts of CBD along with all the other cannabinoids and terpenes in the plant. Isolate products are made with pure CBD and are usually flavorless. To the right, you will see two examples of concentrated CBD. This is the base of many products from tinctures to salves. Concentrates can also be used for vaping or dabbing. Many people believe pure CBD is best, but that is not always the case for everyone. Isolates are great for people who undergo drug tests for THC, for creating a higher CBD:THC ratio to an additional cannabinoid source (dry cannabis flowers, tincture, edibles etc.) or for the rare case of extreme sensitivity to THC. Whole plant extracts are preferred in many cases due to new studies that have found that all the cannabinoids work best when they are together. This is called the entourage effect. You can learn more about the entourage effect, and watch a great video that demonstrates the effects of THC:CBD ratios, here:
2. Know where the hemp is grown, and for what purpose:
Not all hemp is the same! The cannabis plant is a wonderful resource, and can be breed with high THC for medicinal marijuana, or when the amount of THC drops (>.3% THC is considered hemp) it can be used for building materials, rope/fabric, fuel oil, paper, plastic alternatives, cooking oil, hemp milk, and more! When purchasing quality hemp extracts, it is safest to get it from plants made specifically for consumption. The hemp will be way less likely to come into contact with harmful toxins, or chemicals, and people who manufacture cannabis for consumption know what they are doing! Colorado grown hemp CBD has a reputation for producing exceptional CBD products due to high standards, and legal status of all cannabis that encourages general knowledge for farmers, doctors, and everyday citizens.
Take Folium Biosciences for example. A Colorado hemp farm that is being recognized for growing clean, and pure hemp that produces products “extremely effective in treating children with epilepsy” according to High Times. They also make some killer shadder!
http://hightimes.com/grow/healing-field-cbd-rich-cannabis-is-beginning-to-take-on-a-whole-new-dimension/
http://hightimes.com/grow/healing-field-cbd-rich-cannabis-is-beginning-to-take-on-a-whole-new-dimension/
A quality product should have an easy to read the label that clearly states all of the ingredients as well as how much hemp extract is in it. If you have a history of allergic reaction, remember to carefully read the ingredients, and do not consume a product that has anything you are allergic to.
The potency of a product is most often measured in milligrams. Don’t be alarmed if a recommended product does not have ‘CBD’ written on the label, as products are beginning to switch from ‘CBD’, and instead using the term ‘hemp extract.’ Remember if you’re not sure of something, ask! Whoever is selling you your hemp products should be able to answer most, if not all of your questions.
Though any product containing quality hemp extract will carry the same properties of CBD, some products will be ideal for specific uses. For example, you probably won’t benefit too much by using a topical rub for severe anxiety, or CBD infused dark chocolate for a sleep aid. Generally, when using CBD for the first time, a non-flavored CBD oral tincture is your safest bet. You will be able to measure precisely how much CBD is going into your body, and you won’t have any other ingredients (besides a neutral oil carrier) influencing the CBD’s effects. Try Heka Hemp co. Oral Tincture. It comes at multiple strengths/prices and just made with two ingredients: hemp extract and either MCT oil or hemp seed oil.
5. Have a price range to work with.
Be sure to get your money's worth, but that doesn't necessarily mean buy the cheapest product you can find. Quality hemp isn’t always cheap. Remember size has nothing to do with the strength of CBD, it's all about a number of milligrams of CBD hemp extract in the whole product. Most of the time, it will save you money to invest in a potent product that you can use for a long period of time, rather than purchasing a low potency over and over again. Generally, the price per milligram of a product decreases as concentration increases. To find the price per milligram of a product simply divide the cost by milligram strength.
Hopefully, with this guide, you will be able to choose an exceptional CBD infused product, and avoid making the mistake of spending money on a phony one. There are some really amazing companies out there, that are passionate about making affordable, effective, and top of the line products that will help others. Many reputable companies are not just in it for the financial gain, but also to further research in the cannabis industry, and evolving the way we use and perceive cannabis.
Charlotte's Web founded the Realm of Carrying, which is a non-profit organization that provides support, services, and research for individuals using cannabinoid therapy. Fat Pig Society allows people the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and help out on the hemp farm, or by distributing
Charlotte's Web founded the Realm of Carrying, which is a non-profit organization that provides support, services, and research for individuals using cannabinoid therapy. Fat Pig Society allows people the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and help out on the hemp farm, or by distributing
products in exchange for their amazingly potent hemp infused coconut oil. Heka Hemp Co. is a small family owned and operated company in Albuquerque, NM that is committed to providing the best products at the most reasonable price, as well as additional CBD discounts for vets. These are some examples of how companies in the hemp-cannabis industry are helping others that need it the most. When you purchase products from companies like these, you're not only receiving some of the highest quality hemp products out there, but also supporting organizations invested in the education, support, and well-being of everyone in the hemp-cannabis community.
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