Before getting into the specifics on how to use CBD oil, let’s do a brief overview of what it is. CBD stands for cannabidiol, which is a type of cannabinoid. CBD oil is an extract from the Cannabis plant that is thought to have many health benefits. The main one is pain relief to assist with fighting chronic pain.

Cannabis plants include either industrial hemp plants or medical marijuana plants. With the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill in the United States, many producers are turning to industrial hemp plants for their source of CBD oil.

CBD should not be confused with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). It does not share the psychoactive properties that THC does, and therefore many consider it to be the safer option. Of note, full spectrum CBD products do contain trace amounts of THC, but these are less than the federally required limit. THC levels under this limit should not have any effects. Full spectrum products contain most of the cannabinoids from the Cannabis plants, including CBD. Many CBD lovers prefer to use full spectrum products because all the cannabinoids work together to enhance each other – leading to a stronger effect overall.

Side effects of CBD oil are pretty mild. The main side effects are nausea (aka changes in appetite), tiredness or drowsiness, and stomach upset (such as diarrhea). However, many CBD customers do not experience any side effects when using their products. If you do experience these side effects, they can easily be managed by adjusting your dose down a little if the side effects get to be too much for you to handle.