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SOME BASIC TIPS FOR BOOSTING CBD EFFECTS

Nowadays CBD is a trending topic – you can find the “magic” ingredient in food, beverages, skincare, and even pet treats. The main driver behind the hype is CBD which is a compound found in nature able to not only prevent but also cure. Numerous studies confirm its therapeutic potential to treat a wide range of ailments. Anecdotal evidence illustrates that people who have used CBD oil report its certain benefits: decrease of stress and anxiety, improvement of the nervous system and sleep quality, mood enhancement, etc.

With all of the hype of hemp extract oil and its benefits, it is not surprising there are a few myths going around. But when it comes to what you put into your body, there should be no room for misinformation. In this article, we will explore 5 common myths that are often misunderstood.

1. Hemp and Marijuana are different names for the same thing = MYTH

Hemp is often confused with its relative Marijuana. Both plants are derived from Cannabis Sativa, and indeed, they look and smell the same. Their chemical composition is very similar, but their different breeding creates two fundamental differences:

Marijuana plants are     typically cultivated to contain both THC and CBD elements.

Hemp plants are cultivated     to contain primarily CBD with its medicinal benefits, and remove most if     not all THC.

2. Hemp, hemp oil or hemp products get you high = MYTH

Industrial grade hemp is bred to contain primarily medicinal CBD and less than 0.3% THC, which is the compound in marijuana responsible for getting you high. CBD is not psychoactive but includes all of the medicinal properties of Marijuana. So you can rest assured that you are getting all the best, without the high and with no hidden side effects.

 3. The More CBD the better the benefits = MYTH

A common myth is the more the better, that the higher the dose of CBD, the greater the benefits. Well perhaps for some things, but for CBD, the common phrase couldn’t be further from the truth. Here is why: CBD is biphasic. Meaning, that different dose sizes can result in different effects. For example, a low dose of CBD can offer all the same benefits but also be energizing, while a high dose of CBD can make you sleepy and perhaps even unproductive. Combined with the fact that our bodies don’t build a tolerance to CBD, in fact, some studies suggest that we need less over time to receive similar effects.

4. All CBD oils are the same = MYTH

It’s a myth that all CBD is created equal. The market is still largely unregulated, as CBD is still unrecognized by the FDA. This means anyone can make CBD and claim that it is authentic.

This is an important myth to understand if you’re interested in using CBD for its medicinal benefits because this means that some products won’t offer the same therapeutic effects as others.

What is CBD?

CBD is short for Cannabidiol. CBD is one of many natural compounds found within both Cannabis and Hemp. There are over 113 different cannabinoids, but most people only know two of them – THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD.

Why is CBD so beneficial for the body? The human body naturally produces cannabinoids, through the endocannabinoid system. This system is comprised of two different types of cell receptors (CB1 and CB2) that are found within our digestive tract, central nervous system, and immune system. These cell receptors are activated by cannabinoids, and they regulate basic functions in our body, like moods, appetite, pain, and sleep. So when we supplement our body with extra CBD, we naturally experience the benefits derived from an optimally functioning endocannabinoid system. This is the source  CBD benefits such as pain relief, enhanced mood, better sleep and support for neurological disorders.

What is the difference between Hemp vs Marijuana? Hemp and Marijuana are both derived from the same plant – Cannabis sativa. The main difference between the two plants is that Marijuana is commonly bred to contain both THC and CBD elements. While Hemp is bred to naturally not contain THC. THC free hemp plants are commonly referred to as industrial grade hemp. They must contain only up to 0.3% THC to legally be considered industrial grade hemp.

Does CBD get you high? No.

CBD is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid. THC is psychoactive cannabinoid.

While CBD and THC have almost the exact same chemical composition and molecular structure, there is one profound difference: CBD combats the psychoactive effects commonly experienced in THC. CBD also has a naturally stronger ability to relieve pain, inflammation, stress and neurological disorders.

Foods and products made from “Industry Grade Hemp”,  including hemp oil, hemp extract and CBD will not get you high. All of SoCo’s products will not get you high. Our Hemp Extract is made purely from industrial hemp, specifically a unique Hemp Strain that our Israeli lab partners have developed for the past 5 years.

What is a full spectrum CBD? There are different methods of CBD extraction from Hemp plants. Some CBD products use isolate methods, which derives 100% pure CBD, which means all other naturally occurring compounds are stripped away. Full spectrum CBD extracts (a.k.s broad spectrum) contain 80 – 90% CBD, with the remaining 10 – 20% of the extract contains the plants naturally occurring terpenes and phytocannabinoids (i.e. the full spectrum, not just the CBD).