What Is CBD?
CBD is an acronym for cannabidiol, which is a naturally occurring compound found on the flower of the hemp plant. These naturally occurring compounds are also known as phytocannabinoids. CBD has important therapeutic benefits, without the intoxicating effects of tetrahydrocannabinol or THC, which is found in high amounts in marijuana.
The Endocannabinoid
System
The human body contains a naturally occurring, self-regulating system of receptors, CB1 and CB2, called the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). These cannabinoid receptors exist throughout the body including the central and peripheral nervous systems, the brain, organs, and tissues. All mammals, dogs, cats, horses, etc, contain an ECS and produce endocannabinoids.
The ECS communicates with essentially every system in the body and plays a vital role in the establishment and maintenance of our health. Everyone’s ECS varies, to keep all body systems in homeostasis, or a state of equilibrium. The endocannabinoids are cannabinoid-like molecules that are already produced in our bodies. Thus, by supplementing our body and endocannabinoid system with cannabinoids from hemp, this “balance” can be adjusted and restored, and consequently achieved.
Something for
Everyone
All animal species that have an endocannabinoid system (ECS) including humans, dogs, cats and horses.
How Do I Start?
The best way to start a CBD regimen is to begin by taking the minimum recommendation, and increasing the amount as needed— and most importantly, consistency is key. Be patient, as it may take a few days for your body to “balance” and begin experiencing the cannabinoid benefits. As regular, continued use is realized, the body will continue to remain balanced. Before you start taking CBD oil, it’s essential to ask the right questions:
It is also important to understand what potential benefits you are seeking before beginning a CBD regimen. From taking a tincture, capsule, or using a lotion topically — defining your goals will help you decide what form of CBD is best for you. If you are seeking well-being benefits like reduced anxiety or hypertension, it may be most beneficial to take CBD oil orally, either sublingually via CBD tinctures or CBD capsules. If you are looking for a potential skin condition or inflammation relief, it may be best to use CBD oil topically. If you have any questions about how CBD can help you reach your goal, speak to one of our friendly experts!
Before starting CBD oil, be sure to understand the differences between each of them and how they may affect you. Exploring the core differences among the spectrum of CBD can help you get the most benefit out of any product you choose. Pur IsoLab offers an encompassing line of products with varying extracts.
ISOLATE
Isolate products refer to hemp products that have only one “isolated” compound in them, generally, CBD. In other words, the CBD has been the only compound or cannabinoid extracted from the hemp plant.
BROAD SPECTRUM
Broad spectrum products utilize the whole hemp plant. These products contain percentages of several different compounds, which can include CBN, CBG, etc but no THC. CBD is still the predominant percentage compound in the formula, with minor percentages of other hemp compounds. In turn, the combination of the CBD with the additional compounds all working together, maximize the effects of the CBD. Again, these broad spectrum products are THC free.
FULL SPECTRUM
Full spectrum, like broad spectrum, contains whole hemp plant extracts, with CBD still prevailing as the highest percentage compound, in combination with the additional extracted cannabinoids. The difference between broad and full spectrum is that full spectrum products can contain levels of THC under 0.3%. These minimal levels do not cause psychoactive effects.
There Are Four Main Methods Of CBD Delivery
Digging into the different kinds of CBD delivery is an excellent way to start! With so many out there, finding the one that works best for you can be a great way to find your favorite type.
Sublingual
Utilize sublingual by placing and holding drops under the tongue, allowing the oil to absorb. This works especially well for tinctures, full spectrum and isolates.
Ingestion
Consume this product by easily applying to your food or beverages. Our beverage additives are completely water soluble, so they blend seamlessly into any drink.
Topical
Apply our uniquely blended products directly onto the skin to generate a therapeutic effect with our lotions, salves, and massage oils
Inhalable
Use this product by slowly drawing vapor into your mouth. Our high-end pod cartridges and clean formula creates a balanced and smooth experience.