What are Cannabinoids?

Cannabinoids are naturally occurring group of fatty acid compounds found in many different plants and animals in nature. Scientists have now identified over 400+ different cannabinoid molecules in the cannabis plant, but one of the most commonly studied non-psychoactive cannabinoids in the current peer-reviewed literature covers cannabidiol (CBD).

What is the Endocannabinoid System?

The Endocannabinoid System (ECS) is a vast receptor system that helps support homeostasis and overall good health. This receptor system exists throughout the entire body, including the immune system, the central nervous system, and many organs.

Phytocannabinoids work with the mammal’s ECS. The ECS accepts our body’s self-produced endocannabinoids as well as the phytocannabinoids found in hemp. The ECS is designed to support cells and healthy immune system function in reaction to fluctuations in our external environment. It also supports various biological tasks, including energy & balance, immune function, memory, metabolism, sleep, and the function of the autonomic nervous system.

What Is the Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana?

The greatest difference between Hemp and Marijuana is the levels of the psychoactive molecule delta-9 tetrahydracannbinol (THC). The federal government and Drug Enforcement Agency classifies “hemp” as a variety of the cannabis plant that contains high amounts of CBD content but 0.3% or less THC, and should not produce psychoactive effects in most humans.

What Is CBD?

CBD is an abbreviation for Cannabidiol. It can be found in various concentrations within different strains of the cannabis plant, but is most plentiful in hemp.

Unlike its close cousin, THC, an active compound in marijuana, CBD doesn’t make you high (psychoactive). This also means it won’t change your state of mind when you use it.

What Is Full-Spectrum CBD?

The term “Full-spectrum CBD” describes a substance that contains all of the extracts that are naturally found in the cannabis plant the way nature designed it, including very small amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). A full spectrum CBD product will provide the human body with the best benefits by accomplishing the Entourage Effect - an amplified potency and clinical effectiveness of a substance due to remaining in its innately created state.

What Is Broad-Spectrum CBD?

“Broad-spectrum CBD” products contain various compounds and cannabinoids from the cannabis plant. Broad-spectrum typically are engineered to contain no tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and while still can produce effects in the body, does not provide the Entourage Effect.

What Is Isolate CBD?

CBD isolate is a crystalline solid or powder composed of pure CBD. To get the CBD isolate, manufacturers use various processes to extract all the compounds and other components from the cannabis plant, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The process leaves behind pure CBD.

What is The Entourage Effect?

The Entourage Effect is a phrase coined by two Israeli scientists in 1998. It describes their findings of taking a range of natural compounds that are found in cannabis. It shows that it is more beneficial than just taking a single molecule compound alone.

What is a Terpene?

Terpenes are naturally occurring chemicals found in plants, flowers, fruit, and wood. They are hydrocarbons, meaning they are made of hydrogen and carbon molecules, appearing in the essential oils of plants. They give plants like cannabis their distinct smell and flavor.

Can I Take CBD?

Although CBD is widely used to complement self-care, not everybody can use it. If you’re pregnant and breastfeeding, avoid taking any CBD products. Some CBD products may be secretly filled with components that may be dangerous for developing and nursing babies.

Those with Parkinson’s disease should also avoid CBD. Cannabidiol can make your tremors and muscle movement worse and make it more painful.

If you have a history of hypersensitivity, it’s best to consult with your doctor first. You have to properly study all the ingredients in the CBD product to avoid serious allergic reactions.

Is CBD Legal?

In the past, CBD was in the same category as heroin. However, in December 2018, Donald Trump signed the Farm Bill, which legalized CBD. As long as the CBD product contains 0.3% THC below, it’s legal.

Take note that CBD from the marijuana plant is still illegal. Also, CBD is not legal in all 50 American states. Some states, like Kansas, Mississippi, and Texas, forbid many CBD products.

The only way you can know if your state allows CBD is by extensive research. First, check your local laws and regulations on taking CBD products in your state.

How Can I Take CBD?

Our favorite way to ingest CBD effectively is by using sublingual products. This is the fastest way to get the effects. These products have to be under your tongue to absorb the CBD. You can find them through sprays, lozenges, oils, and tinctures.

Topicals are another way to take CBD but should be directly applied to your skin. You can use topicals such as CBD-infused balms, lotions, salves, creams, and transdermal patches.

How Much CBD Should I Take?

Before taking CBD, you need to consider your body weight, current condition, and body chemistry. You also have to know the concentration of the CBD in each capsule, pill, gummy, or drop. You should talk with your doctor first before trying any CBD products and stick to their recommendation.

If you don’t get a recommendation from your doctor, you should start with a small dose. This means starting with about 10mg to 50mg a day and increasing the amount by 5mg by the end of the week.

CBD is on the safe side, where high doses of about 1,500mg per day are well tolerated by humans. However, to be on the safe side, don’t take too much CBD to avoid experiencing negative side effects.

Will I Fail a Drug Test if I Take CBD?

While tests that can detect CBD metabolites are currently in development. Standard drug tests only detect the presence of THC. As long as the CBD you’re using is verifiably THC-Free, it shouldn’t be detected in a standard drug test.

What Can I Not Mix With CBD?

Although CBD is generally on the safe side, it may cause some side effects like dizziness, nausea, dry mouth, and diarrhea. If you take CBD with other medication that offers similar side effects, it may increase the negative effects. In short, taking CBD with Over-the-Counter or prescription medications may lead to toxicity.

It’s best to avoid the following if you take CBD:

• Benzodiazepines (ex. Ativan or Xanax)

• Opioids

• Antidepressants

• Antipsychotics

• Antihistamines (ex. Benadryl)

• Alcohol

You may even feel increased fatigue if you take CBD with herbal supplements, such as melatonin, kava, and wort. It’s also best to avoid taking CBD with stimulants like Adderall. This may lead to decreased appetite and an increased risk of diarrhea.

How Do I Know What’s in my CBD?

With all the CBD products out there, you may not always know what you’re getting. At Hemp & Honey we believe in full transparency, and providing products that are above the industry standard. We share all of our information about what goes into each product. You can find all the information on our products and our 3rd party lab results on our testing results page.

How Do I Store My Hemp & Honey CBD?

Store your CBD products in a cool, dry place. Be sure to not have direct exposure to constant light or heat. For any more information on storing your Hemp & Honey Products, contact us at hempandhoney@protonmail.com