A CBD Beginner's Guide For 2023: How To Get Started

There's no shame in admitting that you're a CBD beginner. In fact, congratulations on making it to this blog post!

Key Takeaways

• CBD oil is derived from the cannabis plant and contains no psychoactive effects
• CBD beginners should consume a small amount to begin, then slowly increase their quantity
• When taking CBD oil, beginners should start with just a couple of drops, then wait to see how their body reacts
• How much CBD you consume should also take into account your age, weight, metabolism, and unique body chemistry
• Beginners should choose a CBD brand with rigorously tested wellness products that maintain a consistent concentration
• For the highest-quality CBD, choose products that utilize the CO2 extraction method

If you're new to everything the cannabis sativa plant has to offer, then we're here to arm you with all the facts. So keep reading, and we'll take a peek at everything this natural remedy has to offer.

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What is CBD vs. THC vs. hemp oil?

Many people tend to confuse CBD with THC and sometimes even with hemp oil. But let's squash those misconceptions right off the bat.

CBD is a major cannabinoid found in both the hemp and cannabis plants and has long been studied for its purported anti-inflammatory effects. CBD is different from THC, another major cannabinoid found in cannabis and hemp plants, namely in that CBD does not contain psychoactive properties like THC does.

This major distinction is a large part of what makes CBD legal within the US at the federal level. In fact, the 2018 Farm Bill recognizes industrial hemp with extremely low concentrations of THC (less than 0.3%) as federally legal.

While hemp seed oil and CBD both come from the same plant cannabis sativa, hemp seed oil is extracted from the seeds of the hemp plant whereas CBD comes from the leaves of the hemp plant.

Different types of CBD for beginners

Most CBD products will be divided into these various types of CBD. Here are the effects that each of them provides:

Full-spectrum CBD oil

Full-spectrum hemp retains all additional cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids found in the cannabis plant along with trace amounts of THC. These types of CBD oil products tend to promote the entourage effect.

According to various scientific studies, the entourage effect purports that each cannabinoid, terpene, and flavonoid present effectively enhances one another when consumed altogether.

Broad spectrum CBD

Broad-spectrum hemp similarly retains all other cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids found in hemp plants except for THC. These types of quality CBD products are specially processed to ensure that no THC is left behind.

Some users prefer broad-spectrum over full-spectrum since they are able to retain the cannabinoids - as well as the entourage effect - while consuming a completely THC-free product.

CBD isolate

CBD isolate is just pure CBD. So if you want only CBD and no additional cannabinoids, consider a CBD product with only isolated CBD.

How does CBD work?

When ingested or applied, CBD interacts with the body's endocannabinoid system. This cell-signaling system is a major hub for a variety of regulatory functions.

CBD works to engage this system, helping it settle back into homeostasis. So if you have an active lifestyle and want to find something that can help bring you back to the present, CBD oils may be able to help you.

How much CBD should beginners take?

Taking CBD is a very personal journey and will require that you take many factors into account. Among those factors are your:

• Body weight
• Metabolism
• Unique body chemistry
• Age

When you consume CBD, the cannabinoid compound interacts with your endocannabinoid system, a cell-signaling system that regulates a variety of bodily functions. Studies claim that this system may take on the potential therapeutic effects cannabinoids have to offer when ingested.

With all this in mind, it's important to start small when taking CBD for the first time. Ideally, you should also begin with a low-potency product to ease your body into it.

Then, you may gradually increase how much CBD you take depending on how your body reacts to the product.

For example, if you're using CBD oil, consume only a few drops your first time. Wait and see how your body reacts to the CBD and note that effects may take up to an hour in regard to CBD oils.

Of course, there are many different ways to take CBD depending on the CBD product of your choice. So let's dig into how you can take CBD and how best to measure out your quantities.

Different types of CBD products

How you choose to take CBD is entirely up to you. But here are a couple of things you should keep in mind.

CBD oil or CBD tincture

CBD oil tinctures are great for beginners as they offer users precise units of measurement. For our Full Spectrum CBD Tincture, we recommend beginners start with just a few drops under their tongue.

This application method is known as sublingual administration. When you take CBD sublingually, you are able to bypass your digestive tract, allowing the CBD to absorb into your bloodstream faster.

In fact, you can typically expect to feel the effects of CBD oil within 15 minutes of administering it sublingually. That being said, some may not feel the effects of CBD oil so fast, so make sure you don't double up too soon before your body has time to respond.

Once you get more comfortable taking CBD, you may take 1 full dropper of our CBD oil or determine an amount that works best for you.

CBD topicals

Topical products are different in that you're not meant to consume them. They may also include other ingredients like essential oils so make sure you read the label properly to prevent any potential allergic reaction.

From lotions to rubs to bath bombs and more, there are plenty of topicals for you to choose from. So where's a good place to start?

Well, our CBD Muscle Gel Roll-On is formulated with CBD, menthol, arnica, MSM, and a beautiful botanical blend of essential oils, all of which are meant to offer you comfort and relief. Plenty of customers have remarked on the efficacy of this product.

So for those looking to target sore muscles or other areas with tension, this CBD topical is the one for you. For topical application, we recommend applying a thin layer of this roll-on product anytime day or night to feel its effects.

If you'd like to be extra cautious, you can also perform a patch test to ensure that you experience no allergic reactions.

CBD edible

CBD edibles range from gummies to chocolates to baked goods and more. For beginners, edibles can seem like a lot of fun, but just be sure to start with an edible that has accurately measured its concentration level of CBD.

Our Sleep & Soothe CBD Gummies offer you 20mg of cannabis-derived USA-grown hemp in each bite. Although, for CBD beginners, we'd recommend starting with half a gummy, then seeing how your body reacts.

At Clean Remedies, we like to remind customers that even the best CBD is not a one-size-fits-all. Everyone responds to CBD a little bit differently, but ultimately consistency is key.

Finding the right CBD products for you

Everyone searching for the right CBD oil for them has one goal in mind: improving their overall wellness. And that's exactly what we focus on within all of our CBD oil products.

As a reputable CBD company, we encourage you to seek out CBD oil products in the cannabis industry that have been third-party lab-tested to ensure both safety and quality assurance.

After all, it's important to know what exactly you're putting in or on your body with any product. And CBD oil products are no different.

The bottom line

If you're new to CBD oil, it's understandable for you to feel a little bit cautious. But hopefully, these tips can help guide you through the process so you can find the right CBD product that works best for you.

Ultimately, our main focus for CBD beginners is as follows: start small and go slow. While CBD is a natural, plant-based remedy, you'll still want to give your body ample time to adjust to its effects.

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