How Often Should I Take CBD Oil?

If you're new to taking CBD oil, you might have a lot of questions. Like, "How much CBD oil should I be taking" or "How often should I be taking it?"

This is completely understandable. But when it comes to answering these questions, well the answer's a little bit longer than you might like.

Luckily, we have answers nonetheless. And we'll appease both short-answer-seekers and long-answer-seekers alike.

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The short answer

When it comes to taking CBD oil, there's really only one thing that matters: taking it consistently. Why?

Because as CBD affects the cannabinoid receptors in your endocannabinoid system, it compounds in your body over time. So the more regularly you take CBD, the more effective and balanced the desired effect.

Routine matters

Whenever you start to take CBD, or start your pet on CBD, try taking or administering CBD oil at the same time everyday. Of course this might be difficult for some.

But even including a few drops of CBD along with your daily vitamins can help you maintain a routine, enhancing CBD's potential benefits. Of course, research is still ongoing to determine what exactly CBD oil can offer.

But for now, research among the cannabis industry suggests that CBD use on a regular schedule is more effective than not.

Consistency is key

Some users take CBD oil everyday whereas others choose not to. Either way, whatever you decide for yourself should be something you stick with for about a few weeks.

Just like any other supplement, CBD oil and its natural fats need time to mingle with your body. And with that being said, it's always important to start with a small amount, then gradually increase.

When you take CBD oil for the first time, you don't want to overload your system. So starting small is always recommended so that CBD works at its own pace and so do you.

Factors that affect taking CBD

Alright, this section begins our roadmap to the long-answer-seekers. The question of how often to take CBD oil will depend on a variety of other factors, so it's important to look at the big picture.

How much CBD you're taking

The CBD market continues to bring us new CBD products everyday. And with it, varying amounts of CBD in them.

There is no universal amount of CBD you should be taking. Rather, the right amount of CBD for you will reveal itself over time.

With that being said, if you take more CBD more often, you may not need to take CBD oil as frequently as those who take a smaller amount. Of course, the more you have in your system, the longer it tends to last.

So balancing how much CBD is in your system relies heavily on how much was in your original measurement. As always, take a look at the contents CBD products contain to make sure you know just how much CBD you're getting.

Starting small with any CBD product is always recommended. And it gives your body enough time to adjust to this new oil.

Why you are taking CBD

People take CBD for a variety of different reasons. But these reasons will greatly determine how often you should be taking CBD.

A CBD muscle rub, for example, can be applied multiple times a day. Because the CBD absorption is happening through the skin, it may take longer to take effect.

So a more frequent use is recommended to maintain balance. On the other hand, taking a CBD product like a delta 9 gummy may not require multiple doses.

Simply because one gummy itself may be particularly strong. But again, this all goes back to why you are taking CBD and what you are looking to gain from it.

Ultimately, you'll want to take CBD only as needed. Or to otherwise maintain a regular balance within your body's endocannabinoid system.

Quality of your CBD products

When it comes to taking any kind of CBD, we don't think you should settle for anything less than the best - and that means high quality. Because you're planning to take CBD regularly, right?

With this in mind, you'll want to look for reputable brands and manufacturers of the cannabis plant. Because they'll have the most credibility and reviews to back up whether their CBD products hold up.

One way you can assess a brand's quality is by looking at their Certificate of Analysis. All CBD companies should have thirty party lab test results available on their product pages.

In these reports, you can see what exactly is in a CBD product and what is not. This is something most brands will openly and proudly share on their website (like us).

Because if they're reputable, then what do they have to hide? This is especially important if you take CBD everything. So go with a company who has your best interests in mind.

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Type of CBD oil

Now that you can buy direct CBD online, it's important to know what types of CBD there are. And which one is the best fit for you.

Full spectrum CBD oil

Full spectrum CBD oil contains all of the additional cannabinoids, flavonoids, and terpenes found in the hemp plant. And with these additional compounds, there may be some trace amounts of THC.

But no more than 0.3% as is federally legal. The combination of all of these cannabinoids are thought to produce the entourage effect, essentially boosting CBD's ability to perform its best.

That being said, if you're at all worried about testing positive on a drug test, you may want to look at other CBD options. Ones that contain 0% THC for 100% peace of mind.

Broad spectrum CBD oil

Broad spectrum CBD is similar to full spectrum in that it contains all other cannabinoids, flavonoids, and terpenes from the hemp plant. But it contains no THC whatsoever.

This way, you still get the entourage effect without having to worry about any upcoming drug tests. See? There are plenty of alternative routes to explore within the CBD world.

CBD isolate

CBD isolate is only CBD. No additional cannabinoids, flavonoids, or terpenes.

Your body weight

CBD itself is fat soluble which means that it gets stored in your body's fat cells. This means that if the CBD user has a higher percentage of body fat, CBD will tend to stick around longer in their system.

For this reason, these types of users may not need to take CBD as often. Whereas those with a lower percentage of body fat will metabolize CBD faster and require a more frequent use of CBD.

Your body weight also determines how much CBD you may need initially. So those with more body fat may need a larger amount of CBD to start to feel its effects.

While those with less body fat won't need as much CBD to begin with. All in all, it boils down to your unique body chemistry so only you can determine what the right amount is for you.

How often you should take CBD depending on the product

The last factor you want to take into account is what type of product you're using. This will help you determine how often you should be taking CBD and why.

CBD capsules

Capsules tend to have a slower onset of effects since they have to pass through the digestive system and get metabolized by the liver. But they tend to produce effects for longer.

Each product will have its own set of directions. But typically you can expect to take a capsule once or twice a day depending on your needs.

As for when to take the capsules, it really depends on what you want to gain out of your CBD. Some start their morning routine with a capsule while others prefer to take their capsules at night.

CBD topicals

Topicals like a CBD rub can take longer to take effect since it is having to travel through multiple layers to skin to reach the bloodstream. Typically, and depending on why you are using your CBD topical, you can apply it multiple times of day.

This allows the CBD to compound over time and release its effects more steadily. Not to mention that it can feel nice simply to massage the localized area every so often.

CBD gummies

Gummies with delta 9, like capsules, travel through the digestive system. So they take longer to produce effects but can prolong the effects for longer than other consumption methods.

For this reason, you can expect to take one to two gummies spread out throughout the day. Of course, always read the label to double check what the company says about their product.

They'll know the most about its effects. And how often you should take them throughout the day.

CBD tinctures

Tinctures are, by far, the most effective way to take CBD because it directly enters your bloodstream through the mucus glands under your tongue. Because of this, you can feel its effects as soon as ten minutes after consumption.

Tinctures also make it particularly easy to measure out how much CBD you want. And add little bits here and there throughout the day.

When it comes to starting small, then gradually increasing how much you consume, tinctures are the easiest to administer. And because you feel the effects so quickly, you can quickly deduce the right amount for you.

The bottom line

Hopefully by now, we've accomplished our initial intention to give you both the short and longer answer. But ultimately, how often you take CBD is entirely up to you.

It can depend on a variety of factors. And only you will know just how CBD interacts with your body.

So trust the process and listen to your body as closely as possible. Notice when you might need a little bit more or a little bit less.

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