No doubt, CBD provides outstanding benefits to the body. For thousands of years, it has been used as a form of pain relief. From CBD capsules to CBD Oil, from dietary supplements to skincare products, CBD has plenty of products for their customers so that they have surplus choices to choose from. However, many consumers remain in the dark about CBD products by creating myths in their minds. Certain medical CBD products contain multiple abbreviations and compounds that bring confusion about what is included in medical CBD products.
Here, we came up with the five greatest myths and facts regarding CBD products.
Myth 1 – CBD Gets You High
CBD can not get you high as it is a non-psychoactive compound. However many people stated that they have seen an upliftment effect on the bodies after consuming CBD, even the people who are used to smoking cannabis plants may also experience a “body high”.
Moreover, the fact is, the serotonin receptor in our brain is responsible for our mood and mental health. Generally, CBD has many healing properties which are beneficial for anxiety and depression. The level of serotonin in the body may be responsible for getting you high.
Myth 2 – CBD Is Illegal
People are afraid of using CBD products as they believe that CBD is illegal. However, the fact is CBD is not illegal. Many people tend to get mixed up in the two primary active compounds, cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The Cannabis plant produces a plethora of organic compounds called cannabinoids and it is safe and legal.
CBD is a non-psychoactive compound and can be used in various products such as CBD oils, CBD drops, capsules, coffee, and many more. Moreover, THC is a psychoactive component in a Cannabis plant that is responsible for creating the “high”. Even the UK government has decided to set the volume limit of 0.2 % of THC in the medical Cannabis product and if more than 0.2% volume is found on any product then it is considered illegal and would not be sold.
Myth 3- CBD Is Addictive
It is very crucial to do solid research before consuming anything. People always create misconceptions that using CBD products can lead to a dependency potential which is a reason why they are afraid of trying CBD products at once.
However, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), CBD does not exhibit any dependency effect in humans. CBD products come in many forms such as patches, vapes, oils, extracts, capsules, lotions, coffees, and even CBD pain relief cream in the UK. Consuming all this product at an adequate amount doesn’t make you high and even doesn’t lead to dependency.
Myth 4- CBD Makes THC In Stomach
Earlier we used to believe that only hydrochloric acid can increase the THC level inside the stomach. But as now people worry that CBD turned to THC and can produce a different kind of effect on the body.
However, the fact is even after high doses of CBD there is no THC found in the system and there is no evidence that the CBD becomes THC in the gastric system so it is completely false.
Myth 5 – CBD Acts As Sedative
The fifth misconception about CBD is that it acts as a sedative. It is believed that certain CBD contains myrcene, which is responsible for sedating. However, the fact is CBD has been used as a sleep aid and there is no evidence that it can get you sedated.
Above all, there are millions of rumors that are floating about CBD. Therefore, before jumping to the statement first you need to do solid research about it like is it true or not, take the time to figure out why these misconceptions started and how you can stay away from them.
