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How to consume CBD?
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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a natural remedy that is becoming increasingly popular, particularly for its anti-inflammatory properties, its effects against anxiety or pain, all without having the psychotropic effects of THC (cannabis).
With this growing popularity, in addition to the classic flowers, oils and resins, a multitude of new products have appeared allowing us to consume CBD such as capsules, e-liquids, creams, waxes, crystals, confectionery (chocolates and candy).
So many products and even more ways to consume them!
Consuming CBD orally
This is the simplest way to take CBD. Whether in capsule, softgel, oil, or even in food, consuming it in this form is very practical and discreet.
Because the product here passes through the digestive system, only a small part of the CBD in the product will come into contact with the endocannabinoid receptors: this is called bioavailability, here only 15 to 20%.
Similarly, the effects are felt somewhat late : 30 to 60 minutes after taking, but they last longer than other methods of consumption.
For this type of product, the smell of cannabis is absent.
Via sublingual administration
CBD oil is generally consumed sublingually. The drops are placed under the tongue for a little over a minute before being swallowed, allowing the active compounds of cannabidiol (CBD) to be absorbed by the sublingual glands, thus quickly reaching the bloodstream and ultimately the endocannabinoid system. Bioavailability is good.
The first effects are felt 5 to 20 minutes after taking the medication. You will feel the full effects after approximately 45 minutes. With sublingual administration, the dropper application provides very precise dosing.
In summary, it is a practical, precise method of administration that produces rapid effects.
The smell of cannabis is noticeable if the oil is natural and full spectrum. Be careful not to confuse it with thesmell of synthetic terpenes…
Via respiratory tract
This is the most common method of administration. With this method, CBD acts very quickly, within 2 to 5 minutes. The highly permeable inner surface of the lungs allows for a high bioavailability of CBD, between 40 and 55%.
There are several ways to inhale CBD:
CBD cannabis flowers
The flowers are officially intended for infusion and vaporization, but some people use them for smoking despite this being prohibited.
Consumers are looking for a relaxing effect and a connection with cannabis. The target audience is threefold: people who like weed but not its effects, people who have smoked too much cannabis in the past and can no longer tolerate THC, or those who want to smoke cannabis without getting high.
It allows some cannabis addicts to do without it.
However, smoking flowers generates combustion, and the thick smoke that is inhaled carries tars and other harmful substances. This is why vaporization is recommended.
CBD e-liquid
The vapor from an e-cigarette is less harmful than smoking cannabis flowers. CBD e-liquids contain CBD isolate, meaning the CBD molecule alone—no THC, of course, but also no other cannabinoids like CBG or CBN. CBD isolate is much less potent.
CBD e-liquids are useful for people wishing to quit smoking tobacco.
Nebulization and Vaporization.
Inhaling CBD e-liquid with an ultrasonic nebulizer and vaporizing CBD hemp flowers are two methods of inhalation administration. These methods are accepted and recommended by all physicians in the medical cannabis community, as they are the most effective for a rapid and safe effect.
Via the skin
Batchions, balms, ointments, creams and CBD oils are applied directly to the skin.
Our endocannabinoid system also has receptors present in skin cells. The active ingredients are absorbed directly onto the skin's surface without passing through the bloodstream.
Ointments are primarily used for injuries, inflammation, and bone pain (arthritis, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis). Creams, on the other hand, are used for skin conditions (acne, psoriasis, etc.)
