CBD vs. THC
With the market for CBD products growing at a very fast rate, it can be difficult for newcomers to CBD products to get to grips with what is what! For example, you will see a lot of jargon used when it comes to buying CBD products – for example, how does CBD differ to THC? Both of these are compounds found in the cannabis plant, but why is one in the news so much, and the other rarely talked about? Let’s see if we can help you understand the world of CBD a bit better with some simple explanations.
What are CBD and THC?
Both CBD – cannabidiol – and THC, which is shorthand for tetrahydrocannabinol are among the many compounds of the cannabis plant, known as cannabinoids. There are more than a hundred such compounds, and it is these two that are most prominent. Now, what’s the difference?
When you smoke marijuana, you get that ‘high’ that can be euphoric. This is a effect of THC, which is the psychoactive element in cannabis. CBD products contain no more than 0.3% THC, and must be extracted from the industrial hemp strain of cannabis – which is grown to be low in THC, and high in CBD content. So, in short, you will not get high from using CBD.
Nevertheless, this does not mean that CBD is of no use – quite the opposite as we shall see in a moment – and nor are you limited in choice. If you check out CBD Hemp Flower for example you will see that suppliers are very diligent with regards to the quality of the product they provide to buyers. So, let’s talk about the legality of CBD and THC in the USA, and the benefits of each.
CBD, THC and the Law
CBD products – that is those that are made from industrial hemp and contain THC of no more than 0.3% – are legal across the USA. They can be bought from licensed dispensaries, and given the fast-moving nature of the market, we strongly recommend you look for a reputable, reliable supplier who can guarantee the quality of the product you are buying, as there have been reports of sub-standard products being sold by persons looking to cash in on a booming market.
Where THC is concerned, however, the law is still a touch confusing. THC is obtained by smoking marijuana – that is the non-hemp strain of the cannabis plant – and can also be bought as oil, edibles and more, but it is not legal to do so everywhere. Some states – California was the first and others have followed – have now legalized the possession of cannabis and THC products, some allow it to be prescribed medicinally, while in others it
remains illegal to possess or grow cannabis, so we advise you check the laws for your state.
Benefits of CBD and THC
Both CBD and THC have reported health and well-being benefits. CDB, for example, is used by many people who suffer ailments that bring chronic pain as a successful pain-reliever. It has also been used to treat anxiety, by people who suffer seizures, for depression and for other mental disorders. THC can also help with these conditions – and more including glaucoma, muscle spasms and insomnia – yet many people take CBD instead, as it does not involve the euphoric high that THC brings with it.
The choice is yours; our recommendation is to have a closer look at the products on the market and read testimony from people who have used both CBD and THC products for your potential usage, and make sure that each is legal where you are – and, find that reputable seller!