THE CBD OIL CRASH COURSE: Everything You Need to Know
This article is a full CBD oil crash course on everything CBD related. Enjoy!
What is CBD Oil?
CBD is short for cannabidiol. It is naturally occurring and extracted from cannabis sativa plants typically used in CBD oil. The cannabis sativa plant has two forms that commonly get mixed up or used in the same sentence, yet both contain CBD. The two species of the plant are marijuana and hemp.
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CBD, is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid as opposed to THC which is psychoactive. Much of the confusion comes when comparing marijuana and hemp or seeing them used out of context. The marijuana plant contains high levels of THC whereas THC concentration in hemp is extremely low. But on the flip side, marijuana produces about half of the CBD that hemp does.
CBD oil is legal at the federal level if it is derived from hemp and not from marijuana and contains less than 0.3% THC. However, you need to check with your individual state you live in as some states put restrictions on what/how you can purchase. Also, be aware of state laws that you may be traveling through on business or pleasure as the legality can change from state to state.
Does CBD Oil Get You High?
No. When CBD is extracted from hemp plants and does not contain enough THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) to cause any effect. In fact, CBD from hemp only contains around 0.3% THC – the active component that creates what is commonly referred to as a “high” or “euphoric feeling.”
Marijuana, on the other hand, does contain a high amount of THC which can cause psychoactive effects.
Does CBD Show Up on a Drug Test?
Worried about a drug test coming back positive? You’re probably not the only one. But don’t worry. Assuming you are purchasing your CBD oil from a legitimate source/brand, you should have no issues with CBD oil use showing up on a drug test.
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However, if you’re an athlete, the small 0.3% THC could show up as trace amounts, so be advised if you were thinking about using CBD to help with your athletic performance or training it may create an issue. You may want to speak with the school, organization, or governing body regarding CBD use.
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