CBD Oils Q & A

What are CBD Oils used for?
CBD Products, including CBD Oil, have been used for a variety of purposes. Whilst research is still in the early days, there is anecdotal evidence to suggest it can be used to help alleviate anxiety, depression, chronic pain and insomnia, as well as the side effects of cancer treatments. Many people simply take CBD to help them relax though.

Can you buy CBD oil over the counter?
You can buy CBD oil in a range of health food shops as well as online. Provided that it contains less than 0.2% THC, it is legal to sell CBD in the UK.

Is CBD oil safe to use?
Legal, regulated CBD oil in the UK is considered safe. Side effects tend to be few and mild, and the lack of THC means it has no psychoactive elements that can get the consumer high. The general advice is to start with a small dose to ease into it. No-one should take CBD if they are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if they are on other medication. If in doubt, it is important to consult a medical professional.

Does CBD oil show up in drug tests?
Most standard drug tests don't even test for CBD. Instead, they test for THC, the psychoactive component. Legal, regulated CBD in the UK should have no more than minimal THC traces. This is part of the reason it is important to source your CBD from reputable suppliers. Unregulated sources may misstate their THC content.

Can you travel with CBD oil?
Every country has slightly different rules about CBD, so check local regulations first before you start travelling. Most European countries have similar rules to the UK, whilst the USA can vary by state. In the UK, provided that you have no CBD oil and the product is suitable for human consumption (oils and edibles are fine, buds not so), you can carry it with you when you fly. Individual airlines may have their own rules, and you will still need to abide by restrictions on liquids in your hand luggage.

What is the difference between CBD oil and full spectrum CBD oil?
Most CBD products are divided into full spectrum, broad spectrum or CBD isolate. In CBD isolate, CBD is the only cannabis compound found in the product. It's pure. Broad spectrum contains most of the compounds, including terpenes and flavonoids as well as CBD, but generally the THC will have been removed (sometimes there may be very small traces). Full spectrum CBD products include all cannabis compounds, including THC, although to be legal in the UK, the THC component will still be below 0.2%.

Which is better, full spectrum or broad-spectrum CBD oil?
Many people consider full spectrum products to be better because of what's known as the “entourage effect”. This means that when all the compounds of the cannabis plant work together, they're more powerful than when they're present on their own. If the customer has concerns relating to THC levels, broad spectrum may be a better choice.