How does CBD work?
CBD works to help maintain our bodies’ homeostasis. Homeostasis is a healthy state of balance and internal stability against outside or unknown factors that would otherwise disrupt how the human body would typically perform.
And contrary to THC, CBD works as a non-intoxicating compound with none of the psychoactive effects commonly associated with THC.
YOU CANNOT EXPERIENCE A “HIGH” OR ANY OTHER ASSOCIATED PSYCHOACTIVE FEELING WITH HEMP-BASED CBD.
How is CBD Absorbed?
CBD works optimally when absorbed into the bloodstream, where it can interact with the endocannabinoid system (ECS). Our ECS is a network of cannabinoid receptors that stretch throughout the entire body. There are two types of cannabinoid receptors – CB1 and CB2. CB1 receptors help regulate many functions related to our central nervous system, while CB2 receptors manage the abilities associated with our peripheral nervous system.
CBD molecules usually bind to CB2 receptors, while THC binds to CB1 receptors. When these cannabinoids attach to these connectors, they transmit signals that travel through the cells – ultimately affecting the cells that surround tissue, the tissues inside an organ, and the many organs of the body. And though CBD usually attaches to CB2 connectors, it can also grasp CB1 receptors – acting as a blockade against other molecules.
Your body’s absorption of CBD from the application area into the bloodstream is known as its “bioavailability” – maximizing bioavailability means allowing more CBD to be readily available for bodily use.
TAKING CBD THROUGH VARIOUS MEANS CHANGES ITS BIOAVAILABILITY; HOWEVER, CHOOSING THE BEST METHOD OF USE FOR YOUR NEEDS WILL HELP ENSURE THAT YOU’LL RECEIVE THE MOST SUPPORT FROM PROPERLY SOURCED CBD.
CBD can be absorbed into the body through many methods. When determining how to take CBD oil, the most common ways include:
SUBLINGUAL METHOD
By placing drops of CBD oil tinctures underneath the tongue and holding for a few seconds, you absorb CBD directly into your bloodstream. It gets into your system in about 15 to 30 minutes, and the effects may last for a few hours.
INGESTIVE METHOD
With CBD oil capsules, softgels, or gummies, CBD can be swallowed and ingested. It takes the CBD much longer to get into the bloodstream because it must go through a first-pass metabolism, which breaks the CBD molecules further down.
TOPICAL METHOD
Through topical creams and balm, CBD can be absorbed into the skin. It won’t permeate enough to reach the bloodstream; however, when coupled with other pain-relieving or relaxing ingredients, such as menthol or histamine dihydrochloride, CBD may be useful for sore joints, muscles, and inflammation.
