Broad Spectrum Vs Full Spectrum CBD, Which is right for you?
For decades federal law did not differentiate hemp from other cannabis plants which made it illegal under the Controlled Substances Act, banning cannabis of any kind. Essentially hemp is a type of cannabis, however, the main difference is that hemp cannot contain more than 0.3 percent THC, which is the psychoactive compound responsible for getting people “high”. Having a long ancestral history of medicinal usage, cannabis has been continuously studied, under strict restrictions of course. Many of these studies have focused specifically on CBD and its potential benefits. With the ratification of the 2018 Farm Bill, studies on CBD have increased tremendously and shed light on the various benefits CBD has to offer including helping with anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and various symptoms associated with a variety of chronic illnesses. In the past few years, FDA has even approved drugs that contain CBD designed to treat severe cases of epilepsy with many other drugs in the process of getting approved.
Types of CBD
With the decriminalization of hemp, there has been a surge in companies offering hundreds of products promising to help with various ailments. Knowing what CBD is, and what types of products are available is important as you consider adding this supplement to your daily or weekly routine. When looking at CBD products you will find labels identifying the product as“broad-spectrum” or “full-spectrum”. But what is the difference? Which one is better?
Put simply, different products contain different compounds and percentages thereof. The difference between full-spectrum versus broad-spectrum CBD products is the amount of THC. Full-spectrum CBD contains all of the compounds and cannabinoids found in the hemp plant, including THC. It is worth noting that while full-spectrum CBD products do contain THC, the content is low (only up to 0.3%) and not enough to get you high. Conversely, broad-spectrum CBD contains all plant compounds except THC.
Benefits of CBD
The benefits you may experience from either product are also related to the compounds found in each product. Studies show that the presence of all compounds found in hemp, including THC, enhances the effects of CBD. This is better known as the entourage effect and refers to the cannabinoids working synergistically to provide more potent and efficient effects. This basically increases the potential health benefits of CBD.
Broad-spectrum CBD products are also subject to the entourage effect as they contain many other cannabinoids found in hemp. So, you still get results, but without risking exposure to THC. This is important because the THC found in full-spectrum CBD products could show up in a drug test if the content is higher, which tends to be the case with cheap brands. That is why knowing how and where your products are made is important!
If you are someone who cares about more natural, less processed foods or supplements, full-spectrum CBD would be the best choice. Full-spectrum CBD is the most natural and least processed form of CBD. Oftentimes, this makes it more affordable as it is easier to extract, and thus easier to produce.
As you consider what kind of CBD product you would like to incorporate into your daily routine, it is important to take quality into account. Knowing what you are consuming and how it’s made is important. With so many options available and given its unregulated status, many CBD products may not be what they advertise to be. This is particularly important when it comes to THC content. There are benefits to both full-spectrum and broad-spectrum CBD products and the only difference is THC content, which can be a deterrent to many people for various reasons.
Quality
If quality is important to you, try our products! Take our products, for example, unlike many other brands, we provide all testing information for all our products, so you know exactly what you are consuming. Your satisfaction is important to us and that is why we disclose all testing and content information so that you can make an educated decision.