Margaret CoolWhen the Flintstones vitamins were introduced in the ‘60s, the public started to look at gummies as toeing the line between candy and healthy food. It was only a matter of time before we had people who stuck to the habit of consuming them regularly well into their adulthood. They have since become one of the common forms of taking nutritional supplements.
With the rising popularity of cbd gummies in the last couple of years, it was inevitable that CBD gummies would enter the market.
This can lead to a lot of questions about hemp gummies, and if you do have one, worry not because we are here to help you out!
What are CBD Gummies?
CBD gummies are chewy candies that have been infused with CBD or cannabidiol, which is a hemp plant extract. The plant is a non-intoxicating type of cannabis. You can even find CBD gummies that use the compound for infusion.
On the other hand, some have “full-spectrum” CBD with a variety of nutrients and other cannabinoids. They tend to pick up THC which is responsible for the high associated with marijuana. Hemp might have 0.3% of it by weight at most, but this can still cause failure at a drug test.
CBD Gummies vs Hemp Gummies
You might be wondering about the difference between CBD and hemp gummies. While it ultimately depends on the manufacturer, there is a good chance that they are the same. The difference in language does not stem from different ingredients but from the complicated legality of CBD.
In 2018, the Farm Bill legalized CBD at the federal level as long as it comes from hemp and not marijuana. The Food and Drug Administration, however, disapproved of CBD edibles due to the mixing of drugs and food. Several local and state governments have gone against the laws or declined to enforce the rules of the government agency.
Due to the murky situation, a lot of retailers refuse to label ingestible products as “CBD.” It is not false advertising to use “hemp gummies” to refer to CBD-infused gummies as they are indeed partially made from hemp. This label opens up avenues they can’t access with the addition of a “CBD” label.
Taking CBD Gummies
CBD gummies offer a more delicious way to take the compound than tinctures or capsules. They also provide a sugar boost and a more discreet way of consumption when in public. Despite this, you must keep in mind that eating CBD will take longer to reach the bloodstream than a tincture.
If you are new to CBD, you should start slow – even if the gummies are delicious! Take a couple a day for several weeks to observe how your body reacts to them. If you have to, it is always possible to add more to the dose.
End Notes
If you like sweets and CBD, gummies are perfect for you! As usual, you should get in touch with a doctor before the consumption of CBD products to be on the safe side.
