Both hemp oil and CBD oil are derived from the cannabis sativa plant, but they are not the same thing and will not have the same effects on the body. Hemp oil comes from industrial hemp, which is the term used to designate cannabis grown for food and fiber (not for marijuana). Hemp seed oil is derived from the crushing of hemp seeds, while CBD oil is extracted from flowers, leaves and stems of the cannabis plant. In short, hemp oil is essentially hemp seed oil derived from the crushing of hemp seeds.
CBD oil is short for cannabidiol and is what you are likely interested in buying, as it contains many medicinal properties. Marijuana is the plant that produces a high potency of THC that people smoke or consume to feel “euphoric”, which CBD does not produce. Since the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first drug based on cannabidiol (CBD), consumers are increasingly interested in the benefits of hemp seeds and CBD oils. If you only take hemp oil, you will miss out on the entourage effect, which is when all of the beneficial cannabinoids in CBD oil act synergistically within the body's cannabinoid receptors to enhance the positive properties of others and reduce the negative properties of others.
Since full-spectrum CBD oil contains THC, some people may use it for recreational purposes because it has psychoactive effects. While information on the safety of different CBD oils is lacking, researchers have studied the side effects of the individual ingredients of CBD-derived products. Once a carrier oil has been combined, the focus is on potency, which determines the concentration of the product depending on the amount of CBD present. Therefore, both full-spectrum and broad-spectrum CBD oils contain cannabinoids, terpenes, and phytonutrients that have many health benefits.
Since CBD oil has not yet been regulated by federal law, many poor quality brands and manufacturers could use misleading labels or claims on their product packaging. If you're looking to alleviate a specific health problem, CBD oil is an excellent choice because it works with your endocannabinoid system to help bring the body back to a state of balance. When ingested, CBD oil can help the brain and body by interacting with the endocannabinoid system and neurotransmitters that affect inflammation, pain, mood regulation and stress response. The most common carrier oil used with CBD is medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil, which is made from coconuts. It's important to read product labels carefully and research brands before choosing either hemp oil or CBD oil.
Additionally, it's wise to check with your doctor before starting a new regimen that includes CBD as it can interact with some medications.