CBD Not Working for You? Here Are 5 Possible Reasons Why
CBD Wellness
Before you breakup with CBD, consider these reasons.
I tried CBD, but it didn’t do anything for me.
Why isn’t CBD working for me?
Is all this CBD hype just a scam?
Sound familiar?
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a non-psychoactive component found in the Cannabis plant. It’s being researched for many possible medical benefits, and unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), this active compound doesn’t get you “high.”
People are using it to help manage a number of ailments, including:
chronic pain
inflammation
anxiety
insomnia
stress
You may have heard some folks with chronic conditions raving about good results. That said, there are also some legitimate reasons why CBD might not be working for you. So before you give up on it and tell your CBD-obsessed friends that they’re full of it, check to see if any of the following reasons apply to you.
1. Your CBD product isn’t from a reputable source
Where did you buy your CBD oil?
As it grows in popularity, it seems like CBD is popping up everywhere — from online companies to over-the-counter shops. You might have even tried a free sample to see if it works without investing anything more than the cost of shipping.
Unfortunately, some of these products don’t have high-quality CBD. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) hasn’t yet approved any non-prescription CBD products. Some scammers take full advantage of that fact by selling low-quality products that aren’t labeled accurately.
Some researchers analyzed 84 CBD products and found that only 31 percent of them contained the amount of CBD that had been advertised.
So the next time you’re looking to invest in a new CBD product, look for evidence of third-party lab tests. Lab testing can reveal exactly how much CBD is in the product, and the test results should be available for you to see for yourself.
2. You need to build it up in your system
Finding the right dosage of CBD can be a tricky endeavor. The appropriate amount varies for each individual, as every person has a unique biology that results in a different reaction.
So how do you figure out what’s right for you?
Start with a low dose and slowly increase it over time until you find your “sweet spot.”
Some folks find that taking a daily dose can help sustain a level of CBD in your body, which might stimulate your endocannabinoid system to make it react more to cannabinoids like CBD.
You may find it helpful to use a journal to log your results. Keep track of how much you’ve taken, how you feel before dosing and at several time intervals afterward, and any changes in symptoms that you notice. Over time, this info can help paint a picture of how CBD affects you.
3. You need to give it more time
The first time I tried CBD, I wondered if I’d wasted my money on some overhyped trend. I put some drops of an oil tincture under my tongue, expected near-instant relief from my chronic pain, and got… nothing.
My experience isn’t at all unusual, because immediate results aren’t all that common.
In fact, many people take CBD for several weeks or even several months before they see a difference.
Exploring the effects of CBD isn’t as simple as taking a couple of Tylenol and calling it a day. It actually requires a certain level of commitment to put time and thought into your process of uncovering the long-term effects.
4. You need a different delivery system
It seems like I’m hearing about a new CBD product just about every week. You can
find everything from CBD coffee to bath bombs and lube.
Common forms of CBD
topical creams
vape oils
capsules or suppositories
tinctures
So if you’ve been trying one delivery system with no luck, it’s possible that a different form would work better for you. One factor to consider is bioavailability, which essentially refers to how much of the CBD actually gets into your bloodstream. If you take a tincture sublingually — which means under the tongue — you’re absorbing it directly into your bloodstream. So you could get quicker, more noticeable results than you would from waiting for your digestive system to process a Softgel.
In addition, your most effective method may vary depending on what type of relief you’re looking for. For example, a topical balm won’t help you with your panic attacks. But it can offer potential relief for, say, sore muscles, if you zero in on that particular area.
5. Your level of absorption and reaction to CBD depends on a variety of factors.
Your endocannabinoid system is the system in your body that interacts with the active compounds in cannabis, and each person’s operates a little differently.
Each person can be affected by their metabolism, biochemistry and genetics.
But one thing’s for sure: It’s not as simple as taking some standard dosage and seeing immediate results. It takes time, patience, and ongoing research to find the right brand, dosage, and delivery method for you.
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