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Both cannabidiol, or CBD, and tetrahydrocannabinol THC, come from the cannabis plant. Both act on the brain but produce very different effects. THC is a euphoric product that binds to the CB1 receptors in your brain, producing a sense of disconnection or “high” while CBD acts on other neurons.
Health Considerations
Before starting dosage of either THC or CBD, it’s important to consider your goals. What conditions are you trying to treat? For example, both CBD and THC can help when managing
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anxiety
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nausea
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pain
However, THC is a better therapy for low appetite, so if you are struggling with nausea as a side effect of another therapy and need to increase your caloric intake, THC supplements may be a better choice than an isolated CBD.
For those working to overcome mental health considerations, it’s critical that you start with CBD. Because THC has a tendency to create a sense of euphoria, there is an inherent loss of control that you may not be ready for with THC use. Additionally, some suffer from feelings of paranoia when using THC, which may not help your particular situation.
Dosage Methods
With both of these products, there are immediate applications and delayed options. If you struggle to fall asleep, you may want to use a sublingual dropper of CBD oil under the tongue 15 to 20 minutes before bedtime. This method gets the product into your bloodstream immediately and goes to work, shutting down anxious thoughts and other contributors to anxiety.
If you struggle to stay asleep, the addition of full spectrum CBD gummies to your bedtime routine could be even more helpful. Because the product in gummies can’t be accessed until it’s digested, adding a gummy dosage before bed along with a sublingual dropper can give you an extended period of quality sleep.
No matter your health concerns, being exhausted won’t help. Additionally, getting into deep sleep allows the brain to shed the toxins that contribute to dementia and other conditions that are caused by a build-up of brain plaque. For your long-term health goals, a CBD dosage routine may be a great investment in brain protection.
Indica Vs. Sativa
As a general rule, CBD products come from indica plants. The indica variety of cannabis is lower in THC, so getting THC out of it takes more time, effort, and processing. If your state doesn’t allow THC sales and you buy CBD locally, it probably was harvested from the indica plant.
Indica products are generally used to create a sense of calm, even by those with a history of cannabis use who smoke the product for the benefits of the THC found in the flower buds. There is a sense of euphoric disconnection, but the relaxation inherent in the indica product creates little of the paranoia often associated with THC use.
The sativa plant naturally contains both a higher level of THC and a more energizing product. If you’re struggling with pain and muscle spasticity, such as from nerve damage, THC from the sativa plant can prove helpful. Make sure you don’t use this product before bed. Most sativa users get an energetic, creative boost from this product, so using it before bed is not a good choice.
Micro-dosing
For those who can legally buy CBD but can’t get THC in their state, using CBD during the day can be problematic. There are many points during the day when you need pain relief but don’t have time for a nap. In those cases, micro-dosing may be the best option.
The recommended starter dose for CBD users is 25 mg of oil. If you want to try micro-dosing with oil, put 5 mg in your coffee or tea and track whether or not it helps your discomfort. Another option is to use a vaping pen. Most vaping pens loaded with CBD cite 25 puffs as a full dose. Take two puffs and check your symptoms in a few minutes to see what happens to your pain level. Micro dosing can also help to shed anxious thoughts and increase your focus.
CBD can’t get you high, but it can help you fight anxiety and reduce your pain level. While THC can get you high, it can also help to control nausea and reduce your pain. Start with a small dose and track your experiences to find the best dosage for your needs. CBD and THC are both easy to customize to your needs.