CBD Basics

Question 1

What does CBD stand for?

Answer 1

Cannabidiol (can-nuh-buh-dai-uhl)

Question 2

What plant is CBD derived from?

Answer 2

CBD is derived from the Cannabis plant, of which there are 3 varieties: C. indica, C. sativa, and C. ruderalis.

Question 3

What is the difference between cannabis and hemp?

Answer 3

Hemp is a specific variety of C. sativa that is higher in CBD and lower in THC. It has been grown for many uses and for hundred of years by many cultures. A couple things made from hemp are rope, clothes, sails, and even food.

Question 4

What compounds do hemp contain?

Answer 4

Hemp contains the same compounds as other cannabis varieties, but generally have more CBD and less THC.

Question 5

Is hemp legal?

Answer 5

The 2018 Farm Bill considers C. sativa plants with less than 0.3 percent THC as hemp or industrial hemp. Producers can grow it legally across most of the U.S., subject to strict regulations. Idaho and Mississippi do not allow the cultivation of hemp despite the 2018 Farm Bill removing hemp (THC

Question 6

Is CBD legal?

Answer 6

Hemp-derived CBD products with less than 0.3% THC are legal federally but still illegal under some state laws. Cannabis-derived CBD products, on the other hand, are illegal federally but legal under some state laws. Hemp-derived CBD is legal in New York state.

Question 7

Do any products at Clean Market contain more than .3% THC?

Answer 7

No, under NY state law, products containing more than .3% THC must be sold at licensed cannabis dispensaries. Adult cannabis use was legalized in NY state March 31, 2021, but is subject to quantity regulations. Clean Market only sells hemp-derived CBD products which are legal federally.

Question 8

How old does someone need to be to purchase CBD?

Answer 8

18 years old in NY state. Sometimes 21 if puchasing from a dispensary.

Question 9

What’s the difference between cannabis and marijuana?

Answer 9

Both words refer to the same plant, but due to the racist and anti-cannabis history of the word marijuana, the cannabis industry prefers the term cannabis.

Question 10

What does THC stand for?

Answer 10

tetrahydrocannabinol

Question 11

Do CBD products contain THC?

Answer 11

Full-spectrum and broad-spectrum CBD contain trace amounts of THC (less than .3%) as well at the 240 other phytochemicals found in the cannabis plant.

Question 12

Can CBD products with less than .3% THC cause a “high?”

Answer 12

No, CBD is non-psychoactive and non-euphoric, but the addition of the trace amount of THC can increase the therapeutic effects of the CBD.

Question 13

What are the three kinds of CBD?

Answer 13

1. CBD isolate
2. broad-spectrum CBD
3. full-spectrum CBD

Question 14

What is CBD isolate?

Answer 14

CBD isolate, like the name suggests, is the isolated CBD, without any trace compounds, phytochemicals, or THC.

Question 15

Will CBD isolate show up on a drug test?

Answer 15

Since THC is what is measured in a drug test it shouldn’t show up so long as the product labeling is accurate, but the newness and popularity of CBD has led to many low-quality products and false advertising so anyone subject to drug testing should be careful with CBD.

Question 16

What is broad-spectrum CBD?

Answer 16

Broad spectrum CBD consists of several cannabis plant compounds, but it is typically entirely free of THC. That said, there may sometimes be trace amounts of THC in broad spectrum CBD products.

Question 17

What is full-spectrum CBD?

Answer 17

Full spectrum CBD contains other cannabinoid compounds from the cannabis plant, low levels of THC, and terpenes.

Question 18

What are terpenes?

Answer 18

Terpenes are the aromatic compounds found in plants that give them their unique scent and flavor. Cannabis is particularly high in terpenes which gives full-spectrum CBD its unique flavor.

Question 19

What is the benefit of full-spectrum CBD?

Answer 19

Reliable and trusted research has pointed to the existence of an “entourage effect” where the inclusion of other cannabis plant compounds increases the effect of the CBD.

Question 20

Who should be recommended CBD?

Answer 20

CBD is a safe, effective, and natural treatment for many conditions and issues. Insomnia, inflammation and pain, and anxiety are some of the most popular uses of CBD.

Question 21

What CBD dose is the right amount?

Answer 21

5 mg or less would be a “microdose” but very few people will notice anything less than 5 mg. 
In general for a non-THC user:
10-15mg for daytime use
20-30 mg for insomnia and relaxation
50mg or more for pain

Frequent THC users will generally need to increase their CBD dose to have the same benefits of a non-THC user.

No upper limit is currently known for CBD but any new user should start with a low dose (perhaps 10mg) and slowly increase over time.

Users may notice a tolerance developing to CBD resulting in needing to increase dose but this tolerance curve should ultimately flatten.

Weight and height factor into dosing as well.

Question 22

Is CBD FDA-regulated?

Answer 22

No, and it is extremely common for CBD products to be innaccurately labeled, so it is important to buy from a responsible producer.

Question 23

How do you know if a CBD product is safe and reliable?

Answer 23

Going through a trusted retailor (ie Clean Market) and checking that the producer provides a 3rd party COA (certificate of analysis) are important things to look for when purchasing CBD products, especially online.

Question 24

What is hempseed oil and C. sativa seed oil?

Answer 24

These products are made from the seeds, not the cannabis plant and contain neither CBD nor THC. The similarity in names is often used to delude consumers into purchasing products at a high price point without the same benefits of CBD products.

Question 25

REVIEW: When was CBD made federally legal?

Answer 25

2018

Question 26

REVIEW: what is the main difference when speaking colloquially about cannabis and hemp?

Answer 26

Cannabis contains more THC and hemp contains more CBD and legally less THC than the .3% limit.

Question 27

Can you travel with CBD products?

Answer 27

Domestically: the TSA advised travelers May 2019 that CBD can be taken on flights so long as the product meets federal regulations (less than .3% THC) Internationally: Traveling internationally with CBD is not recommended due to its conflation with the psychoactive compound THC. Europe has a .2% limit on THC in products. Carrying CBD with any THC content is legal when flying to Canada up to a 30 day supply. CBD is not a prescription medication and is therefore subject to liquid limits on flights and should be put in your clear liquid baggy when flying with it in your carry on.

Question 28

Is hemp sustainable?

Answer 28

Hemp is an extremely sustainable plant that is often used for its soil regenerating and carbon sequestration properties. It also uses very little water. Cannabis grown in greenhouses however can rack up high electricity bills which are far less sustainable than outdoor cultivation. Hemp is an increasingly popular fabric alternative to cotton, which requires a lot of pesticides to grow.

Question 29

Which CBD brands does Clean Market have?

Answer 29

Plant People, Foria, Vertly, Lord Jones, Plant Alchemy, Apothecanna, Rose Los Angeles, and TheraOne are the CBD brands currently sold and recommended by Clean Market.

Question 30

What is the benefit of CBD skincare?

Answer 30

CBD is anti-inflammatory and highly effective in reducing facial inflammation and soothes skin conditions such as rosacea and excema.

Question 31

How can CBD products be used in intimate settings?

Answer 31

CBD can help reduce pain and inflammation to increase comfort during sex for people who are menopausal or have conditions that make sex painful such as endometriosis or dyspareunia.

Question 32

Which CBD products are best for a client hoping to reduce daytime anxiety?

Answer 32

Plant People Stay Sharp has a lower dose of CBD as well as other herbal compounds to help increase focus. Gummies such as those from Rose Los Angeles come in smaller doses or can be easily cut into smaller doses for non-sleep inducing daytime use.

Question 33

Which products are best to recommend for someone with accute pain?

Answer 33

A topical such as Plant People’s Soothe Balm or Apothecanna’s extra strength oil are well-suited to reduce inflammation and pain. If recommending a tincture, recommend one with a higher dose of CBD as reduction of pain usually requires a higher dose. Plant People’s Soothe drops come in a double strength variation that may be helpful for clients who need a stronger dose.

Question 34

Which products are best for insomnia?

Answer 34

A high enough dose of any oral CBD product can help someone fall asleep, but generally a tincture or capsule is best as gummies contain sugar which can be stimulating. Tinctures held under the tongue will reach the blood stream faster than a capsule.

Question 35

What is the “sublingual” method of taking CBD?

Answer 35

This refers to the recommended way of taking oral CBD tinctures. Users should drop the tincture under the tongue and hold it there for 60 seconds to increase speed and rate of absorption. Blood vessels under the tongue are the reason this method works best.

Question 36

How long will it take to “feel” CBD?

Answer 36

It will vary person to person but generally in 10-20 minutes. Will vary based on method. Vaping is generally the fastest but CM doesn’t sell any vapeable CBD products so tincture would be fastest in this case because the CBD begins to be absorbed when under the tongue, not in the stomach like a gummy or capsule.

Question 37

Who is CBD recommended for?

Answer 37

CBD comes in so many forms and doses for so many uses that there are very few people who won’t benefit by adding CBD to their life.