Welcome to the world of hemp! Saying world, is a pretty accurate way to describe hemp. Did you ever think that one plant could be so complex?! One hemp plant contains a whole galaxy full of unique components, each with their own specialized properties. The way in which CBD is extracted from the hemp plant can be equally as complex. Have no fear! We are here to make it easy by providing a simple definition of the types of CBD most commonly available. Now you can easily select which type works best for you.  

Full-Spectrum

Full-spectrum CBD contains small amounts of all components of the cannabis plant. This also means that it is considered the most effective at treating a variety of ailments. In other words, you are getting the full plant, so you are getting the full benefits. It also means that it can have trace amounts of THC. Federally legal full-spectrum products will always have less than 0.3% delta 9 THC. This is certainly nothing to be concerned about. It will not give the same psychoactive high associated with THC cannabis. In fact, it is safe to say you would not be able to achieve that sensation through ingesting virtually any amount of CBD. 

Broad-Spectrum

This type of CBD does not contain THC. It does contain other components of the hemp plant, so it won’t be solely CBD alone. There are at least 60 other cannabinoids found in the hemp plant including cannabichromene (CBC), cannabinol (CBN), and terpenes, such as myrcene, limonene, or pinene. You will still receive the great benefits of the hemp plant, but without small trace elements of THC. 

CBD Isolate

This is considered to be pure CBD product. Isolate contains no other compounds found in hemp. In other words, the CBD has been isolated from the hemp plant. The benefits you receive are that only CBD is working to resolve issues in your body. This may mean that higher doses of CBD isolate are required to achieve satisfactory levels of efficacy.