CBD GUMMIES

Full-spectrum, in comparison to broad-spectrum and pure CBD isolate, will better promote what is known as the “Entourage Effect”. The benefits of CBD products become more transparent when it is manufactured as a full spectrum hemp extract because it offers several more active phytocannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids that are naturally-derived from hemp plants.

CBD POTENCY

Our CBD edible gummies are offered at 25 mg of CBD per gummy. We’ve found this to be the best serving size as 10 mg CBD and 15 mg CBD is just not potent enough. Click here for more CBD dosage guidance.

ARTIFICIAL & NATURAL INGREDIENTS

As for ingredients, we’ve found that many companies like to infuse their products with ingredients like l-theanine, lemon balm, turmeric, cane sugar, corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, & melatonin. Most of these ingredients we don’t necessarily have a problem with but we’d like to make clear that we do not infuse our gummies with melatonin.

We’ve always speculated that if any CBD company has the need to infuse their gummies with melatonin, it must be because the quality of their CBD is subpar and their proposed “sleep gummies” are simply infused with OTC sleep aid ingredients.

WHAT ARE CBD GUMMIES?

A CBD edible that is gelatin-based and created with water/juice, a form of sweetener, and infused with an industrial hemp extract; Cannabidiol (CBD). CBD is a single chemical compound known as a cannabinoid and is naturally derived from Cannabis Sativa plants.

CBD gummies can be broken down into three different types:

• Full Spectrum
• Broad Spectrum
• Pure CBD)

These three groups can be further broken down into an unlimited amount of options such as unique sizes, flavors, and CBD potencies.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES?

CBD Gummies come in many different forms, and may even target specific conditions like anxiety or inflammation. This really depends on the manufacturer, and how they have chosen to use their CBD extract when combined with the gelatin treats.

The primary distinctions between CBD-rich hemp extract gummies while disregarding the obvious (shape, color, taste) are two things:

• Type of CBD product
• Production method

Now, let’s break down the above for a more direct answer.

There are:

• three (3) specific types of CBD product
• three (3) different manufacturing methods used (more or less)

The Three Types of CBD Extracts Used To Make Gummies:

Full Spectrum CBD Gummies

Full-spectrum means that the CBD sourced was extracted from cannabis plants like hemp with full cannabinoid, terpene, and flavonoid profiles. This means it contains the entire cannabinoid profile from extraction, it has not been manipulated to isolate or remove specifics. Full-spectrum, for instance, contains THC, the cannabinoid responsible for the “high” effect we associate with marijuana. Full-spectrum CBD, if sourced from hemp, or according to standards for legal purposes, should contain less than 0.3% THC which shouldn’t influence a drug test nor cause any psychotropic side effects.

Broad Spectrum CBD Gummies

Use cannabinoid extracts that through processing or manipulation, have removed certain cannabinoids. This may produce for instance a full cannabinoid profile gummy that has selectively removed all THC. Generally, another potential negative of broad-spectrum gummies is that they don’t offer the entourage effect because it is missing some phytocannabinoids, flavonoids, and terpenes from the plants that the broad-spectrum CBD extract was sourced from.

Pure CBD Gummies

These are gummies that only have pure CBD incorporated in the mix. The product used for this is CBD Isolate and is a form of extraction that scientifically targets a specific cannabinoid. What is important to note here is that having no other cannabinoids to support the CBD molecule may potentially undermine its effectiveness.
Here is a great article that explains in very comprehensive detail the difference between full-spectrum vs broad-spectrum vs pure CBD.

Now that we have discussed the types of CBD used in gummies, we can move on to the different types of production styles.

CBD-Infused Gummies

These are directly infused with CBD at the ingredient mixing stage. They may contain CBD oil or isolate within the mixture before production. Some gummies like Cannabidiol Life’s Vegan, Organic, Non-GMO Gummies incorporate hemp extract directly into the product. Infused gummies may have an herb or plant-like taste, often sweetened or enhanced for a more natural feel and integrity.

CBD-Sprayed Gummies

Gummies produced in this way incorporate one of the extraction methods into water or oil-based adhesive concoction that will stick and dry on gummies. This is generally how companies add CBD in a cost-effective way or may increase or decrease already infused gummies for an extra kick.

CBD Rolled/Tossed Gummies

Gummies produced in this fashion will have CBD isolate directly applied as an additive to whatever sweetener is flaked onto them. Generally, gummies produced in this way blend isolate mixed with sweetener which is then tossed with wet gummies until fully coated.

WHAT DO CBD GUMMIES DO?

The answer to this question is not necessarily what CBD gummies do, but more so, what CBD does to the human body.  The gummy aspect is irrelevant in regards to offering you the correct answer.  Cannabidiol (CBD) acts on the human body’s Endocannabinoid System (ECS), naturally present in all mammals, which helps promote bodily “homeostasis” or a balanced state of well being by promoting better communication between the human bodies internal management system.

We’ve created an amazing, in-depth article called, “What Does CBD do?” and we highly advise that you give it a read.  There is a wonderful educational video on there as well.

HOW DO CBD GUMMIES WORK?

Cannabinoids interact with receptors in the human body to regulate a number of functions such as mood, appetite, pain, sleep, and the stress response. These receptors make up what’s known as the endocannabinoid system, or ECS for short.

The ECS was discovered in the late 1980s and appears to promote harmony or synergy among our body’s other systems, such as the nervous and digestive.  This process is known as homeostasis and is considered the main factor in the overall balance between the body’s various systems.

In fact, cannabis has so many potential uses as a relief supplement, it’s now being hailed as a “miracle plant” by a growing number of patients.  This isn’t surprising as many civilizations have been using cannabis for thousands of years and now, CBD, all on its own, is showing some of the same promising results.

CBD Gummies VS. THC Gummies

CBD is a sister cannabinoid to THC. Both CBD gummies and THC gummies have been shown to potentially help with many health issues. CBD may be more beneficial to consumers that find the “high” of THC uncomfortable.

As the legality of marijuana and other cannabis-based products continues to increase, consumers are becoming more selective, and cautious, with their choices. Specifically, when it comes to choices regarding CBD (Cannabidiol), and THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol); the two natural compounds found in plants belonging to the Cannabis genus.

According to Dr. Perry Solomon, CMO at HelloMD, a cannabis plant has more than one hundred chemical compounds. The primary compounds are called cannabinoids, or phytocannabinoids. The others are known as endocannabinoids. Endocannabinoids are also found naturally in the human body. In fact, there is an entire system in our body dedicated to interacting with cannabinoids known as the endocannabinoid system or ECS.

CBD is the main compound sourced from hemp plants that are known to potentially help with many negative conditions. Several studies show that CBD may help reduce symptoms from neuropathic pain, anxiety, insomnia, and may have other beneficial effects as well. Per the WHO, CBD has also been found to be potentially effective in reducing symptoms from several major diseases and ailments.
For more information, please read our full article on CBD Gummies vs THC Gummies. It will help you decide which Cannabinoid-specific gummy supplement is right for you and will dive in much deeper and focus primarily on the differences between the two.

HOW TO MAKE CBD GUMMIES

Did you know its possible to make your own CBD gummies at home with just a few ingredients? We are proud to present this easy to make CBD gummy recipe to our Cannabidiol Life family. The above short summary also has links to all products used.

One important decision to make beforehand is whether or not the gummies you wish to produce; full spectrum or pure CBD (no THC).

Full-spectrum gummies will call for a high-quality CBD oil and for pure CBD gummies, you’ll need premium CBD isolate powder.

Besides these main ingredients, you’ll also want to purchase in advance food-grade silicone gummy molds and baking supplies. For step-by-step instructions, please read our full article here: CBD Gummy Recipe

USES & BENEFITS OF CBD GUMMIES

While the CBD industry is prohibited for making any medical claims for any specific medical condition via the direction of the Food and Drug Administration, CBD consumers, as well as various medical & scientific studies, have reported some type of positive benefit after consuming or adding CBD to their diet.  We highly recommend doing your own research and we recommend using the NIH, National Institutes of Health Website as a starting point.  

We’ve conveniently added a few links below to be directly connected to the medical studies for specific health and medical condition studies.

CBD For Pain Relief:

• https://search.nih.gov/search?utf8=%E2%9C%93&affiliate=nih&query=cbd+pain+relief&commit=Search

CBD For Sleep:

• https://search.nih.gov/search?utf8=%E2%9C%93&affiliate=nih&query=cbd+sleep

CBD For Anxiety:

• https://search.nih.gov/search?utf8=%E2%9C%93&affiliate=nih&query=cbd+anxiety

CBD For Headaches & Migraines:

• https://search.nih.gov/search?utf8=%E2%9C%93&affiliate=nih&query=cbd+migraines

CBD For ADD & ADHD:

• https://search.nih.gov/search?utf8=%E2%9C%93&affiliate=nih&query=cbd+adhd

CBD GUMMIES DOSAGE & SERVING SIZE SUGGESTION

For ingested CBD (edibles/sublingual) products, here is the specific formula for you to use in order to calculate the perfect CBD dosage or Suggested Serving Size specifically for you:

Body Weight (lbs) x 0.325mg (CBD) = Recommended CBD MG Dose

Therefore, someone who weighs 150lbs would have a recommended CBD dose of 48.75mg of CBD.  For a more in-depth look into this topic, please read the full article here, CBD Dosage.

WHERE TO BUY CBD GUMMIES NEAR YOU?

Hemp oil CBD gummies may be purchased online or at various locations across the entire United States as well as in many countries worldwide.

At Cannabidiol Life, we believe CBD has the power to help people, so much so in fact that we’ve provided a convenient state-by-state guide where you can find locations to purchase CBD gummies near you even if they’re not from us. Click here to go to the guide.

With this service, we’d also like to invite you to try our CBD gummy edibles!

Why Choose Cannabidiol Life CBD gummies?

Our gummies come from organically grown hemp on EPA compliant American farms. We are USDA certified organic and are GMP compliant. Our raw materials are sourced from facilities that use sophisticated extraction techniques and help support the US economy.

We believe we produce some of the highest quality CBD products on the market if not the Highest.  Please visit our Shop to view our entire selection, or you can use our Store Locator to see if there is a store near you that is carrying our CBD gummies.  

CBD OIL BUYING RESOURCES

• If you aren’t a fan of purchasing online, we’d like to invite you to visit an amazing resource we put together here, “CBD Oil Near Me“. You can find local CBD stores in your area as well as links to CBD Legalities on a state to state basis.
• You can also view our Store Locator to see if there are any stores nearing you carrying Cannabidiol Life products on their shelves.