Not every CBD oil is of good quality
The immense popularity of CBD has led to a proliferation of CBD products and CBD brands in recent years, the quality of which is certainly not always paramount. Various studies have therefore shown that there are many CBD products on the market where the CBD content does not correspond at all to what is stated on the packaging. In addition, the THC content can be much too high or even pesticides can be present in the oil.
Therefore, make sure that the CBD you buy is produced by brands that you can trust. Reliable brands have their products tested and certified by independent, external laboratories. You can always request a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for these products. At Dutch Vitals we only work with premium brands such as Dutch Hemp and Wedihemp, so you are always guaranteed CBD oil of number one quality.
The taste is not always to your liking
A second disadvantage of taking CBD oil is the taste for many people. Personally, we love the nutty flavor of CBD oil based on hemp seed oil, but we know that not everyone is a fan of this. Do you want to use CBD oil and do you not like this taste? Then it is smart to choose a CBD oil based on olive oil, such as this one from Wedihemp. There are also various oils with flavors such as lemon and peppermint.
Incidentally, in addition to CBD in oil form, there are various other ways to take CBD. Think tasteless capsule beds, tasty edibles en CBD patches. Knowing more? watch here four ways to take CBD.
CBD oil disadvantage: the price
Making high-quality and safe CBD oil is a complex and costly process. As a result, CBD oil is not one of the cheapest dietary supplements. On the other hand, it is also a matter of what you compare the price with. CBD oil is often more expensive than a jar of vitamin pills, but compared to expensive medical treatments, it is of course not too bad. A few tips to save on the price:
- Buy your CBD oil from brands that don't spend astronomical amounts on marketing.
- Order CBD oil in bottles with a larger volume and a higher CBD content. These are cheaper per gram of CBD.
- Buy your CBD from a webshop that offers volume discounts, such as Dutch Vitals.
- Consider buying pure CBD paste or CBD crystals instead of CBD oil and here to experience CBD oil yourself.
The effect of CBD can be disappointing
Many people start using CBD because they hear positive stories about it from people around them. However, remember that CBD does not have the same effect on everyone and that every body reacts differently to it. Because CBD cannot cause serious side effects, you will not feel bad, but you may not notice it at all or not at all. So don't necessarily expect miracles from the CBD, but be realistic. Then it can only work out.
To prevent the effect of CBD from being disappointing, there are a few things you can do:
- Buy good quality CBD oil.
- Choose the right daily dose (we recommend starting with 5% CBD and taking 1 to 3 drops 3 to 4 times a day).
- Use a higher dose if you notice little or nothing of the oil.
- Try to keep taking the oil for at least two weeks to give it a chance to build up in your system.
CBD oil may contain THC
Because CBD oil is extracted from the cannabis plant, many CBD oils also contain a small percentage of THC. This percentage is (provided purchased from a reliable seller) always less than the legally permitted percentage and therefore 100% safe and legal. However, some people are hypersensitive to THC or may not have THC in their blood due to travel or their occupation. It is also not wise to give an oil with THC to animals.
Is it important to you that the CBD product contains no THC at all? Then choose broad spectrum CBD oil or products based on broad spectrum CBD or CBD isolate. These products are completely free of THC.
Do the benefits outweigh the drawbacks of CBD oil?
Or the benefits of CBD oil Outweighing the disadvantages of CBD oil is, in our opinion, a personal consideration. At least we think so. As long as you know what you are taking it for and your body responds well to the CBD, there are few products that you will enjoy as much as CBD oil. So give it a chance and see for yourself what CBD can do for you.
