CBD products have grown massively in popularity, and people all around the talking about their love for CBD on social media.
Influential celebrities have praised CBD for how it has helped them, including Beyoncé, who recently told Harper’s Bazaar how it helped with soreness and inflammation while on tour, as well as helping cure her sleeplessness.
However, there is a wide range of myths about CBD that have deterred people from discovering the benefits for themselves, so we have a look at and bust 7 of the most popular CBD myths.
1. There is no scientifically proven health benefit of CBD
Many people believe that there are some conditions where CBD can be helpful, but there are no proven scientific facts.
However, two years ago, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the medical use of Epidiolex, a medicine that contains CBD to treat epilepsy, and has opened up avenues of further investigation for CBD’s medical value.
2. CBD does not work
A common myth is that CBD does not work, with some people saying how they used CBD for a week and were unable to tell any difference, so therefore it does not work.
This typically happens when people take CBD for a condition that is not connected with CBD or have not given it long enough to make a difference. Make sure you take CBD only for a symptom that CBD can treat.
3. The legality of CBD
This is a myth that has some partial truth, as legally, CBD can still be a little of a grey area. Despite CBD being different to THC (the element in cannabis that creates the high), as it still derives from the hemp plant, it is still a controversial topic.
4. People believe that CBD is psychotic
This is a myth that has limited many people from consuming CBD. The amount of THC present in hemp-derived CBD is around 0.3 per cent, and not anywhere near enough to create a high. It is often disappointing for people who try CBD for recreational use!
5. CBD is addictive
With some people believing that CBD is addictive, it creates hate towards CBD consumers and retailers.
However, according to the World Heath Organisation: “In humans, CBD exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential…. To date, there is no evidence of public health-related problems associated with the use of pure CBD.”
6. CBD in CBD products turn into THC in the stomach
Long ago, it was believed that CBD can turn into THC when it comes in contact with stomach acid. However, this was proven to be a myth when people who took large amounts of CBD were tested for THC and found none.
7. CDB is Not Safe
A myth around CBD is that it is not safe. However, the World Health Organization clarifies that naturally occurring CBD is safe for humans if taken in required dosages.
Hopefully, we have dispelled any myths about CBD, and if it’s good enough for Beyoncé, then it’s good enough for us!
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