Watch Out For Fake CBD Products

Leave it to the human race to take a really good thing like cannabis and find a way to screw it up. If you haven’t heard, the FDA has recently been cracking down on business and organizations that produce CBD oil and other supplements. The reason for this crackdown is because there have been a growing number of manufacturers who are creating extremely low quality CBD products and selling them at full price. CBD is expensive, and you want to make sure that you are actually getting what you pay for. The fact that people can do this to the medical industry makes me very upset.

Especially when you look at the type of people who use CBD – those in constant pain or stress – why even bother them any further? Much of the CBD available at random liquor or tobacco stores is not actually quality CBD and has none of the same health benefits of actual cannabidiol CBD. This means that people are getting ripped off and possibly even poisoned against their will. Plus, the average consumer of CBD in the United States cannot necessarily tell the difference between actual medical grade CBD and the fake stuff that is being produced at a time a dozen.

Some of the CBD manufacturers are very good at creating convincing packaging and key cannabis buzzwords that can get people to believe that it is the real stuff. Unfortunately, this means that some medical patients who rely on CBD are not actually getting the medical benefits that they need. There were also legal problems that some of the top CBD companies got into in recently. Apparently, these companies were making claims about the healing and wellness of CBD products that were very exaggerated or even completely untrue. 

The problem with some of these claims is that consumers in America are buying these products instead of pursuing more beneficial and effective treatment options. The belief that CBD products will cure their illness may prevent some people from seeking actual needed medical assistance when it really matters.

This is something that the FDA could not ignore, especially after it was picked up by the cannabis community and created outrage among consumers. So what are some of the signs of real versus fake CBD products? How confident are you in your ability to determine which brands and labels can be trusted when you are buying your CBD products? Well, hopefully we can help and provide some clarity for you on this issue. One of the most common signs of a fake CBD product is that it is in a clear bottle. Real cannabidiol and terpenes can actually degrade when exposed to sunlight. CBD products that are quality will have dark bottles that keep the sunlight out to protect the products.

Another way that you can tell a CBD product may be fake is that the price is way lower than most CBD products you are familiar with. CBD is expensive because it takes a great amount of flower and processing to create a medical-grade supply of the supplement. Products that are priced extremely low are likely fake; after all, we are all trying to make some money out here, and real CBD manufacturers can not afford to price their products so low.

Another way to tell that you might be looking at a fake CBD product is if it makes some outrageous claims. If the bottle talks about curing cancer or diabetes and a whole host of other physical and mental conditions, it’s probably not the real deal. Real CBD products will have third party certifications and sourced clinical studies that suggest various health benefits and other wellness tips.

How to Use Medical Cannabis in the Summer 

Medical cannabis is some of the most versatile stuff. Whether your vape it, consume it through edibles, or even drink it, there are tons of great ways to utilize cannabis, and it’s all becoming more innovative than before. Summer is something that definitely also changes the way you’re able to utilize cannabis, and you’re definitely going to experience a lot of the benefits that it offers. Here’s our favorite ways to consume cannabis during the summer, and why some methods are better than others. 

Smoking It 

Smoking is one of the best ways to use it, as it’s pretty traditional. Whether you use rolling papers, joints, water pipes, bongs, or regular pipes, this is one of the top ways to use it. 

It does contain certain cannabinoids, and as it enters the lungs, it then is used. 

This is one that’s the cheapest, and the effects are fast, about 15 minutes or less. However, this is also a bit risky, since it can have carcinogens within it. Smoking via a joint or pipe is also considered the cheapest though, especially for those who don’t want to invest too much. 

Vaping 

This is the new popular way to take in cannabis, since it is a nice alternative. It’s smokeless, and it basically involves heating up the marijuana turning it into vapor, and then it gets absorbed when you inhale this. 

Again, this is another fast-acting sort of means, and usually within 15 minutes, you’re good. It also takes out the carcinogens, and you’re not having to worry about the effects of that. It’s also more flavorful. 

The major disadvantage is the cost, since it requires more specific equipment. But with dry vapes possibly taking the market, this could change for many people. 

Edibles 

Edibles are easy and effective, and considered one of the best ways to have cannabis if you want long lasting effects. This is one where you eat it, and then, it gets broken down, with the liver converting this to the right cannabinoids to distribute into your bloodstream. 

This is great because you can have as much or as little as you want. However,  always go slow, until you know your limit. The biggest disadvantage is that these are not predictable, so you could green out on accident, and they take a bit for them to work. 

Tinctures and Oils 

This is another popular way, and it works similar to how edibles do. The biggest disadvantage is that they’re super discreet, so if you’re in a state that still frowns down upon this, you don’t have to worry about judgment. They’re small enough for you to hide it in a bag too. 

The disadvantage is that it’s not as bioavailable, and some people don’t like the taste of them. they taste very much like weed, so keep that in mind. Plus, it doesn’t have the best terpene profile either, but if you want it quick and easy, with immediate effects while being discreet, you’re in luck. 

Dabbing 

Dabbing is one of the new [popular ways. Basically, you heat up the concentrates to a very low temperature, and then inhale this. The biggest advantage, but also the disadvantage, is that these guys pack a punch. Concentrates are known for being some of the strongest stuff out there and for newbies, this can be too potent. 

Plus, the equipment is very expensive, but if you use medical cannabis for a bit, and you want something that’s a bit more potent, this may be the right one for you, just be mindful of the effects.