What is the difference between CBD and THC? CBD oil is becoming increasingly popular. More and more people are coming into contact with CBD. We especially see that people who are not yet familiar with CBD are hesitant to use it. This is due to the confusion and comparison with THC.
Is CBD oil safe? Will it make me stoned or high? And am I allowed to drive with CBD oil in my system? How does CBD affect me, and is THC oil the same as CBD oil? In the following blog article, we will delve deeper into the difference between THC and CBD.
What is THC?
THC, which stands for tetrahydrocannabinol, is a substance that occurs frequently in the cannabis plant. THC is a cannabinoid and is often called the brother of CBD. THC is found in hash and weed products and causes a ‘high’ feeling.
If you consume too much THC, it can cause a psychoactive effect. Using hash or weed can lead to dependence, or addiction. Those who use it for a longer time can become mentally dependent. The more THC you use, the more you need to achieve the same effect.
THC is often consumed by means of a joint (a cigarette with weed or hash). Regular use makes smoking harmful to health.
There is another way to consume THC. This can be done through THC oil, also known as weed oil. THC oil, or weed oil, is illegal and is therefore often homemade.
When purchasing, you do not know what you are getting or how much THC or other substances it contains. Therefore, it is not recommended to buy or use THC oil.
What is CBD?
CBD, which stands for cannabidiol, is a substance found in the cannabis plant. The harvest is done when the plants are fully grown. Like THC, CBD is found in the buds of the plant.
By itself, it is a paste-like substance that must be mixed to make a CBD product. Besides CBD, there are also terpenes and flavonoids in the cannabis plant. The cannabis plant also contains THC. The cannabis plant is specially cultivated for CBD products and contains little THC.
The best-known product is CBD oil. To make CBD oil, CO2 extraction is used. Then hemp seed oil or MCT oil is added to the CBD. Depending on the amount, a percentage results. The strongest CBD oil is 30%. The lightest CBD oil is 5%.
What happens in the body after using THC and CBD?
The ECS, or endocannabinoid system, everyone has it. When cannabis or hemp comes from the plant, a product is made from it. Our body also produces cannabinoids itself.
When this system is out of balance, incorrect pain signals can be sent. The signals that transmit pain are sent by two receptors: CB1 and CB2 receptors.
The most important thing is that this system is balanced. CBD can bring the ECS into balance. A small amount of THC can make the effect work faster and you feel relief from your complaint sooner. Too much THC is not good and only provides temporary relief.
What is the difference between CBD and THC?
Both CBD and THC come from the cannabis plant. However, the cannabis plant used for CBD contains little THC. The weed plant is used to make THC products and contains a lot of THC.
If a product contains more than 0.05% THC, it is illegal and may not be sold according to the law. Therefore, CBD products never contain more than 0.05% THC. This percentage is undetectable, and the THC has no direct effect on the body.
The difference between CBD and THC is that CBD is not psychoactive and does not affect your immediate performance. THC is psychoactive, and when using THC, you can feel stoned. You feel different than usual and behave differently than normal.
CBD and THC are like brothers and are often compared. Yet they are two completely different substances with different effects.
Are you allowed to participate in traffic with THC oil?
We can already read above that THC affects your current state. When using THC, you can become stoned. Being stoned refers to the more physical experience during a cannabis high.
It affects your taste, hearing, smell, touch, and sight. This means you are not yourself and can lose control if you have too much THC. Therefore, when using THC oil or smoking weed or hash, you are not allowed to participate in traffic.
If you have used CBD oil, you are allowed to participate in traffic. CBD contains less than 0.05% THC and is undetectable. The minimal amount of THC in CBD cannot make you stoned or high. It does not affect your physical condition.
Is THC or CBD addictive?
We have now learned the difference between THC and CBD. But is it addictive? We have already revealed a little about THC. Too much THC can lead to dependence. If you use a lot of THC, your body needs more THC for the same effect.
The ‘high’ you get from THC is addictive. You want to feel the same as before. THC is addictive with frequent use. Therefore, it is not recommended to use THC daily. If you do use a lot of THC and want to stop, gradually reduce the THC dosage.
CBD is not addictive. With THC, you feel the effect immediately. With CBD, your body builds up a level and it takes longer to achieve the desired result. This is one reason why many people, without proper information, quickly give up on CBD oil.
In the long term, CBD works best and can help your body recover well from the complaints you have. Even if you use CBD for a long time, you can stop immediately. Many people have a positive experience using CBD.
If you stop using CBD oil, complaints may worsen after a few weeks. This makes the use of CBD desirable but not addictive.
The differences between CBD and THC summarized
After reading this blog article about the difference between CBD and THC, you have become much wiser. Here are the differences between CBD and THC summarized:
- CBD is not addictive – THC is addictive
- You may participate in traffic with CBD. Not with THC
- CBD comes from the cannabis plant – THC comes from the weed plant
- CBD does not affect your mental state – THC causes a ‘stoned’ feeling
- CBD requires a buildup phase – THC has an immediate effect
- CBD is legal – THC is illegal and not allowed by law
- The properties of THC and CBD are completely different, but they can enhance each other
If you have complaints and want to use CBD, always check that there is not too much THC in the CBD oil. You can always ask for an independent test report when purchasing. If you order your CBD oil from ProHemp, you can be sure that the CBD oil is of good quality. ProHemp’s CBD oil is tested by independent laboratories. All substances in the CBD oil are therefore known.
We advise not to buy or use THC oil. THC oil is made by individuals and is a homemade brew. You never know what substances it contains or how much of these substances are in it. The most important thing is to work on your natural health.
The effect of CBD is best when you take it consistently. Think about the right CBD concentration. Every body reacts differently to CBD. It can therefore be a search to find which CBD concentration suits you best.
CBD is legal on the Dutch market. If you want to use CBD, buy it from a webshop that is legal. You can recognize this by various quality marks. ProHemp is a Dutch webshop with experienced specialists in the field of CBD and cannabinoids. If you have questions about which type of CBD is best for you, our specialists are ready to help you.