Millions of Americans have already tried CBD. And studies show many of them are absolutely thrilled with the results.
CBD has become a game-changer for some folks battling pain, sleep issues, mood disorders, headaches, and more.
But there IS one major problem with this natural solution. CBD is a direct threat to the drug industry. After all, Big Pharma makes big bucks off of those same conditions.
And make no mistake, the drug companies would prefer you come to THEM with your health complaints than use a natural solution at home. So it’s no real surprise that CBD disinformation and outright lies thrive online and on social media.
After all, there are a whole lot of folks who prefer to keep it that way. In fact, the disinformation machine has been so successful that many people who would like to try CBD won’t do it because of some of the things they’ve heard.
But new research finally clears up one of those major myths. Plus, prior studies have dispelled many of the others. So let’s take a closer look.
Putting the “high” myth to bed
The biggest myth about CBD is also the one that probably keeps more people from trying it than any other. And that, of course, is the idea that you might get “high” from the stuff.
So let’s just clear that one up right away. It’s pure nonsense.
CBD is derived from hemp. It’s the same type of plant as marijuana, but hemp is essentially THC-free. That’s the compound that makes marijuana psychoactive.
In other words, CBD can’t possibly make you feel high because it doesn’t even contain any significant amount of the chemical that does that.
But because so many people are still unsure, new research put the “high” notion to the test in a real-world scenario. They looked at CBDs’ effects on driving.
To be safe, they used simulated driving tests to make their measurements. And the results were, well, not surprising.
The researchers tested 17 volunteers after giving them a placebo and various doses of CBD from 15 mg all the way up to 1,500 mg.
The tests were repeated at different intervals, just in case the herbal extract took longer to “kick in.” Plus, they checked blood levels to confirm that CBD was absorbed into the body.
But, in the end, none of the adjustments in dosage or timing made a difference. The folks continued to ace their driving and cognitive tests regardless of the adjustments.
The CBD had no impact at all, period.
MORE top CBD myths busted
The myth about CBD being psychoactive may be the most significant misunderstanding about this natural remedy. But it’s far from the only one.
There are three more that I hear quite frequently.
It’s illegal: CBD isn’t illegal in most cases and places. It’s always a good idea to check local laws, of course. But the lack of THC in most CBD products typically makes it legal locally and on the federal level, too.
CBD is all the same: Once people decide to try CBD, they assume it doesn’t matter who you buy it from because it’s all the same. They think that, similar to products like ibuprofen, it doesn’t matter who makes it. But that’s not entirely true.
There are low-quality and high-quality forms of CBD out there. So you need to do a little homework to ensure you get the best product from a maker you can trust. I’ve got some tips on doing just that for you right here.
It doesn’t work as well as marijuana: Some people think that because CBD isn’t “real” medicinal marijuana, it doesn’t work effectively. But the truth is that’s like comparing peas to pizza. They’re two entirely different things.
And besides, it’s not true either. Marijuana has its own unique benefits, of course. But a survey of CBD users found that 80 percent considered it “extremely effective.” Plus, incredibly, 40 percent said they no longer needed meds thanks to CBD.
I’ve got more details on some of the ways safe and legal CBD could help you in my free special report HERE.
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