Cooking with CBD

The popularity of CBD has quickly grown, and not only among youth; the popularity of CBD for seniors is also growing. 

Seniors tend to be more uncomfortable with vaping or smoking CBD, but are often open to ingesting it orally. Fortunately, you can easily cook with CBD.  

What you need to know about cooking with CBD.

How to cook with CBD depends on the product you’re starting with. Are you starting with dry hemp flower? Or are you starting with an already infused hemp oil or butter? 

If you’re using CBD oil, then you can go straight to cooking. You 

If, however, you’re using dry flower, you’ll need to complete a few steps first, including the most important step: decarboxylation. 

What is Decarboxylation? 

Decarboxylation is a chemical process that causes the acidic form of a molecule to lose a carboxyl group and become a slightly different molecule. CBDA decarboxylates into CBD. THCA decarboxylates into THC. 

Why do We Decarboxylate? 

The hemp plant in its natural state, doesn’t actually contain much CBD. Instead, dry hemp flower contains CBDA. When heated, CBDA converts into CBD. 

The same is true for CBD’s cannabinoid cousin, THC. Natural cannabis flower actually contains low levels of THC. Some cultivars do however contain high levels of THCA. When heated, the THCA converts into THC. 

CBDA and THCA do have some therapeutic value, but when choosing to consume cannabis, most people are looking for CBD or THC.

How To Decarboxylate 

Decarboxylation occurs quickly when smoking hemp flower. Decarboxylation is triggered by the heat of the flame. Additionally, because of the high heat, many cannabinoids are lost or destroyed. This makes smoking a very inefficient method of consuming cannabis. 

However, when you decarb the cannabis by cooking it, you have better control of temperature. This allows for a more efficient use of the plant, which makes it easier to capture more cannabinoids compared to smoking. Ultimately, cooking cannabis is more efficient than smoking. 

Many consumers decarboxylate cannabis in the oven at 240 degrees for 30-40 mins. 

The true perfect oven method has not been determined yet. Recommendations for proper decarbing vary wildly. 

Unfortunately, oven temperatures are notoriously inaccurate so it’s wise to purchase an oven thermometer. Monitoring the oven temperature while cooking, can help ensure an effective decarb. Alternately, there are devices available that allow consumers to decarboxylate their cannabis perfectly at home. 

Infuse the Oil

After decarbing, you’ll need to infuse the carrier ingredient you plan to cook with.

Cannabinoids are fat-soluble, so high-fat oils and butters will infuse the best. But, you can infuse a wide variety of substances, including milks, cheeses, creams, syrup, and even honey. The processes for these infusions vary.

The most common ingredient to infuse is oil. The amount of oil you’ll need varies depending how much cannabis flower you have. I personally like my oil as potent as possible, so I only add enough oil to cover the flower. 

There are many ways to infuse oil. You can make cannabis oil in a crockpot, a double broiler, or a mason jar in a boiling pot. There are also a variety of devices on the market specifically designed to infuse oil. 

How to Infuse CBD Oil in a Double Broiler

Here’s the process for infusing CBD oil using a double broiler: 

1. Add oil and decarboxylated cannabis to top pot
2. Cook over medium for two hours, stirring frequently
3. Strain oil using cheesecloth or a mesh strainer 

That’s it! Now you have your very own homemade CBD oil, and are ready to cook. 

Challenges of Homemade CBD Oil 

There are some challenges of homemade oil. It’s easy to overcook or undercook. Additionally, because there are multiple steps, it’s easy to make a mistake during the course of either process. . 

Dosing is also a challenge with homemade CBD oil.

If you know the percentage of CBDA in the flower, then you can estimate how much CBD the end product might contain. However, it’s unlikely that 100% of the CBDA will be decarbed into CBD. It’s also unlikely that 100% of the CBD will be infused into the oil. Additionally, different ingredients infuse at different rates.

With homemade CBD oil, it’s very challenging to determine the exact dose and you have to estimate. If instead you choose to purchase a high-quality CBD oil, you will know the exact dose. 

How to Cook with CBD Oil 

You can add CBD oil to almost anything, brownies, pasta, smoothies, coffee. The only thing you want to avoid when cooking with CBD, is high-heat. High heat can destroy the CBD and other cannabinoids. 

Baking with CBD Oil 

CBD’s boiling point is estimated to be between 320 to 356 °F. BUT that doesn’t mean you can’t bake with CBD! 

People often ask if baking with cannabis oil will ruin it because of the high heat of the oven. It does not. It’s perfectly acceptable to bake with cannabis oil. 

Even though the oven temperature is 350 degrees, the inside of the cake never gets that hot. The internal temperature of a fully cooked cake is 210 degrees. 

Other Ways to Cook with CBD Oil 

Frying with cannabis oil is not recommended. If you want to add CBD oil to a sauce, it’s recommended to do so after the sauce has finished cooking. Boiling or sauteing CBD oil, can destroy the CBD. 

However, it’s great to add after it’s done cooking. CBD oil is a great ingredient to mix into smoothies or drizzle over salads. 

How Much to Use 

It’s very important to make sure you don’t consume too much CBD oil. Too much CBD oil can cause discomfort. When planning your infused meal, make sure your portion size correlates with the doses of CBD oil you add. As always talk to your doctor before adding CBD to your wellness routine. 

Conclusion

You can cook with CBD oil and it’s a fairly easy process. You can use dry hemp flower, or skip a few steps and instead use a high-quality brand of CBD oil. You can add CBD oil to almost anything. Just remember to pay close attention to the levels of heat you use in the cooking process. 

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What Can You Do With High CBD Hemp Flower?

CBD Hemp flowers are the buds of the hemp plant. CBD (cannabidiol) is a cannabinoid found in the extract of the cannabis plant. CBD has no intoxicating effects. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), on the other hand, causes the “high” effect typically associated with marijuana.

CBD does not produce an unwanted “stoned” effect and it also may offer a variety of therapeutic benefits. or many people, it noticeably relaxes the body. The CBD in various products on the market are made from hemp CBD flowers. Scientific research and reports from CBD consumers attest to its positive health impacts.

Some key benefits may include:

• Anti-inflammatory Properties
• Anti-anxiety
• Anti-depression
• Pain Relief
• Better Sleep

Most Popular Ways to Use CBD Hemp Flower

Always consult with your doctor before using any form of CBD, whether it is the hemp flower, oil, topicals, or edibles. While CBD is considered safe and well-tolerated, there are mild side effects and drug interactions.

First, Decarboxylation

Before we discuss ways to use CBD hemp flowers, let’s talk about decarboxylation. Decarboxylation is the process that converts CBDA to CBD. 

If your goal is to consume CBD, eating raw, freshly picked hemp plants is equivalent to eating a bunch of roses: nothing. Raw hemp flowers do not contain much CBD, but do contain high levels of CBDA. 

Although there are some therapeutic benefits attributed to CBDA, most consumers consuming hemp are seeking CBD.

Hemp can be decarboxylated with heat. When you smoke or vape, the plant is automatically decarbed by the heat of the flame or vaporizer. However, if you choose to use your hemp flowers in other ways, as we discuss below, you’ll need to vaporizer your CBD flowers first.  

The Ardent Nova Decarboxylator is a device that decarbs perfectly every time, but there are a variety of ways to decarb. 

You can also decarb in an oven. Simply grind the cannabis flower, spread it out on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet, cover the buds with another piece of foil, and then “bake” it in the oven at 225 °F for about 45 minutes. 

Decarboxylation is a must to make effective edibles and other methods of consumption. Simply mixing raw cannabis flowers into a brownie or cookie batter won’t work. Instead, you need to make cannabis butter, aka cannabutter, or oil to reap the anti-inflammatory and anti-anxiety effects.

Let’s explore some of the things you can do with CBD flowers:

Smoke

Smoking the flower is the oldest, cheapest and one of the most popular ways to get the benefits of CBD.

The benefits of CBD set in immediately with inhalation via smoking. Research shows CBD may be more bioavailable via inhalation. This means, smoking CBD flower allows for greater absorption of a much broader range of helpful cannabinoids. 

Hemp flowers can be smoked just like tobacco. It can be rolled in rolling papers or smoked with a pipe. Remember, no decarbing is required when smoking. 

Vape

Just like smoking, you can vape CBD flowers. In order to vape flower, you need a high-quality dry herb vaporizer. There are also wax vaporizers and vape pens that use cartridges. The type of vaporizer you choose depends on the product you plan to consume. Choosing a high-quality vaporizer can be challenging because there are so many on the market. 

When utilizing a vaporizer, vapor is inhaled carrying the cannabinoids with them. Just like smoking, vaping is almost immediate. Remember, no decarbing is required when vaping. 

Oil

One of the most popular ways to ingest CBD is via CBD oil. 

CBD oil is a carrier oil infused with CBD. Large distributors use special manufacturing machines to extract the CBD and infuse oils, but you don’t need a factory. 

After decarboxylating, it’s easy to infuse your oil in a crockpot at home. Once it’s made, you can enjoy the oil in myriad ways. Many people simply ingest it directly using an oral syringe or dropper. You can also cook with it or add it to food. 

Alternatively, cannabutter is another option to enjoy CBD. Cannabutter is popular as a way to infuse CBD into brownies, cookies–you can just use it to replace butter in pretty much any recipe. You can add your CBD-cannabutter to pasta sauce, toast, or even mac and cheese. Cannabutter also makes an excellent topping for baked potatoes, popcorn, or in the morning on your pancakes! 

Tincture

CBD flowers can also be used to make a tincture. Tinctures can be made by using food grade alcohol to extract the cannabinoids from the hemp flower. You can also infuse vegetable glycerin with hemp to make a VG tincture. 

Tinctures can be taken under the tongue and this method tends to be faster-acting than edibles. Tinctures can also be used in recipes to make edibles. 

RSO/FECO

FECO stands for fully extracted cannabis oil; RSO stands for Rick Simpson Oil which is a type of FECO made via a specific method, but the two terms are often used interchangeably. 

FECO is extracted using food-grade alcohol. The alcohol is then evaporated and leaves behind is a sticky tar-like residue. That residue is FECO. FECO is EXTREMELY potent. 

FECO can be taken directly. It can be added to foods, and it can be used to infuse oils and tinctures. 

Suppositories

Hemp flower can be used to make CBD suppositories. CBD suppositories can be used vaginally or anally. Patients suffering from digestive disorders or issues like endometriosis, may benefit from CBD suppositories. Patients battling prostate cancer or other cancers affecting the pelvic region, may also benefit from suppositories. 

CBD Topicals & Bath Bombs

Humans have enjoyed the relaxing benefits of hot baths for millennia, and recently, we’ve figured out a way to enhance the experience: CBD bath bombs! Infused with soothing cannabidiol, these specialized bath bombs take bathing to the next level. Since CBD doesn’t make you stoned, it’s relieving to climb into a pool of water infused with the stuff. 

Topicals are an incredible way to utilize CBD. Consumers regularly report a decrease in local pain and inflammation when utilizing a CBD topical. Topicals are not systematic so you will not feel the internal effects of CBD when applying it to your closed skin. Topicals can be easily made from hemp flower. 

Conclusion

Many consumers have benefited from the CBD found in hemp flower. There are so many ways it can be used. Consumers need to find a method of consuming that works best for them. As always, consult your healthcare provider before adding any new supplements to your health care regimen. Trending Now

How to Choose the BEST CBD Products

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About NurseGrown Organics

NurseGrown Organics is a premier Vermont-based hemp company. NurseGrown is my favorite CBD company because they conduct stringent lab testing on all hemp products. Many companies do one basic test and claim they lab test, but one test is NOT enough. Jessilyn and Matthew explain why full-panel testing is important and what the differences between the various tests.

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Jessilyn Dolan’s Bio

Jessilyn Dolan started her career and journey as an herbalist, massage therapist, yoga teacher  and doula trainer. Later she went back to school for nursing, specializing in both maternal child health, substance use and mental health disorders. She is now a nurse researcher educator and consultant, for the University of Vermont and also consults independently.

Jessilyn started the Vermont Cannabis Nurses Association, part of the ACNA, to educate the community and medical professionals alike. She started NurseGrown Organics to be able to advocate for and offer the highest standard, and quality cannabis medicine.

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Matt Leonetti’s Bio

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Types of Pain

There are different types of pain. This can make addressing pain difficult because different types of pain require different treatments.

There are also many different types of CBD cultivars and different ways of consuming or applying CBD.

CBD for Inflammatory Pain

There are many reasons why people experience chronic pain in their joints, muscles, and tissues, but the most common is inflammation. This is essentially a chemical reaction in order to heal damage as quickly as possible while resisting infection.

Sometimes, however, the body’s inflammatory processes damage tissue, thereby triggering more inflammation and worsening the overall condition. This can result in chronic pain that can last for weeks, months, or even years. Some patients believe cannabis can help address chronic inflammation.

In the lab, CBD has been shown to minimize and relieve pain that occurs as a result of inflammation. Research shows it stops the inflammatory process in several ways. It halts the breakdown of anandamide, which regulates inflammation throughout the body, triggers programmed cell death ( known as “apoptosis”) in the immune cells involved with chronic inflammation, and blocks multiple pain receptors.

This was shown in a study published by the European Journal of Pain in which researchers topically applied a CBD gel to rats with arthritis – a condition caused by inflammation of the joints – for four days. The results showed a significant decrease in obvious signs of pain as well as inflammation levels, with no side-effects. However, more research using human participants is needed to support these findings.

CBD for Neuropathic Pain

One type of pain that has traditionally been very difficult to treat with conventional medicine is neuropathic pain, with only 40% to 60% of those who suffer from it experiencing partial relief from their symptoms with pharmaceuticals.

Nerve pain occurs as a result of dysfunction of or damage to the nerves and somatic sensors throughout the body, which can be due to injury or a condition such as multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that affects the whole body through muscle spasms that can be so severe they cause constant distress.

The results from one study suggest that CBD can reduce overall muscle spasticity by relaxing muscle fibers and blocking pain receptors, with a consequent significant reduction in pain and improvement in mobility in general. However, the results are modest, and further research is required in this area before these claims can be substantiated.

How to Use CBD for Pain

There are many different methods of consuming or applying CBD, and the effects of the cannabinoid on the body vary accordingly.

Oral Consumption

If ingested, such as by consuming CBD gummies, capsules, or other types of food and drink, the CBD is processed by the stomach and digestive system then transported to the liver, which breaks it down into metabolites.

These metabolites then go into the bloodstream and are able to activate the CB1 and CB2 receptors throughout the body. Because of the metabolic process, effects can take a while to be felt, although they usually are long-lasting.

Some patients report, this method of consuming CBD can be effective for the management of ongoing, long-lasting inflammatory and neuropathic pain, as the ECS is able to utilize the cannabinoid as needed – for example, by reducing inflammation and/or blocking pain receptors in the affected areas to provide relief for as long as possible.

Inhaled CBD

Conversely, when inhaled directly into the lungs via vaping or applied sublingually (under the tongue), CBD enters the bloodstream immediately and rapidly activates the CB1 and CB2 receptors.

Therefore, the effects are felt almost immediately after vaping or after around an hour after being taken sublingually, although they are relatively short-lived. Some patients report this an ideal method for someone who experiences sudden bursts of pain that need to be managed and controlled immediately.

Topical CBD

Additionally, CBD can be applied topically to injuries and conditions affecting the skin, joints, and muscles, including arthritis.

After it is absorbed, it activates the CB receptors located in the skin and is then utilized by the ECS. It may soothe pain by blocking pain signals from the affected area to the brain, reducing inflammation at the site, and inhibiting multiple inflammatory messengers in the body.

Patients report CBD’s muscle-relaxant properties come into play when applied topically, immediately relieving pain by relaxing tight muscle fibers.

How Much CBD Should I Take to Relieve Pain?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not regulated CBD, which means that there are no official recommended dosages. However, it’s possible to discuss it with a medical professional who may be able to guide consumers on how to choose an effective dose.

There are many factors that determine the ideal dose of CBD.

• Everyone’s endocannabinoid system varies, therefore each individual’s CBD metabolism varies. This is one reason why some people need low doses of CBD and others require much higher doses.
• Consumers should also keep in mind that not every human body can process orally consumed CBD. If oral consumption does not seem effective, consumers should try a different method of consumption.
• The method of consumption is also a factor in dosage. Consumers often report that they need to consume more via inhalation compared to oral consumption.

Finding the right dose of CBD is very individualized.Clinical providers often encourage consumers to start with a low dose of CBD and increase the dose gradually. Therefore, it’s always best to adopt the “start low and go slow” rule when experimenting with CBD: begin with a small dose and monitor the effects, and increase gradually and slowly until the optimum results are achieved.

Conclusion

Before beginning CBD for pain, patients should consult with their licensed healthcare providers– especially when taking prescription medication for your symptoms. CBD can interact with some medications.

While there can be adverse side effects from taking too much CBD, keep in mind that, according to the National Cancer Institute, as well as other experts, it’s impossible to overdose.

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How the Hemp Industry Changed

In 2018, the President of the US signed a new Farm Bill reducing restrictions on the hemp industry and blowing it wide open. For the first time since the 1970’s, it’s legal to possess, grow, and manufacture all sorts of products from hemp without worries of violating federal laws (of course people still need to be aware of state laws). The hemp industry boomed immediately.

 Applications to farm hemp (because it is still a regulated crop) increased by 300% in the first few months of 2019. This has created a huge cash crop of hemp to meet the needs of the textile and CBD industries.

As a result of this enormous crop that is being harvested right now, there is a plethora of hemp bud available. And just as medical marijuana is cultivated for specific therapeutic purposes, so now is hemp flower/hemp bud.

Get the Medicinal Punch Without the High

Thanks to science and the tenacity of growers and botanists who have worked for many years to cultivate specific strains of marijuana for medical use, it is now possible to cultivate hemp flowers that are low in THC and high in CBD.

THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, is the compound in marijuana, aka the cannabinoid, that causes people to feel high. The amount of THC in a specific flower varies greatly.

In order to be considered industrial hemp, the THC must be a very low in concentration. Industrial hemp products that are marketed to the general public must have 0.3% or less THC in them. With THC amounts so low, you cannot get high from it.

However, it should be noted that although the amount is too low to make you feel high, the trace amounts are occasionally enough to trigger a positive drug test. Individuals who face regular drug testing should exercise caution using CBD products. False positives are rare but ARE possible. 

Additionally, hemp flower is the flower of the cannabis plant. It looks and smells exactly like marijuana bud. The only way to know if it’s hemp is to test it. Again, you won’t get high, but you could get in trouble with local law enforcement who may assume it is illegal marijuana – so use common sense.

Despite the risks, hemp flower is a game changer for many people. CBD, another major cannabinoid in cannabis, offers a variety of purported health benefits. Additionally, CBD cannot make you feel high. CBD is non-intoxicating. 

People use hemp-based CBD to help alleviate a myriad of symptoms from stress and anxiety, to seizure control, to pain relief.

Cost Effective

Because there is less regulation and more growing opportunities, hemp-based CBD products tend to be less expensive than medical marijuana products, yet many of these products may still offer therapeutic benefits. 

 Since there is a boon of hemp bud right now, with a large crop being harvested and ready for sale , the cost of premium hemp flower is not overly prohibitive for most people either. In fact, it’s a pretty good deal with pricing ranging from $10 to $30 per 3 grams.

You can order hemp bud online and have it delivered directly to your home in bags that explicitly state that it is a hemp product, not marijuana. It’s important that patients ensure their products are being tested by third-party labs. Patients also need to ensure they receive copies of those testing to show the absence of THC in the product in case they have any interactions with law enforcement. .

CBD May Helps Some Conditions

CBD, or cannabidiol, has been shown to benefit many chronic conditions and may help alleviate symptoms of pain for many people. CBD might even help the body by boosting boost healing. CBD interacts with the Endocannabinoid System (ECS), a natural biochemical communication system which controls many different processes of the body.

The ECS is believed to be responsible for pain management, balancing the immune system, mood, metabolism, and the function of the neural pathways among other things. In theory, when CBD is introduced, it is like giving the ECS a supplement. Some think of it like high octane gasoline for your engine.

CBD flowers can be smoked or vaporized, but CBD buds can also be used to make your own edibles and tinctures. It can be used the same way medical marijuana is used. CBD can be hlepful for many patients, but some with serious conditions may benefit from higher levels of THC. 

Here are some of the conditions that people report CBD benefits. Conditions that CBD could help include:

•     Anxiety
•     Pain
•     Arthritis
•     Seizures
•     Strokes
•     Cardiovascular health
•     Diabetes management
•     Depression
•     IBS
•     Crohn’s Disease
•     Tremors such as those associated with Parkinson’s Disease
•     Alzheimer’s Disease

 This is, in no way, a complete list. Many people are finding new uses for CBD all of the time.

Because CBD helps so many different issues, it’s been nicknamed ‘the boy scout molecule’ with users claiming “it always does the right thing” for people.

The hemp flower is just another way that the cannabis plant can be used to benefit mankind.

Side Effects of CBD

Now you’re thinking “oh boy, here comes the bad stuff” but the reality is that there really that much bad stuff.  Most people using adequate doses of CBD do not experience negative side effects. However, like all substances, side effects are possible. 

No one has ever died from a CBD overdose. Additionally, CBD is not addictive or habit forming. Side effects from CBD can include sedation, stimulation, lowering of blood sugar, dry mouth, and nausea/ vomiting and diarrhea.

Side effects usually only present when someone takes too much CBD. Decreasing or skipping a dose can decrease and eliminate side effects. Patients should also keep in mind in rare cases, CBD can interact with some pharmaceuticals. Patients should seek guidance from their licensed healthcare providers for details about combining CBD and pharmaceuticals.  

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CBD For Dogs

Scroll through social media site and you’re likely to see an ad for CBD products. It’s taking the world by storm and seems to be everywhere.

Medical doctors and veterinarians alike have reported seeing results in their patients, both human and animal. You don’t have to be a human to enjoy CBD and you don’t have to be a dog either. Horses, cats, gerbils, mice and other animals may all benefit from using CBD.

This substance making waves around the world for the health benefits reported with its use. People who consume CBD have claimed it supports a healthy immune system, improves moods, focus, pain management and more. Of course more research is needed.

Despite the fact that the FDA has not approved cannabis as a medicine, it continues to grow in popularity. However, the FDA has approved Epidolex (for humans), a pharmaceutical branded CBD product for two seizure disorders.

The research associated with this product, got the medical community paying attention as it demonstrated the ability to stop or lessen seizures in some patients. This move by the FDA gave credibility to CBD and vindicated those who’ve made claims of therapeutic response using the compound.

What is CBD?

CBD is a plant compound, or phytocompound, derived from cannabis plants. It is a cannabinoid. There are many cannabis in cannabis and many other types of compounds as well. CBD is the most researched and popular cannabinoid from cannabis.

Commercially, CBD is primarily extracted from industrialized hemp because it is lower in THC concentrations compared to other varieties of cannabis.

CBD (which stands for cannabidiol) modulates the endocannabinoid system (ECS) in the body. Dogs have an ECS too. In fact, it seems that all animals do. We know birds, mammals, reptiles, and fish all have an ECS.

The ECS creates endocannabinoids in the body. These naturally existing cannabinoinds are believed to promote wellness and help the ECS regulate moods, immune system function, metabolism, pain management and more. In theory, when phytocannabinoids are introduced into the body they may also modulate the ECS improving health and regulating homeostasis.

What Can CBD Do for Humans and Dogs?

Regulation of pain is one of the popular uses of CBD. Our pets, just like us, may develop aches and pains with age. They are are also at risk injuries that cause pain. Some suggest CBD may help with all of this.

CBD is not a cure for anything, but research suggests it may relieve the symptoms of many chronic conditions and ailments that dogs may suffer from. Here is a general list of the things CBD has been suggested help with:

•         Cushing’s Disease
•         Diabetes regulation
•         Skin fungus and irritations/hot spots
•         Anti-nausea
•         Relieve anxiety, including separation anxiety
•         Relieve pain and inflammation
•         Relieve seizures and epilepsy
•         Relieve symptoms of cardiovascular disease
•         Help alleviate certain skin irritations and allergies when used as a topical treatment

This is a generalized, shortlist of the things people might use CBD for. Dogs who are being treated for cancer may also find pain relief and antioxidant boost that CBD is associated with.

CBD has also shown to be anti-tumoral in animal research. In lab studies, mice had tumors that shrank from taking large doses of CBD oil. While we don’t have a definitive treatment, nor can we say it is an anti-cancer agent at this time, there is a great deal of data that suggests is may have anti-cancer properties.

What to Look For

When it comes to finding the right CBD products and dosages for your dogs, do a little research and just like your dog, dig a little. You’ll find what you’re looking for. There are many products available out there. Remember a few ground rules to stay on the right path:

•         Use products who label as organic.
•         Ensure that there are recommended dosages clearly labeled on the products so you know what to start with or talk to an experienced veterinarian to receive advice on dosing.
•          Some vets recommend you use products made for pets to ensure that they are THC free (broad-spectrum products). Visit InnovetPet Hemp Treat at the link provided for products guaranteed to be safe for your pets.
•         Use CBD only sourced from hemp. You’ll see labels saying ‘hemp dog treats’ and this is the type of products you are looking for.

Dosing

Just like with humans, it’s good to start with a small amount and work your way up. Starting with a small dose gives you some space to increase the dose for your dog until you find what the perfect amount is.

Just like with humans, the perfect dose can be different for every animal. While too much CBD can cause side effects–like diarrhea, vomiting, restlessness, or sedation–CBD isn’t something that will cause death by overdose.

Slow increases is also a good way to avoid side effects like stomach disruptions. Pet parents have reported that skipping a dose or two, and then restarting with a smaller dose can be helpful. 

CBD Has Value

When taken as recommended, pet parents claim CBD can enhance the life of your dog. Some also boast about the powerful antioxidant benefits and rich Omega 3s, 6s, and 9s that are in CBD oils.

By creating balance, reducing inflammation, and easing pain, dogs often feel happier immediately. CBD won’t get your pup high. One of the best things about CBD is there is not intoxicating effects of  CBD. Pet owners report their pets seem happier and more peaceful after using CBD. 

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