Why Full-Spectrum CBD has THC (and that’s a good thing)
Does full-spectrum CBD have THC? We will answer all your questions in this blog!
At Danodan, we make full-spectrum CBD formulas, because we believe that full-spectrum CBD provides the greatest benefits to you and is the most natural way of taking CBD.
So what does full spectrum mean? Does full-spectrum CBD have THC in it?
What are some of the benefits of full-spectrum CBD compared to other types of CBD?
Let’s find out!
What are CBD and THC
CBD (short for cannabidiol) is the main cannabinoid present in our full-spectrum hemp oils, but there are many others as well. That is because we use whole organic hemp flowers with a natural array of compounds, including cannabinoids, plant chemicals, and terpenes.
THC (short for delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol) is one of hundreds of cannabinoids found in hemp and marijuana, two members of the cannabis family. Generally speaking, hemp is lower in THC, while marijuana has more THC. In elevated amounts, THC causes the ‘high’ that made it famous.
The level of THC depends on the type of CBD product, from full spectrum to broad spectrum to isolate. But all widely available CBD products must have less than 0.3% THC by weight.
At Danodan, we share every product’s test results, so you can be confident in what you’re putting in your body. You can see our Lab Results here.
Different Types of CBD Products
There are several different types of CBD products available in the market today. Full-spectrum CBD, broad spectrum CBD, CBD isolate – all of these can be found on retail shelves. These different types of CBD refer to the variety of compounds contained in the product.
What does full-spectrum CBD mean? Full-spectrum CBD means a CBD product that contains more than just CBD – all of the natural parts of hemp, with nothing removed.
Hopefully, full-spectrum CBD is also made in a way that preserves and delivers all of those various compounds into the final product (but that isn’t always the case).
At Danodan, our process is designed to gently and effectively extract as many of these beneficial compounds as possible.
We infuse our organic hemp flowers into organic vegetable glycerin, which is a natural and effective way to extract the widest variety of plant compounds. Essentially, you get the fullest spectrum possible!
Also, glycerin is absorbed in our bodies more easily than oil. Oil is the most common liquid used for other full-spectrum CBD products, but many people have a hard time absorbing oil, which can mean you don’t get all of the CBD you take.
Glycerin is different, and it absorbs quickly and easily. That is why we consistently hear from our customers that they feel real benefits from Danodan Hemp Flower Infusions when other brands haven’t worked for them.
Some other brands try and reconstruct full-spectrum CBD oil from different isolates, mixing them together. While this may be better than just CBD isolate, it reminds us of Frankenstein’s monster – building something out of different parts doesn’t always get you the best results!
What about broad-spectrum CBD? Broad-spectrum CBD refers to CBD products that contain CBD as well as some other cannabinoids and plant compounds like terpenes. However, broad-spectrum CBD does not usually contain THC. This may be important for some people who are drug tested for their jobs. Even though THC levels in CBD products are federally required to be very low – below 0.3% – it is possible that it may show up on a drug test. But, as we will learn, even that small amount of THC can help make your CBD oil more effective.
What is CBD Isolate? CBD isolate refers to a product that contains only CBD, often in unnaturally high concentrations.
To make these products, CBD is extracted from hemp using intense industrial practices involving harsh solvents and chemicals.
The CBD is then crystallized into a tasteless, odorless white powder, which can be mixed into oil or suspended in water at very high potencies.
Unfortunately, CBD isolate does not contain any other cannabinoids or natural plant compounds, all of which carry their own benefits as well.