What is full spectrum CBD oil?
Full spectrum CBD oil is a
CBD oil that, alongside cannabidiol (CBD), also contains the other natural compounds from the hemp plant, such as
CBG,
CBN,
CBC, terpenes, flavonoids and a fraction of THC (always less than 0.05%). Hence the name: the full spectrum. The compounds are obtained from the plant with cold CO2 extraction. That first produces
CBD paste, which is diluted with a carrier oil such as hemp seed oil or olive oil to make an oil.
What makes full spectrum special?
With full spectrum, all the natural compounds from the plant are together in one oil. Because they are taken together, they complement one another; that is called the entourage effect. If you want that complete composition and a very small amount of THC is no objection for you, full spectrum is the most complete choice. If you would rather have no THC, look at
broad spectrum or pure
CBD crystals.
Which strength suits you?
You will find full spectrum oil in various percentages. Which one suits you depends mainly on how well you know your own dose. Just starting? Then choose a lighter oil such as
5%, which you can dose very precisely. Do you already know how your body responds and do you need more and more drops? Then a more concentrated oil such as
25% is more practical, and often better value per milligram of CBD.
Frequently asked questions about full spectrum CBD oil
What does full spectrum CBD do for you?
We may not make any statements about that, so we do not. No health claims have been approved for CBD in the European Union. Online you will find plenty of webshops that do list everything CBD would supposedly reduce. Those are overstepping the mark, and that says more about the seller than about the product. We tell you what is in it, where it comes from and how you dose it. What you do with it is up to you.
What is the difference between full spectrum and broad spectrum?
Full spectrum contains all the natural compounds from the hemp plant, including a fraction of THC.
Broad spectrum contains those same compounds, but the THC has been filtered out after extraction. There is also
CBD isolate: only CBD, nothing else. Not sure? Our
guide walks you through it.
How much THC is in full spectrum CBD oil?
In our full spectrum oils, always less than 0.05%. That is the limit that applies in the Netherlands. Note: online you often come across the figure 0.2%. That is about how much THC the hemp plant may contain in the field, not about what may be in a product. With us, every batch is tested internally and externally, with a certificate.
Can you use full spectrum CBD daily?
That is the usual way: spread over two or three moments a day. Stick to the recommended dose and build up calmly. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not use it.
What should not be combined with CBD oil?
If you take medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist first. CBD can influence the way your body breaks down certain medicines. We have a separate article about it:
CBD and medicines.
Which strength do I need?
That depends on how well you already know your own dose. If you are just starting, choose a lighter oil such as
5%, which you can dose more accurately. If you know what you need and you are using more and more drops,
25% is more practical and often better value per milligram of CBD. You can read more about it in
how strong your CBD oil should be.
Not yet sure which oil you are looking for?
Unsure between the types? Our
guide walks you through it, or compare directly with
broad spectrum. Looking for a different strength? Then have a look at
5%,
25% or the full range of
CBD oil.
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