162. CBD Isolate vs Full-Spectrum CBD vs Broad-Spectrum CBD. Making Sense of it all.

There are 3 different types of CBD products on the market. We'll describe each of them below, but first: What is CBD Isolate?

CBD isolate is pure cannabidiol with all other compounds from the hempt plant removed, including THC.

What are the advantages of THC-Free CBD Isolate?

• Avoid Psychoactive Effects: ​CBD isolate does not contain THC, the psychoactive compound in hemp, so you will not feel "high" or have any intoxicating effects. ​This is a primary reason consumers choose it.

• Drug Test Concerns at Work: THC-free CBD isolate eliminates the risk of failing a drug test for THC, which is a major concern for many individuals due to workplace testing or other circumstances.

• THC Sensitivity: It's ideal for individuals who are sensitive to even trace amounts of THC found in full-spectrum products.

• Legal Compliance & Restrictions: It is suitable for areas with strict regulations or zero-tolerance policies regarding THC.

What Are The Benefits & Uses of CBD Isolate?

​CBD has gained a lot of attention for its long history of use supporting overall wellness, with research exploring its impact on various physiological systems.​

• Anxiety and Depression Support: ​Studies and clinical trials suggest CBD may help reduce anxiety by influencing serotonin receptors in the brain. ​Accumulating evidence suggests that CBD may possess antidepressant properties in both human and animal studies, often with few side effects. ​Its interaction with receptors in the central nervous system (CNS) also suggests a role in regulating anxiety.

• Pain Management: ​CBD demonstrates potential in alleviating pain by interacting with the endocannabinoid system, which plays a role in regulating various physiological processes, including pain sensation. ​Its interaction with receptors in the central nervous system (CNS) also suggests a role in regulating pain as well.

• Inflammation Management:  ​Research indicates that CBD can have an effect on the immune system, influencing inflammation. ​This includes regulating T cell activity and suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokines.

• Improved Sleep Quality: ​CBD may contribute to better sleep by addressing underlying issues like chronic pain and anxiety that disrupt sleep patterns. For me, it stops those recurring thoughts that keep me from settling in.

• Antioxidant Properties: ​CBD has been recognized for its antioxidant activity, which can help protect cells from damage caused by oxidative stress. ​This protective effect contributes to its effect on overall wellness.

• Our CBD isolate is Organic! And we show you our independent lab results on every CBD product page. If you're not seeing them with other brands, you should wonder why.

Versatility: How to Use Our CBD Isolate Products

​At Spiral Herbal Remedies, we've carefully formulated our CBD isolate products for your daily wellness and skincare routines, offering applications for a range of needs.​

• Sublingual CBD Oil: Whole-Body Wellness: Our Organic THC-Free CBD isolate Oil is designed for sublingual application. A few drops are held under the tongue, and the CBD is absorbed directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system. This method ensures a quick delivery of CBD throughout the body, allowing it to reach and interact with internal systems that cannot be accessed topically, offering support for pain, inflammation, anxiety, depression, sleep, and antioxidant properties for overall systemic well-being.

• Topical CBD Salve: Targeted Relief: For localized discomfort, our Organic CBD isolate Salve is ideal for topical application. This salve is formulated to be massaged directly onto areas of pain or inflammation that are accessible externally. For optimal effect, apply the salve directly over the nerve causing discomfort or the inflamed area, allowing the CBD to interact with cannabinoid receptors in the underlying tissues for targeted relief.

• Furry Friend CBD: Gentle Pet Support: We offer a specially formulated CBD isolate oil for pets, our Furry Friend CBD. This product is more dilute for dosing in smaller animals and is completely free of peppermint, making it safe for both dogs and cats, to support their well-being, as peppermint is toxic to felines.

  
  

• CBD Lube: Our Yes! Yes! Yes! CBD lube is for pain and inflammation with sex. 20-30% of women experience pain with sex, which goes up to 50% after menopause. This has been a life-changer for many women. Our customers have provided feedback that this lube also helps with endometriosis, which affects approximately 20% of women. Same sex male partners are also obsessed with this amazing lube.

• CBD-Infused Skincare: Beyond The Sea Face Serum - We found the recipe for La Mer and made an Organic version! We added the option of experiencing the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits of CBD isolate directly on your skin with our premium skincare line. Our Nectar of Nervana Body Serum is made with a bonanza of skin-healing, strengthening, regenerating, firming, soothing properties ... and CBD. It is designed to deliver restorative effects across your entire body.

Debunking Full and Broad Spectrum CBD and the Entourage Effect:

Why Isolate Excels

Full-spectrum CBD products contain a wide array of compounds present in the cannabis plant, including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids.

• THC Content: Full-spectrum CBD contains THC. ​While this amount is usually not enough to cause intoxication, many people do feel it. It can also accumulate in the body with continued use and be detected in drug tests.

• The "Entourage Effect": The concept of the "entourage effect" suggests that CBD will not work without the other parts of the plant present. ​That's not true - read our amazing reviews. Our customers boast that our CBD is the best they've ever used.

  Much of the research supporting the need for the entourage effect is based on studies using very high doses of CBD - 300 mg instead of our suggested dose of 6 mg. And these massive doses can cause a number of potential side effects. Read our previous blog post about how Big Pharma is funding research and is misleading us about dosing.

• Oral Bioavailability Challenges with Full-Spectrum: When full-spectrum CBD is ingested orally, it faces significant hurdles. ​Because you need to ingest a much higher volume for full-spectrum products (droppers full instead of 3 drops with our CBD), this necessitates swallowing the product and subjecting the CBD to digestive and metabolic losses. Stomach acids can degrade a substantial portion of the CBD - up to 98% - before it can be absorbed. ​What remains is then processed by the liver during "first-pass metabolism," which further reduces its bioavailability. It is here that it can interact with other medications, as I've been told by several Pharmacists. And the large doses can cause side effects.

Broad Spectrum CBD: An Incomplete Alternative

• ​Broad-spectrum CBD is presented as a middle ground, aiming to include some cannabinoids and terpenes while removing THC. The extra refinement required can lead to the loss of many of the delicate compounds, and trace amounts of THC can remain.

  
  

Sugar-infused gummies and drinks. Sugar is inflammatory. The cause of most illnesses. That's just as bad as the CBD containing toxins and pesticides.

The Purity and Efficiency of CBD Isolate

​While a theoretical "entourage effect" is often discussed with other brands, our Organic CBD isolate is a testament to the direct efficacy of pure cannabidiol/CBD isolate. ​The straightforward benefits of CBD, without the presence of any THC, prove to be highly effective.

• High Concentration, Small Volume: ​Because our CBD isolate is nearly 100% CBD, very high concentrations can be achieved in a very small volume. ​This is a significant advantage over Full and Broad-spectrum products, which require much larger doses and much larger volumes. This causes decreased absorption and potential side effects.

• Superior Sublingual Absorption: ​When there is a small volume, the CBD can be completely absorbed sublingually (under the tongue). These few drops of highly concentrated CBD isolate are absorbed into the bloodstream through the oral mucosa. ​When I worked as a Nurse, this is how I would give medication when someone was having a heart attack. The CBD is absorbed immediately and starts to work immediately. The CBD does not pass through the stomach, is not destroyed by gastric acids, is not broken down by the liver, and does not interfere with other medications.

​At Spiral Herbal Remedies, we understand the importance of making informed decisions about your health and wellness products. ​By offering THC-free CBD isolate, we aim to provide a pure, highly concentrated, and reliably absorbed option for those seeking the specific benefits of CBD while adhering strictly to a THC-free regimen. Read about our Clinical Herbalist and Former Registered Nurse, and you too will trust how your CBD is made.

This information is provided at a safe, educational level for reference purposes only.