10 Frequently Asked Questions About CBD - Answered

Many questions have popped up about CBD following its dramatic entry to mainstream culture, marked by innovations such as our specialty, CBD-infused coffees and teas.

1. What exactly is CBD?

CBD is short for the word ‘cannabidiol’. It is one of more than 100 chemical compounds found in the Cannabis Sativa plant. Consumed, the natural compound evokes a feeling of calmness and relaxation, along with numerous other health benefits.

2. Is CBD legal?

Yes, CBD is legal in South Africa and several countries around the world. If you see Medspresso™ on the shelf in your country, it's allowed to be there.

3. How much CBD can we consume safely in a day?

There is no need to worry about overdosing when consuming any hemp or CBD products. Pure CBD oil is non-toxic and there have been multiple studies on humans with doses up to 2000 mg in a single day with no significant side effects.

An average consumer of CBD, with a weight between 68 kg to 108 kg, typically consumes between 15 mg and 35 mg of CBD a day. Some users even use it twice a day. These small doses are typically enough to help consumers with various ailments. Even minute doses of 9 mg to 12 mg have been reported to significantly help people!

The daily recommended dose differs from one country to another. In South Africa, for instance, it is 20 mg.

4. Is CBD addictive? Can you get “high” from CBD oil?

No! CBD does not contain any psychoactive element and it is not addictive. The psychoactive compound in marijuana is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, more
commonly known as THC.

5. Is CBD actually effective?

Absolutely! Backed by research, CBD has been proven to work wonders for a plethora of ailments. However, it is not a cure all and should be taken with consideration.

The notoreity behind CBD can make it easy to have unrealistic expectations. There is no particular feeling people notice after ingesting CBD. However, many people describe it as a 'lack of feeling,' meaning their ailments, whatever they may be, feels less intense. This is where CBD gets its stellar reputation from!

Expecting it to work in the same way conventional medicine “kicks in” would be a bit unrealistic.

6. Which problems have been addressed by CBD?

There have been multiple research studies done to see whether CBD works for a number of ailments. A few of them are as follows:

Autoimmune diseases (inflammation, rheumatoid arthritis)
Neurological conditions (Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, Huntington’s chorea, stroke, traumatic brain injury)
Metabolic syndrome (diabetes, obesity)
Neuropsychiatric illness (autism, ADHD, PTSD, alcoholism)
Gut disorders (colitis, Crohn’s)
Cardiovascular dysfunction (atherosclerosis, arrhythmia)
Skin disease (acne, dermatitis, psoriasis) CBD also has neuroprotective effects and it is anti-cancer.

7. Are there any side effects or limitations of CBD that we should be aware of?

There are still a few limitations associated with taking CBD that are good to know. A few people notice things like cotton mouth, fatigue, light-headedness and some other less common side effects while consuming CBD.

The big limitation of CBD is that even though there is a lot of promising information, the research is still in its infancy due to stringent approval process associated with conducting such research.

It is also not known how CBD interacts with other medications, or during pregnancy. In such situations, it is best to consult your doctor.

8. How does CBD make you feel?

With an average dose (1-2 cups of Medspresso™ coffee a day), CBD will make you feel nothing but a sense of calmness. Over a period of use, you should begin to notice a improvement of your health problems.

Many people say having CBD coffee in the morning makes their level of focus much better. However, having a CBD tea as an evening beverage makes them relax and unwind for a good night's sleep.

9. How long does it take to feel the effects of CBD oil?

This varies from person to person. Many people feel immediate results whereas others begin to notice them after a few weeks or months.

However, most people do feel more balanced, have a better state of mind and feel better overall when they take CBD over a period of time.

10. How exactly does CBD benefit us?

In simple terms, researchers say, "Imagine someone who is deficient in vitamin C. Taking a vitamin C supplement would result in a radical change in their health." Comparing CBD to a vitamin that helps to maintain overall health is a good way of looking at it.

If the endocannabinoid system, or ECS, in your body is imbalanced, then CBD could make great improvements in your body, and do so more quickly than someone who has a healthy endocannabinoid tone. Taking CBD helps maintain balance within or improve our ECS.

In Conclusion

We hope this answers a lot of your questions! There is a lot of potential to improve our overall well-being by having CBD in our lives.

All in all, it is advisable to consume CBD as consciously as you would consume any other thing that is new to your body. It is always good to do research in order to make informed decisions.

So go ahead and enjoy a steaming cup of Medspresso™ CBD-Infused Coffee or Tea once you’re done with your research!