Which is Better: Hemp or Marijuana CBD Oil?

 

Few things cause more confusion in casual conversation than CBD oil. Although hemp-derived CBD oil and marijuana-derived CBD oil are often mistaken by non-patients as the same thing (“I don’t need a medical marijuana card, I can buy CBD at the gas station!”), the differences between the two products are significant. That’s why today, in honor of National Hemp Day, CannaMD is here to set the record straight!The clear winner is marijuana-derived CBD oil.

Not only is it safer (due to less bioaccumulation) and more reliable (thanks to industry regulation), the product itself is also more effective (containing a wider terpene and cannabinoid profile, contributing to the entourage effect).

As industry leaders note:

Hemp also contains some cannabinoids and terpenes, but not the range nor concentration of compounds present in cannabis. Hemp-derived CBD can be made into a full-spectrum extract that offers natural terpenes alongside minor cannabinoids. Broad-spectrum CBD is also available and contains minor cannabinoids and terpenes, but without the THC content.

However, full-spectrum and broad-spectrum hemp-derived CBD products may not have the potency of CBD derived from cannabis because trace amounts of THC appear to be less effective in treating certain symptoms.

The only catch? If you don’t live in a state with legal recreational marijuana, you currently need a medical marijuana card to purchase marijuana-derived CBD oil.

But if you live in Colorado you can purchase marijuana derived CBD oil from a Frisco Dispensary.