7 Ways to Use CBD Tinctures

CBD products have dominated the U.S market. Amongst all the consumption method available, the most popular for a more precise mechanism is through tincture. Due to the simplicity and absorption speed of CBD, many people prefer to use tinctures. Although dosing and ways of consumption depends on an individual’s preference.

What is a CBD Tincture?

CBD tinctures are made from the extracted CBD from a hemp or cannabis plant. Sometimes referred to as CBD hemp oil, they are divided into three categories: broad spectrum, full spectrum or isolate. These extractions are suspended in a tincture of vegetable oil or glycerin, fruit oil, alcohol and other types and placed in a glass bottle with a dropper. The dropper is used to measure a single drop of the tincture. 

Using CBD oil does not give you any psychoactive effects. However, it does give many proven health benefits. It promotes relaxation, calmness, and also good for chronic pain relief. People with depression, stress, chronic pain, sleeping problems, etc. can find relief from this all-natural medicine with no reported side effects.

How does CBD tincture work?

CBD tinctures are taken under the tongue (sublingual) and absorbed into the bloodstream.

For better absorption, they are rubbed into the mouth tissues. CBD tinctures interact in the body’s endocannabinoid system and helps regulate the body function and homeostasis. 

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The Benefits of Using CBD Tincture

The use of CBD tincture has many known benefits, first of all its convenience and ease of administration. The amount of CBD you want to use can be easily adjusted with a dropper. A 30-milliliter bottle that has 300 mg of CBD has 10 mg of CBD in one dropper (which is the standard size of most bottle droppers.) With that, you can take half of the dropper bottle (5 mg) or whatever amount you need.

CBD tinctures are also bioavailable. It means our body can effectively make use of the cannabinoids in tinctures taken sublingually. Tinctures are effective even at lower doses, and even taken at 1200 mg daily, studies showed it has no noted side effects. It is also safer compared to smoking and vaping cannabis. It is impossible to overdose on CBD, either tinctures or any methods.

Generally, people use CBD tinctures for pain relief. It supports relaxation, promotes tranquility, supports muscle and joint function, supports a good quality sleep, and it has a fast and high absorption effect to the body. 

How to use a CBD tincture?

Using CBD tincture is simple and the method used is called sublingual. It is important to shake the bottle before taking a drop from a CBD tincture. This is to ensure a proper saturation between the liquid and the CBD. Use the dropper to measure the exact amount of CBD fluid you want to take. After getting the desired quantity, squeeze the tincture under the tongue and hold for three minutes. Then, rub it into the tissues of the mouth for maximized absorption. Finally, swallow it after three minutes. Observe for sixty to ninety minutes to evaluate the effects. Should you need more, add another dropper until the desired effect is achieved. It is good to take CBD tincture together with a meal or snack.

 

Everyday Meals & Beverages that can be taken with CBD Tinctures

Below are some of the meals and beverages where you can drop a dose of CBD tincture. Note that CBD oil absorption is best when taken under the tongue.

• Protein Shake – a few drops of CBD oil can be put in your protein shake to add an extra taste and flavor.
  
  
• Salad – you can put a few drop of CBD tincture oil to your salad dressing.
  
  
• Beverages – a few drops of CBD tincture to any beverages of your choice will give you a tasty drink with healthy benefits. 
  
  
• Smoothies – Blend your favorite fruits and greens with a few drops of CBD tincture oil for a delicious and healthy smoothie. 
  
  
• Tea – CBD tincture oil will give your tea a great boost. Enjoy the benefits of CBD by putting it in your favorite tea.  
  
  
• Hot Chocolate – for those with a sweet tooth, CBD tinctures are easily infused in milk and chocolate, resulting to a creamy and delicious treat. 
  
  
• Coffee – coffee and CBD go together as bread and butter. Get that extra kick by putting CBD in your coffee! 

To maximize the effects of CBD products in food and beverages, take note of your body’s absorption capacity and bioavailability. All tincture products at CBDSafe are made with the finest hemp under certified manufacturers and organically grown to ensure the highest quality and the highest level of bioavailability. Head on to our website and choose from our wide array of CBD products.