What Exactly Is THC Free CBD Oil?

There’s no question that the stigma around cannabis has been decreasing over the last decade or so.  That being said, there are many people who are interested in the health benefits of cannabis, but are afraid of the psychoactive effects associated with recreational marijuana, which is mainly due to the compound THC. 

CBD is a compound in cannabis that has been getting a lot of attention lately, and rightfully so as CBD has many health benefits. Many people are seeking the best of both worlds with THC free CBD oil. Is that possible?

THC vs CBD

There are over 100+ chemical compounds found in cannabis called cannabinoids, each offering a variety of health benefits. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the cannabinoid responsible for making you “high”. CBD (cannabidiol) on the other hand, has been shown to provide a plethora of health and medical benefits, without the intoxicating effects typically associated with marijuana.

How Do Cannabinoids Work?

All humans and animals have an Endocannabinoid System (ECS) in our body. Only recently discovered in the 1990’s, the ECS is responsible for controlling various functions in our bodies such as appetite, mood, pain sensitivity, immune response and sleep patterns.

Through a series of receptors throughout our bodies, the core function of the ECS is to promote balance between all of these responses and to promote “homeostasis”. The ECS does this by producing chemical compounds called endo-cannabinoids, which are similar to neurotransmitters like serotonin or dopamine.

The ECS has been called perhaps the most important physiologic system involved in establishing and maintaining human health. Cannabinoids from plants (phyto-cannabinoids) can interact with our ECS and help it do its job more effectively.

Does THC Free CBD Oil Exist?

CBD comes in various forms, and it seems that every day there are new products on the market incorporating CBD for a variety of uses and purposes.

The three main types of CBD oil that is present in all of these products are:

1. Full Spectrum CBD

Refers to the whole plant hemp extract, which includes all of the cannabinoids, terpenes and amino acids from cannabis, including up to 0.3% of THC.

2. Broad Spectrum CBD

Starts with a full spectrum CBD that undergoes an additional process to remove that trace amount of THC.

3. CBD Isolate

Contains pure CBD only.  As a singular compound, it does not contain any of the other cannabinoids, terpenes or other natural compounds found in the whole plant extract.

As we see above, there are two forms of THC free CBD oil, but do they offer the same benefits?

Broad Spectrum CBD vs CBD Isolate

As we’ve stated above, there are over 100 known cannabinoids besides THC and CBD.  Cannabis also contains terpenes, which have been shown to have health benefits of their own.  When consumed together, cannabinoids and terpenes work synergistically and increase the beneficial properties of one another. This harmonious relationship is what is called the “entourage effect”.

Broad Spectrum CBD contains all of the beneficial minor cannabinoids and terpenes, but minus the THC, so it offers the same synergistic relationship and entourage effect as full spectrum CBD.

Many wonder if broad spectrum CBD is as effective as full spectrum CBD. It boils down to the question of whether CBD works without THC. The bottom line is that CBD can be very effective without THC. CBD does not “need” THC to work, or to “activate” the CBD as some have suggested. It all depends on the individual’s conditions, severity and genetics whether adding THC will help alleviate symptoms better than CBD alone.

Since CBD isolate does not contain any of the minor cannabinoids or terpenes, it does not offer the entourage effect at all.  Therefore, we feel that broad spectrum CBD is a far superior choice than CBD isolate.

Why Some People Should Avoid THC

Some people are extremely sensitive to THC and it can cause anxiety.  CBD is widely used to reduce anxiety, so any THC would be counterproductive. 

Other people may have a job that requires them to get regularly drug tested, such as healthcare professionals, drivers or government employees.  While full spectrum CBD only contains less than 0.3% to be considered federally legal in the US, there is a chance that it may show up on a drug test depending on amount consumed and consistency of use.

Even though the stigma of cannabis is slowly dissipating, there are some that still hold cannabis in a negative connotation and would rather stay away from THC for personal or emotional reasons.

Lastly, there are some areas of the country that have very strict laws against THC.  Even though CBD derived from hemp is considered legal in all 50 states (as long as it stays under the 0.3% THC threshold), some local jurisdictions are still a grey area in terms of legal interpretation and enforcement. (CBD derived from Marijuana is still considered federally illegal.)

For these reasons, THC free CBD oil may be the best option to reap the benefits of cannabis (specifically hemp) without any of the potential legal risks or other “baggage” associated with THC.

Where to Buy THC Free CBD Oil

There are many places to buy CBD in all types and formats. Purchasing CBD oil online will give you the widest selection available as well as the convenience of shipping. Depending on where you live, there may be some local retailers that sell CBD products.  However, wherever you decide to purchase CBD, you must do your due diligence and know what to look for as not all CBD is created equal.

Any low priced CBD product you see at a gas station, convenience store or smoke shop will most likely be of poor quality and may not contain real CBD, if any at all.  They may also contain dangerous unsafe ingredients such as fillers, chemicals and pesticides.

Also, the “hemp” products you see on Amazon are most likely made with hemp seed oil, which does not contain CBD. They will not have CBD on the label, nor will they show any actual amount of CBD contents. As of this writing, Amazon’s policy does not allow any CBD products to be sold on their platform.

Why Tessera Naturals?

We at Tessera Naturals are committed to providing the very best quality CBD products on the market.  We are a family owned and operated business and we care about our customers’ health and safety.

All of our products contain broad spectrum THC free CBD oil, made from organically grown USA hemp and are 3rd party tested for potency and safety.

Lastly, every product you purchase from Tessera Naturals helps protect our planet through our partnership with onepercentfortheplanet.org!

Shop our online store today and take advantage of our free shipping and our 30-day 100% money back guarantee.

Key Takeaways

• THC is responsible for making you “high”, while CBD has many health benefits, without the intoxicating effects.
• There are 100+ cannabinoids in cannabis that can interact with our endocannabinoid system to help promote balance throughout our bodies.
• THC Free CBD oil exists in the form of broad spectrum CBD and CBD isolate.
• Broad Spectrum CBD is superior to CBD isolate as it contains other cannabinoids and terpenes which work together and offer the entourage effect.
• Many people need to avoid THC due to physical, emotional, or legal reasons.
• You can purchase THC free CBD oil online or in retailers, but beware of low quality products.
• Tessera Naturals is a premier seller of top quality broad spectrum CBD products with free shipping and 100% money back guarantee.