CBD is growing in popularity. People around the world are showering love towards CBD through groups running on digital platforms. The range of CBD products is beyond your imagination. You have CBD oil, CBD-infused skin-care products, lotions to help you with pain, and edibles that give you the goodness of CBD with great taste.
However, there are certain things that people do not like about CBD. Are these things myths? Or are they true? You will find out through this article.
Myths Around CBD
The statistics with which the sale of CBD is growing signify the love people have for this cannabis compound. Especially after the Food and Drugs Association legalized the use of hemp-derived compounds with less than 0.3% of THC, the CBD market got flooded with the demand. Yet, there are people not ready to accept this compound because of certain myths.
Here are some of the myths that make it tough for people to accept CBD products.
1. There is no Scientifically Proven Health Benefit of CBD
One of the most common myths around CBD is that it has no scientifically proven health benefit. People believe that there are some conditions where CBD is helpful but, there are negligible concrete facts.
If you also think the same, then you’re mistaken. Two years ago, the FDA approved the medical use of Epidiolex, a medicine that contains CBD, to treat a rare kind of epilepsy. It is the first and only medication till now that contains CBD to get such approval. Although CBD is under schedule 1 drugs, that means it has zero medical value. But the results of clinical trials were so appealing that Epidiolex was approved. After this, the status of Cannabis under the schedule one category is in question.
2. There is No research on Cannabis
A myth that spreads hate among people about CBD products is the number of research on it. Undoubtedly, the legal status of Cannabis has always created a hindrance for studies on it. Its schedule one classification makes it difficult to conduct many studies, but institutions are permitted to research the plant.
Some of the popular studies on Cannabis are:
- Columbia University organized the study to understand the use of CBD in the treatment of Glioblastoma. It is a type of cancerous tumor found in the brain. The study revealed that CBD weakens and kills Glioblastoma cells without destroying the healthy cells.
- A study organized in Israel ( 2018 ) demonstrates the effectiveness of Cannabis in treating ulcerative colitis.
- In 2014, Israeli scientists organized a study to understand the effect of CBD on patients with Colon Cancer. The result was positive.
There are various other researches available on the internet about CBD.
3. People Believe CBD as a Marketing Scam
Many people believe that CBD products are a scam rather than useful. Various products do not require CBD but are infused with it to increase the cost and earn profit.
Like if you use a CBD-infused cream, it might provide relief from chronic pain. However, that does not mean CBD is a waste in all products. So, all you can do is stay careful and purchase only those CBD-infused products you think are helpful.
4. CBD Does Not Work
One of the most common myths you will hear about CBD is that it does not work. However, these are mere perceptions of people. There are many people out there saying, “I used CBD for a week. I cannot see any difference. Most probably, it does not work.”
It usually happens when you take CBD for a condition that is not connected with CBD. It is like eating Spicy Tacos when you are craving sweets. So, make sure you take CBD only if you have a symptom that Cannabis (CBD) can treat.
5. The Legality of CBD
Yes, it is one of the myths about CBD that is partially true. Its legality is still a grey area. Despite being a plant used by people for several decades, CBD is still a controversial topic. Although it is federally legal, some states allow it some do not.
6. People believe that CBD is Psychotic
It is a myth that limits a wide audience to consume CBD. The amount of THC (0.3%) present in hemp-derived CBD is not enough to get them high.
It sometimes disappoints people who want to explore CBD for recreational use more than medical use.
7. CBD is Addictive
Some people believe that CBD is addictive. This myth creates hate towards the CBD consumers and sellers. Undoubtedly, if it were true, their hate would be genuine. You cannot start intake of a substance that you think will make you dependent on it.
However, the WHO reports, “In humans, CBD exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential…. To date, there is no evidence of public health-related problems associated with the use of pure CBD.”
8. CBD in CBD products turn into THC in Stomach
Decades ago, people believed that CBD turns into THC when a CBD product comes in contact with the HCL ( released in the stomach ). However, this was proven a myth as there were no traces of THC found in people who take CBD in large amounts. This myth again came to the ground nearly in 2016. However, now most people are aware that it is a simple rumour.
9. People Think it is Sedating
This myth is also a reason for hate towards CBD. It happens because people confuse CBD with myrcene ( a terpene found in high cannabis strains). CBD might calm pain and anxiety that helps you get good sleep, but it does not give sedating effects like myrcene.
10. CDB is Not Safe
A myth around CBD is that it is not safe. However, the World Health Organization clarifies that naturally occurring CBD is safe for humans if taken in required dosages.
So, here you can see that most of the things people claim about CBD products are unnecessary myths.
Conclusion
According to US News, almost 20% of people between 18-29 use CBD for various purposes. Also, Quartz reports that 56% of Americans are convinced about CBD oil instead of prescription medicine for pain. So, it is time that you look towards the benefits of CBD, rising beyond the walls of myths.