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CBD FAQs: We’re Here to Answer All Your Questions
About CBD and Hemp

At HempFusion, we understand that the growing popularity of CBD prompts a wide range of questions. That’s why we like to make ourselves as available to you as possible, and why we want to offer transparent answers to every CBD FAQ.

Truth be told, with so many options on the market, even CBD FAQ sheets can feel either canned or overwhelming. All the more reason it’s important to get your hemp oil and CBD facts from a trusted source.

As for us and our hemp, HempFusion is committed to sourcing the cleanest, most effective hemp products from farmers and manufacturers that prioritize CBD safety every step of the way.

And as for our relationship with you—we know it's built on trust. If you don't see an answer to one of your hemp or CBD questions below—be it about cbd oil safety or CBD facts in general, we definitely want to hear from you! Feel free to shoot us an email at [email protected] or connect with us on Social. We're always happy to answer your hemp and CBD frequently asked questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

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General Knowledge

Because we all have an Endocannabinoid System (ECS) which acts to regulate homeostasis with various systems in our bodies. ours. As part of our ECS, our bodies make cannabinoids which maintain the balance of these systems. However, sometimes the cannabinoids created in our bodies and things can feel out of balance and thrown off. CBD supplements may have the potential to help provide a greater sense of balance by filling these gaps.
CBD is similar to other supplements that are taken on a daily basis. While you can take CBD for a finite period of time, we believe that it may be helpful to make it a regular part of your daily wellness routine.
Yes, taking with food is fine and maybe even preferable, especially if within 1 hour of bedtime as product directions indicate.
CBD is similar to those supplements that are taken on a daily basis, like vitamin D or vitamin C. While you can take CBD for a finite period of time, we recommend making it a regular part of your routine
At HempFusion, we offer a number of different forms of CBD products so you can find the product that best fits your daily routine. If you’re a regular supplement user, capsules may fit in as a seamless addition to your existing supplement regimen. Our oils can also be added to your favorite morning or evening beverage! Try making a list of what you’re looking for in your CBD product. Compare your list of needs with our line of HempFusion supplements, and ask yourself which CBD is best for me?
An important CBD FAQ that will determine if your product is clean and effective is how the CBD is extracted from the hemp plant and made into a supplement. We use a unique CO2 Extraction process that helps protect each and every component and delivers a wide array of cannabinoids.
We’re proud to say that of the thousands of reviews we’ve received from our customers, more than 90% have been either 4-star or 5-star. It’s a direct result of our commitment to providing what we believe are the highest-quality CBD products on the market.
This is simply the concentration of CBD in our products. If you’re just venturing into CBD products, you may want to start at the lower end of the spectrum and see how your body reacts. Some individuals respond better to higher amounts of CBD while others experience benefits from smaller amounts. As a reminder, it is always best to discuss any supplements you consume with your healthcare provider.
Some of the most common CBD FAQs come from those who are seeking better sleep support. Many people who take CBD report high quality rest and healthy sleeping habits. Our HempFusion Sleep product also contains GABA, an amino acid and inhibitory neurotransmitter that acts like a “brake” on everyday stress to encourage mental and physical relaxation.
HempFusion Stress features ashwagandha extract (Sensoril®)—a unique herbal extract referred to as an “adaptogen” that supports the body’s ability to accommodate occasional physical and emotional stresses. For those individuals that are out of balance because of stress, adding Sensoril® Ashwagandha in combination with our whole food hemp complex, containing CBD, may help you respond to occasional stress in a healthier way.
While studies show that CBD may help individuals relax and therefore support healthy sleep, CBD oil made from hemp does not have intoxicating properties—meaning that it should not make you feel sedated. However, HempFusion Sleep is formulated to encourage relaxation. In addition to our whole food hemp complex, HempFusion Sleep includes GABA—the amino acid gamma-aminobutyric that encourages mental and physical relaxation without inducing drowsiness. Hempfusion includes the proper GABA serving for sleep support.
HempFusion Energy contains a unique botanical kick for added energy from guayusa, ginseng, and ginger (containing only five or six milligrams of caffeine). Guayusa has a long tradition of being added to beverages for energy and stamina. We add organic ginseng for its uplifting and somewhat adaptogenic effect to help your body maintain balance during everyday stress. In addition, we have the warming effects of ginger. This unique blend is designed to give you energy without making you feel over-stimulated. We call it “Smooth Energy”.
When it comes to our broad-spectrum CBD oil from pure hemp extract, HempFusion's hemp-derived CBD oil naturally contains the active and complementary constituents that you find alongside CBD in nature. To this unique hemp extract we add important botanicals. The resulting synergy between these compounds is called the entourage effect, which may provide a broad array of benefits compared to one isolated molecule alone. (See following FAQs to learn about the entourage effect or visit our more in-depth explanation here). Our mission is to support the endocannabinoid system in a powerful but comprehensive way by providing a panoramic spectrum of purified hemp plant constituents rather than a single cannabinoid such as CBD.
HempFusion has put the best CBD oil on the market by focusing on premium, lab-tested ingredients that are purified in a way that preserves all of the hemp plants' best properties. First, it’s our raw material and CBD oil safety measures: We developed a Whole Food Hemp Complex from European heirloom cultivars boasting a robust profile of never-isolated cannabinoids with high ratios of minor cannabinoids flavonoids and phenols compared to common commodity extracts. Our Whole Food Hemp Complex also features terpenes, fatty acids, and even cannaflavins. We believe this is among the least refined hemp extracts ever offered on store shelves. In addition to this unique raw material we create a true hemp fusion by adding powerful botanicals such as ashwagandha, guayusa, turmeric, and black cumin seed to our formulations in order to provide an array of health and wellness benefits.
Because we all have an Endocannabinoid System” (ECS) which acts to regulate our immune, central nervous, cardiovascular, and digestive systems. As part of our ECS, our bodies make cannabinoids which maintain the balance of these systems. However, when we become deficient in cannabinoids bad stuff can happen and what happens when one person is deficient in cannabinoids can be very different than what happens to someone else who is deficient. CBD supplements may have the potential to help by filling these deficiencies.
Yes, In addition to other valuable phytocannabinoids and terpenes in our broad-spectrum hemp extract, each HempFusion product contains CBD. Interacting with the other compounds within the broad-spectrum hemp extract, the CBD experiences the phenomenon called the “entourage effect.” This effect magnifies the therapeutic benefits of the hemp plant’s individual components as they interact with one another.

Health & Safety

CBD is considered non-intoxicating, and in general there are no official warnings about operating motor vehicles while taking CBD supplements. However, some consumers have reported mild sedative effects particularly from higher serving sizes or from multiple servings. It is always wise to discuss supplements you take with your physician or health care provider.
It can be tough to figure out how much CBD you should take and it's always best to take as directed or as alternately directed by your healthcare professional. As with all dietary supplements, it is always wise to discuss supplements you take with your physician or health care provider. Different people respond to different amounts of CBD depending on individual body weight, body chemistry, and the concentration of CBD in each tablet, capsule, drop, or gummy. As research continues to emerge and the cannabis industry continues to grow, we can expect to learn more about CBD's impressive wellness properties.. That said, it is crucial that more research is done on CBD and other cannabinoids so that we can more accurately understand the ideal potency for each person. In the meantime, prioritize CBD oil safety by choosing products with third-party certifications and are lab-tested to have no THC.
In general staying under a daily total of 50mg from all combined servings is considered within typical supplemental range. More research is needed on differences in serving schedules and timing of servings. Every individual’s physiological makeup is different—for some, a very small amount of CBD will be effective. It is often recommended to start with a lower serving amount to start off and pay close attention to how your body feels. It is always wise to discuss supplements you take with you physician or health care provider.
Cannabidiol (CBD) is generally considered safe. And at HempFusion, we prioritize offering you radical transparency so that you can trust (and see!) that we always put CBD safety first. CBD is a popular supplement used to support overall health, balance and wellness. Because it contains less than 0.3% THC, CBD is an appealing option for those seeking a calm mind and a more balanced body that some report relaxation that may support healthier sleep.
This CBD FAQ certainly gets asked with more frequency than others. As with most supplements, combining with alcohol may produce unwanted reactions. Speak to your doctor regarding your current vitamin/medication regimen and lifestyle before using CBD. While there may be potential risk in combining CBD and alcohol, many react differently to each product.
Onset and duration of benefits is one of the most common CBD FAQs. Everyone is different, but we’ve found that in general—much like with all supplements-results can be seen anywhere from a few hours to 6 weeks with consistent, daily use. Needless to say, consistency with taking your CBD is key to achieving desired results.
In the same way you can overdose on water, sunshine and cinnamon, you can technically overdose on CBD, too. As we have consistently recommended it is always best to start with lower levels of use and, as always, consult with your healthcare provider when it comes to the consumption of any dietary supplements. The old saying applies to this CBD FAQ, too—you can have too much of a good thing. As always, we recommend touching base with your trusted physician before starting a new supplement regimen, or before increasing your intake of any supplement.
Always speak to your doctor before adding a new supplement such as CBD to your daily regimen, particularly if you take medications. CBD could interfere with these and cause unwanted effects.
Every individual’s physiological makeup is different—for some, a very small amount of CBD might be effective. For others, a full serving may be more beneficial. To start, stick to our recommended usage, or as alternately recommended by your healthcare provider, (located on every HempFusion product) and pay close attention to how your body feels.
CBD oil is generally considered safe to take, but the research is relatively new and more needs to be done to understand how the human body interacts with cannabidiol. As with any supplement, we recommend speaking to your doctor before ingesting CBD products.
One of the biggest misconceptions is that CBD is a magic bullet that answers a huge array of health questions all on its own—leading to products that are almost entirely CBD without many of the other supportive compounds that naturally occur in hemp. Sadly, some products are labeled with language claiming “broad” and “full” spectrum when there may only be token amounts of other constituents from the plant.
We at HumpFusion would advocate you start with the recommended serving size, or as alternatively recommended by your healthcare provider, and see how you feel—different bodies respond to CBD differently, so the goal should be to find what works for you personally. Generally speaking, we find that "more" isn't always as good an answer as making sure your CBD is leveled up when it comes to purity and constituent diversity.
It can be tough to figure out how much CBD you should take and there are no official recommended serving sizes. Different people respond to different amounts of CBD depending on individual body weight, body chemistry, and the concentration of CBD in each tablet, capsule, drop, or gummy. We always recommend that you take products as directed or as alternatively directed by your healthcare provider. It may also be helpful to connect with your trusted primary care physician to discuss in more detail.
Nope! The cannabis plant is made up of two major players: CBD and THC. Important to note that CBD is one of the non-intoxicating cannabinoids of the plant, so you shouldn’t feel high. All HempFusion products are 3rd-party tested to ensure they are below 0.3% THC—the maximum allowed under federal law for hemp products. With such low levels of THC, you should not experience any “high.”
An extremely common CBD FAQ is – does CBD show up on a drug test? And with good reason. Many employers have zero tolerance policies that make supplementing with hemp seem risky. All HempFusion products are 3rd party tested to ensure that only trace amounts at less than 0.3% or undetectable levels of delta 9 THC (tested at less than 0.01% delta 9 THC), in the hemp extract, therefore it is extremely unlikely that you will fail a THC test. However, it is a risk and therefore it is a good idea to discuss with your employer or whomever beforehand and explain that you are considering taking hemp oil or CBD oil. The consumption of certain hemp products, such as this one, may lead to a positive drug test for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), as THC is inherently present in trace amounts in hemp plants. We test our products for THC levels to be less than 0.01%; however, sensitivities of drug testing methodologies may vary.
More research is needed on differences in serving size, schedules and timing of servings. Every individual’s physiological makeup is different—for some, a very small amount of CBD might be effective. It is often recommended to start with a lower serving amount to start off and pay close attention to how your body feels. As always, it's wise to check in with your trusted physician regarding any supplements you want to consider trying.

Terminology

Perhaps the most common CBD FAQ centers around one of its sister molecules, THC. One essential difference is that THC will get you high and CBD won’t. It also helps to differentiate between two commonly misunderstood plants.
Terpenes are aromatic compounds found in all plants that give distinctive aromas like citrus, berry, mint, and pine. Hemp terpenes secreted from the same glands in the plant that produce cannabinoids such as THC and CBD. Research has shown that hemp terpenes interact with our endocannabinoid system.
CBD oil is a vague term for a category of products made from cannabis plant extraction that yields phytocannabinoids among other compounds. CBD is one of the phytocannabinoids naturally found in the cannabis plant.
Many of the CBD facts we cite have to do with phyto-cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. Phytocannabinoids (including THC, CBD, and many others) are naturally occurring compounds found in the Cannabis sativa plant that may provide an array of health and wellness benefits. Of over 480 different compounds present in the Cannabis plant, at present, almost 150 phytocannabinoids have been detected in the cannabis plant, although few have been isolated and studied.
Broad-spectrum extract should contain numerous all or nearly all the compounds present in the cannabis plant. This includes CBD in addition to other cannabinoids (such as CBN, CBC, and CBG), hemp terpenes, flavonoids, and much more. Note that not all “broad spectrum” products are the same! Some “broad spectrum” products contain only small percentages of other plant constituents compared to others. CBD isolate contains only CBD. Broad-spectrum products have the advantage of containing many cannabinoids and hemp terpenes—creating the potential for more comprehensive support of overall wellness.
Hemp and marijuana both come from the same botanical family called “cannabis.” However, the legal community had made a distinction between marijuana and hemp that revolves around the THC content (more specially, the “delta-9-THC). For something to be considered hemp, it must contain no more than .3% THC. The bottom line is this: marijuana contains higher levels of THC, which is intoxicating. Hemp, on the other hand, is a plant that doesn’t have intoxicating THC concentrations beyond .3%. In order to ensure CBD oil safety, always pay attention to the amount of THC in the products you are choosing.
Often referred to as the ECS, the endocannabinoid system is a unique self-regulating system located throughout the human body whose primary goal is to maintain a sense of homeostasis (or balance) within the body. This complex cell-signaling system was identified in the early 1990s by researchers exploring THC, the intoxicating compound found in cannabis. Experts are still trying to fully understand the ECS, but we know it plays a role in supporting a range of healthy functions and processes.
The entourage effect is the interactive synergy between cannabis compounds that is believed to support the health and wellness benefits of CBD. This concept maintains that CBD is far from the only compound that’s important within hemp products. Many different constituents and more than a hundred identified cannabinoids (including CBD) plus multiple terpenes, beta caryophyllene, flavonoids and more all work together for beneficial results.
You may have heard that there’s a difference between full-spectrum vs broad-spectrum CBD. HempFusion provides broad-spectrum hemp extract products. Broad spectrum refers to the extraction of ALL compounds and constituents within the hemp plant; not just its CBD. Broad-spectrum extract includes important hemp terpenes and other phytocannabinoids that occur naturally within the hemp plant (in addition to various vitamins and minerals). The resulting synergy between these compounds is called the entourage effect, which some feel may provide a broad array of benefits compared to one isolated molecule alone. (see the previous CBD FAQ to learn about the entourage effect).
We go into more detail about this below, but here's the quick answer: - Hemp plants are cannabis plants that contain a full-spectrum of cannabinoids but no more than 0.3 percent THC - Marijuana plants, on the other hand, are cannabis plants that contain higher concentrations of THC, the main psychoactive compound in marijuana that creates an intoxicating effect. Both compounds interact with your body’s endocannabinoid system, but in very different ways.
CBD stands for cannabidiol, a molecule with a whole family of related compounds called “cannabinoids” found in the hemp plant. CBD was among the first cannabinoids to be studied (out of over 100 in the plant). Important to note that CBD is not intoxicating in nature. This naturally occurring substance is used in products like oils and edibles to support a feeling of relaxation and calm. In 2002, cannabidiols were patented by the US Department of Health for their antioxidant properties. They show great promise for a variety of health benefits. There are many other compounds found in hemp extract including terpenes, fatty acids, polyphenols, and pigments like chlorophyll.

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