CBD Education: How Are CBD Products Made?

Note: This is one in a series of articles about CBD. I’m hoping to educate the Cove about this beneficial substance, remove some mysteries and clear up some misinformation

If you have any questions about CBD, please send an email to me at publisher@mcheraldonline.com. I’ll be happy to share what I’ve learned.

My resource for much of this information is “The Ultimate CBD User Guide,” which was published by the CBDistillery, the Herald’s CBD supplier. The guide can be downloaded at https://www.thecbdistillery.com/ultimate-cbd-user-guide/

I hope you find this information helpful.

History of CBD, Part 1

Archaeologists believe the plant species “Cannabis Sativa” dates back 10,000 years ago and was likely one of the first crops planted by early man. Hemp was first found in what is known today as Taiwan, where farmers used hemp seeds to condition their soil. These people found that hemp seeds have high levels of protein, vitamins, and essential fatty amino acids. During this period, hemp seeds were used so frequently that they became essential to human civilization.

Around 6,000 B.C. hemp was published in the oldest pharmacopeia, “Pen Ts’ao Ching,” where the ancient Chinese identified that cannabis plants contain either male or female reproductive properties. This discovery was the first understanding of the difference between “hemp” and “marijuana.” Hemp plants, grown for industrial purposes, were tall and thin and cut before flowering, producing seeds and long stalks. These plants were considered to have male reproductive properties whereas, marijuana plants were recognized as female, grown for more extended periods of time and would eventually sprout a flower.

Products Available

CBD products can be taken in several different ways. As with the benefits, the methods vary depending upon what the individual user prefers. Some people prefer to take a tincture, or oil, which is usually placed under the tongue.

But for those who don’t like the taste of the oil or the under-tongue experience, alternatives are available. There are gummy-bear edibles and soft gel capsules. Also available are salves which are applied directly to the skin of the affected area.

All CBD products sold by the Herald are grown in the USA. The Herald office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Park in front.

Those wishing to purchase products or have a consultation outside of those hours are welcome to call 793-2144 to set up an appointment.