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  • by Nicola Boulton December 13, 2023 4 min read

    How Long Do CBD Gummies Effects Last?

    Several factors affect the longevity of CBD gummies' effect. This article explains how long the effect of CBD gummies last, the factors affecting the longevity of the effect, and the benefits of CBD gummies.

    CBD Gummies are chewy cannabis products in different shapes, sizes, and colors. Cannabidiol is extracted from the hemp plant and contains 0.2% THC. It is used as an ingredient for many edibles, including but not limited to gummies. Their effect on the body is a function of multiple factors, including potency and the user's body weight. If you intend to use CBD gummies, you may require to know how long you will experience their effects to plan.

    Most CBD users say that their effects last for two to six hours as soon as you start feeling its effect on the body. Gummies made from pure-grade CBD oil can have a longer effect lasting about 8 hours. They take about 30 minutes to manifest after consumption. The CBD gummies effect is attributed to the type of CBD oil spectrum infused in the gummy. According to Working (2022), CBD comes in three spectrums with varying potency and longevity in the body. They include:

    Full-Spectrum CBD Gummies

    Full-spectrum gummies are rich in Cannabidiol and compounds like terpenes, flavonoids, and traces of THC. CBD gummies made the full-spectrum are effective for severe conditions. Such CBD users are less concerned about the gummies' additional ingredients and enjoy using them even though they are less refined. Currently, there are flavored full-spectrum gummies in the market. In the UK, products made from broad-spectrum have not been licensed. For this reason, they may not be as legally available as other products.

    CBD Isolate

    CBD gummies made by the isolated spectrum contain pure CBD; they are considered the purest, with a purity level of about 99%. Since the high purity level, this CBD can maintain its potency when used to make gummies. Other compounds are not included in the final CBD oil when extracting the isolated spectrum CBD from the cannabis plant. You can confidently take gummies made from these CBD oils if you do not want to feel the psychoactive effect caused by THC. You can find flavored or unflavoured gummies with CBD isolate.

    Broad Spectrum CBD Oil

    Gummies made from broad-spectrum CBD contain Cannabidiol and other compounds except for THC. Broad-spectrum CBD gummies can have an enhanced effect compared to CBD isolate gummies since they contain additional cannabis components.

    Factors Affecting How Long the Effect of Gummies Last

    Apart from the CBD oil spectrum, other factors affecting the longevity of the gummies include;

    The User's Metabolism Rate

    Users with a high metabolism rate will experience a short duration of CBD's effect after taking gummies than those with a lower metabolism rate; a higher metabolism rate can process CBD in the body faster. After taking the gummies, some users can feel the effect after 20-30 minutes. Research suggests that CBD can remain in your body for 2-7 days without further effects.

    Frequency of Taking Gummies

    If you take CBD gummies frequently, you could experience a prolonged effect of CBD in your system. Doctors recommend that users who want to take CBD gummies for the first time take a small dosage and increase it until they can determine the right amount from their bodies.

    Quality of CBD Oil in the Gummy

    Since CBD Products are not regulated in most countries, you might find products that do not contain CBD at all while others contain an amount less than the one stated by the manufacturer. The quality can affect the product's longevity in multiple ways.

    How CBD Gummies Work

    CBD gummies are taken orally. The gummies take approximately 30 minutes to affect the body, though it might vary from person to person. Users' bodies require time to process and absorb CBD into the endocannabinoid system. According to Mechoulam& Parker (2013), the endocannabinoid system controls bodily functions, including sleep, pain, and immunity. CBD improves the quality of these functions.

    Benefits of Taking CBD Gummies

    Even though more research needs to be done to prove the ability of CBD to address certain issues that affect the body's functioning, some effects are well understood. According to Legal (2022), CBD can effectively:

    • Relieve back pains, arthritis, and chronic pains
    • Reduce anxiety
    • Help to reduce inflammation

    According to Meissner &Cascella (2022), CBD is used to manage seizures for epilepsy in children.

    Other benefits of CBD gummies include the following:

    • Relieve headache
    • Improve pain
    • Relieve stress
    • Helps in promoting calmness and relaxation
    • Promoting sleep; the gummies promote sleep during the day and are not advisable because they can affect your performance.

    Users respond differently to CBD, but the effect is generally positive when consumed in the right dosage. To better experience the longer effect of CBD gummies, you can take them daily for at least one month. Taking 1-5 gummies, depending on the CBD content per gummy, can help achieve the intended effect. Take lab-tested gummies since they do not contain harmful compounds.

    Conclusion

    CBD gummies offer an easy and more convenient way of enjoying the benefits of cannabis. Educating yourself about the benefits of CBD is important to make an informed decision about cannabis-based gummies. Since the gummies come in different spectrums, you must consult your doctor about the best spectrum for your condition. Even though CBD gummies are not associated with adverse side effects, they have fewer side effects associated with overdosing or consuming low-quality products. Consulting your doctor will eliminate the risk of buying CBD products that contain harmful ingredients.

    References

    Legal, I. C. (2022). CBD Benefits: What CBD Might Help With and Potential Uses for CBD. Sign, 55.

    Mechoulam, R., & Parker, L. A. (2013). The endocannabinoid system and the brain. Annu rev psychol, 64(1), 21-47.

    Meissner, H., &Cascella, M. (2022). Cannabidiol (CBD). In StatPearls [Internet]. StatPearls Publishing.

    Working, W. S. C. S. (2022). How Much CBD Should I Take the First Time?.Sign, 62.

    Nicola Boulton
    Nicola Boulton


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