What Is Hemp Oil and CBD Oil, and the Benefits

HEMP OIL

You gotta try hemp oil if you’re in need of stress, anxiety, or pain relief or just need better sleep. Noooo, you’re not going to get high off this.  There isn’t any THC (0.3%) to get you high. We’ll go into that in a minute.  BUT, I know that was your first question.

If you’re remotely on the pulse of what is trendy and hot right now then you’ve heard of Hemp oil or CBD.  There is such a craze right now and even more so with CBD.  Sounds the same but they’re different. Everywhere you look there’s an ad, new store, blog posts (that’s me 👋🏼) it’s everywhere.

Ok, so you want to learn more but you don’t want anybody to know.  Cause who knows what they’ll think. Pheesh who cares, it’s totally legal (check your state laws to make sure) if that’s what you’re worried about.  There’s a reason you’re interested in giving this a try. 

Let’s Learn. What Is Hemp Oil and Cbd Oil?

The plant Cannabis Sativa L has two sub-species Hemp and Marijuana. You probably thought they come from the same plant.  Me too but they don’t. They are very similar but have different genetic makeup. Basically, they’re different strains/versions of the same plant. One gets you high the other doesn’t, that’s hemp.

Hemp seed oil comes from the seed of the hemp plant aka Cannabis sativa L. CBD (cannabidiol) Hemp oil is made from the stalks, leave and flowers of the hemp plant. It’s important to note that CBD can come from both hemp and marijuana plants.

THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) is what gets you high and is in the marijuana plant. Hemp Oil contains < 0.3% THC — confused yet? You’re not alone; it’s confusing. There is also contradicting information all over the place. We’re getting closer to answering what is hemp oil and CBD oil. Stay with me.

Also, there is a difference in hemp seed oil and hemp oil. Hemp seed oil does not contain CBD. You need to read the product labels to make sure you are getting what you want.

I did my best to weed out the confusion. Pun intended. It was to easy to pass up. LOL

HEMP/MJ PLANT DIFFERENCES

• Hemp contains <0.3% THC
• Marijuana can contain up to 30% THC
• Both produce high amounts of CBD – the main difference is the THC %
• Hemp plants are grown outdoors and don’t need much attention or a controlled environment.
• Marijuana plants are generally grown in controlled environments
• Industrial Hemp/Hemp is used for making oils, biodegradable plastics, paper, textiles, food, skincare products and more.  
• MJ Plant is used primarily for its psychoactive component, medicinal and recreational use
• Hemp grows up to 6-15 feet high or more
• MJ plant is a short bush
• Hemp oil can only be extracted from hemp plants
• CBD can be extracted from hemp and marijuana plant.  BUT CBD from marijuana does contain THC

HEMP OIL BENEFITS

Skin Care – acts as a moisturizer, and used in skincare products, soaps, and lotions

Hair – use it as a deep conditioner to moisturize dry hair

Omega 3 fatty acids – good natural source of Omega 3’s which repair damaged brain cells

Hormonal Balance – supports menopausal health

Lower Cholesterol – helps speed up metabolism burning fat faster and preventing it from sticking to your artery walls

Improve Psoriasis – Omega 6 fatty acids help improve psoriasis

Immunity Booster – Omega fatty acids improve gut flora and increase resilience in your body   

Energy / Focus – promotes wakefulness of your body by strengthening individual cells.  You wouldn’t think it but energy and focus were the most noticeable benefits.  I was not expecting that!  I went from being tired and sluggish to being completely energized and focused. My husband even noticed the difference after only 2 days of taking it!

HEMP OIL RELIEVES

Pain

Arthritis

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Inflammation

IS IT LEGAL

Yes, Hemp oil or Hemp CBD is legal, depending on where you live.  The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, which federally legalized hemp and hemp-derived products says hemp cannot contain any more than 0.3% THC.

If CBD Is Derived From the Marijuana Plant It’s Still Considered Illegal.

Federal law states it is a schedule I controlled substance.  There’s a lot of confusion about the regulations around this.  Be sure to check your state laws every state is different.

I live in Texas and CBD oil became legal in 2018.  So while Texas is a little behind California, state laws are still the laws.  Please check your state laws for the legality of CBD derived from marijuana or hemp.

DID YOU KNOW

The word Marijuana was used as a derogatory term towards Mexicans, it was used to spread anti-cannabis propaganda in the 1920s-1930s; which Congress linked to Mexicans who immigrated to the US after the Mexican revolution.  It’s said that the term is of a racist and xenophobic (dislike or fear of people from other countries) origin. 

Some argue that the term marijuana itself is not racist but it was created to cause division against a particular race. So it has a history of racism.  

The term is so common that it’ll take a long time to reverse this, I think. Most of us don’t mean it to be derogatory but I can understand the reason some people see this as a negative word.  Even the cannabis community is moving away from using the term.

Cannabis

It’s interesting to learn the origin of a word that we think is just a word for pot, weed, mary jane, MJ, bud, and the list goes on, comes from such a history.  If you’re wondering the most correct term is Cannabis. BUT as you now know there are different strains of Cannabis Sativa.

Remember no two people are the same therefore no two people will have the same experience.  You won’t know if it works for you or not until you try it.  And if you’re not into it then don’t try it.  Learning what is hemp oil and CBD oil, was the first step on this journey.

Have you’ve tried a CBD oil that you like and had good results? Please leave the info in a comment below.  

UPDATE 6/27/19

I recently started using this CBD Oil. All of their CBD oil used for their products goes through rigorous 3rd party testing, the results of which are published right on their website. Total transparency and unparalleled quality. 

I’ve used this for only 4 days and I already feel an improvement in my stress. You know that feeling when you’re stressed and your shoulders are tight, stiff and you just can’t breathe anymore?

Well, all of a sudden, you feel your shoulder finally relax and you can breathe a little easier. Stress isn’t as heavy or stifling. If you’re the least bit stressed and are needing some relief but can’t find it anywhere, then try this!

TRY THIS CBD OIL

This CBD oil by far tastes better than most as it has orange flavoring or lemon via essential oil. I like the product and will use it again. Find out the best essential oils that aren’t crazy expensive and still have great quality here.

UPDATE 8/31/2019

After using the Global Healing Center’s Organic Hemp Extract, I can report that it is a fast-acting product. This product comes in a much larger bottle than the other brands so you definitely get more products for the cost.

While this product doesn’t have an added flavor to make it more palatable, it delivers in relaxation. I take the recommended 1ml and within 5-10 minutes I feel a little happier, laugh more, and just at ease. That’s saying a lot considering I have 2 very rambunctious little people running around at all times. I highly recommend Organic Hemp Extract. This is a great product, give this one a try first if you’re not sure which to try. You get more bang for your buck for sure.

There you have it, what is hemp oil and CBD oil? Now you know.

UPDATE 3/30/22

I recently went on vacation and added CBD oil to my massage. It is awesome. You don’t feel the effects at least I didn’t until after the massage. About an hour later I felt a deep relaxation from the CBD oil. It was amazing. It’s what you need with your massage, especially on vacation.

I wish you peace and guidance on your journey.  Take care and be well.