Full Spectrum Oil vs. CBD isolate – which is better?

Barbara Arranz

September 17, 2022

Understand in this article the differences between CBD isolate and Full Spectrum oil

5 minutes read

The oil extracted from Cannabis has been gaining more and more prominence both in the media and in research centers. As studies are carried out and puUnderstand in this article the differences between CBD isolate and Full Spectrum, how the pharmaceutical industry disseminates incomplete information about medical marijuana and why Full Spectrum oil is the most suitable for treating patients .

The oil extracted from Cannabis has been gaining more and more prominence both in the media and in research centers. As studies are carried out and published, more people realize the power that the cannabinoids in marijuana have to act against a number of ailments.

However, confusion is common: those who do not know the world of medical cannabis in depth think that CBD isolate is a compound that contains all the components of the plant. But that's not true.

The acronym CBD stands for cannabidiol , which is the name of one of the more than 100 cannabinoids found in marijuana. CBD isolate, therefore, is an extraction of only 1 property from marijuana.

Although cannabidiol is really powerful, its effectiveness diminishes when it is separated from the other components of marijuana. This is why many medical cannabis scholars, including myself, advocate the use of full spectrum oil, that is, one that extracts and preserves all of the more than 400 phytoactive properties of marijuana .

Next, you will better understand the differences between CBD isolate and Full Spectrum and realize that the fight must be for everyone to have access to the complete extract and not just a component of the plant.

blished, more people realize the power that the cannabinoids in marijuana have to act against a number of ailments.

However, confusion is common: those who do not know the world of medical cannabis in depth think that CBD isolate is a compound that contains all the components of the plant. But that's not true.

The acronym CBD stands for cannabidiol, which is the name of one of the more than 100 cannabinoids found in marijuana. CBD isolate, therefore, is an extraction of only 1 property from marijuana.

Although cannabidiol is really powerful, its effectiveness diminishes when it is separated from the other components of marijuana. That's why many medical cannabis scholars, including myself, advocate the use of full spectrum oil, that is, one that extracts and preserves all of the more than 400 phytoactive properties of marijuana.

Next, you will better understand the differences between CBD isolate and Full Spectrum and realize that the fight must be for everyone to have access to the complete extract and not just a component of the plant.

Full Spectrum Oil: What is it?

Cannabis oil is an oil extracted from both sativa and indica plants . This extraction is done in the laboratory, in order to produce a pure, organic substance that preserves cannabinoids (the most important actives in marijuana), terpenes and other natural chemicals.

This organic oil is called “full spectrum” because, unlike oils produced by the pharmaceutical industry (such as CBD isolate), it preserves all the elements of the plant.

Many countries have already liberalized the production and use of cannabis-based medicines. The thing is, pharmaceutical oil usually only extracts some elements from cannabis, not all of the plant's 400-plus components. This difference is purposefully not explained to patients, who purchase CBD isolate thinking they are making use of the complete oil, when in fact they are only receiving fractions of what marijuana has to offer .

Cannabis activism believes that oil is much more effective when it is extracted whole, without eliminating or discarding cannabinoids.

It is important to say that it is possible to adjust the dosage of components in each milligram of the full spectrum oil. In this way, there is no danger that the medicinal oil will alter the perception of reality and generate psychoactive effects.

Even THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol), the main psychoactive cannabinoid in marijuana, is carefully dosed to bring benefits without causing problems. Considered the "villain" among cannabinoids, THC is one of the components that best react to the receptors of the endocannabinoid system (CB1 and CB2), being useful for the treatment of chronic pain, inflammation, glaucoma , improves appetite and much more!

What's behind the popularization of CBD isolate?

After unfairly turning THC into a villain, the pharmaceutical industry sold CBD as the “good guy” and presented CBD isolate as the good part of marijuana . Not only is this scientifically incorrect, it is also disrespectful to the plant and makes it difficult for millions of people to access the beneficial properties of THC.

When extracted and dosed correctly, this cannabinoid – like the others – poses no danger. In fact, it is just the opposite: combined with CBD and other cannabinoids such as cannabinol (CBN), tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) and cannabigerol (CBG), the medicinal power intensifies and improvements occur on several fronts.

Think of marijuana as a big machine. A part alone performs its function, but only when all the parts are together does the machine achieve its purpose.

So it's easy to understand why Full Spectrum Oil is always going to be better than CBD isolate for medical use . The next step in this fight is to make the population aware of this difference and to put pressure on the government so that people's access to this compound is facilitated.

Vaping vs. Smoking vs. Ingesting Cannabis - what is the difference?

Method	Onset	Duration	Important Notes
Smoking • Smoking the dried flower from the cannabis plant in a pipe, bong, or joint is a common method of ingestion. • The chain reaction that occurs upon inhalation happens very quickly and delivers the cannabinoids to your system with extreme efficiency	Within seconds of inhalation	Effects will generally peak within thirty minutes and diminish anywhere from 1-3 hours after ingestion	The smoke generated from burning papers and lighter fluid chemicals contain carcinogenic compounds
Vaping • A smokeless form of inhalation. Vaporizers heat cannabis plant matter (or its oil) to a temperature that forces trichomes away from the plant into the vapors	Within seconds of inhalation	Effects will generally peak before thirty minutes and diminish in a couple of hours	Using cartridges and oils from reputable companies is incredibly important as there is a risk of chemical solvents and low quality materials during this transitional period as health and safety regulations are implemented
Edibles • The cannabinoids reach the cells by the way of the liver, which converts THC into another, more potent chemical, 11-hydroxy-THC. Edibles can come in many forms, including gummies, jerky, chocolate, ice cream, pizza, and mints	Fifteen minutes to two hours depending on metabolism and whether or not the user ingests them on an empty stomach (which accelerates absorption)	Roughly 4-6 hours, though unusually high doses can result in effects lasting over 24 hours	Because of the delayed onset of edibles, some users ingest additional portions in order to achieve their desired effects. This leads to overconsumption and doses that can be overwhelming to users for substantially long periods of time

Method

Onset

Duration

Important Notes

Smoking

• Smoking the dried flower from the cannabis plant in a pipe, bong, or joint is a common method of ingestion.
• The chain reaction that occurs upon inhalation happens very quickly and delivers the cannabinoids to your system with extreme efficiency

Within seconds of inhalation

Effects will generally peak within thirty minutes and diminish anywhere from 1-3 hours after ingestion

The smoke generated from burning papers and lighter fluid chemicals contain carcinogenic compounds

Vaping

• A smokeless form of inhalation. Vaporizers heat cannabis plant matter (or its oil) to a temperature that forces trichomes away from the plant into the vapors

Within seconds of inhalation

Effects will generally peak before thirty minutes and diminish in a couple of hours

Using cartridges and oils from reputable companies is incredibly important as there is a risk of chemical solvents and low quality materials during this transitional period as health and safety regulations are implemented

Edibles

• The cannabinoids reach the cells by the way of the liver, which converts THC into another, more potent chemical, 11-hydroxy-THC. Edibles can come in many forms, including gummies, jerky, chocolate, ice cream, pizza, and mints

Fifteen minutes to two hours depending on metabolism and whether or not the user ingests them on an empty stomach (which accelerates absorption)

Roughly 4-6 hours, though unusually high doses can result in effects lasting over 24 hours

Because of the delayed onset of edibles, some users ingest additional portions in order to achieve their desired effects. This leads to overconsumption and doses that can be overwhelming to users for substantially long periods of time

First of all, it is important to emphasize that here we are talking about the use of Cannabis for medicinal treatment. The act of smoking, whether cannabis or another type of cigarette, can cause long-term damage. What people consider is the reduction of these damages, that is, what benefits the practice can bring and how they can overcome the possible harm .

That said, here's the explanation: by making use of full spectrum oil, you have a more efficient control of the dosage of cannabinoids, terpenes and other properties of the plant you are consuming. Therefore, you can make adjustments until you find the dose that best suits you.

In addition, during the oil extraction process, the oil is refined, which generates a cleaner, purer substance that is better absorbed by the body. On the other hand, when you smoke the plant, you end up losing part of the efficiency of many compounds in this process.

In contrast, many people smoke to relax. In a way, we are also talking about a medicinal use, since the control of anxiety, for example, is something that brings positive impacts to the person.

Therefore, when we talk about treatments related to the medical use of marijuana, it is recommended to talk to a doctor about the use of full spectrum oil, as the substance can be dosed according to the patient's needs. Cannabis oil can be used for a variety of purposes, such as treating insomnia, depression, chronic pain , cancer , endometriosis , diabetes and many other pathologies!

But if the person's intention is to relax and have a moment with himself, the smoke of the plant can also bring its benefits. The consumption of the plant by smoking , by the way, is one of the first uses of cannabis and dates back more than 6000 years!

Hemp Vegan does not condemn one type of use or another. This is a space for disseminating information about medical marijuana and the entire cannabis universe, bringing data that help the reader to make their own decisions more consciously.

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