CBD & The Entourage Effect: A Quick Guide

Introduction

CBD has undeniably garnered immense popularity but there is little research to back all the purported benefits. The CBD market is growing worldwide and since the Canadian law legalized recreational sales of CBD one can only imagine how widely accessible CBD products have become to the Canadian population.

With so much hype revolving around CBD products and no real facts to back them, one is always on the lookout for scientific theories that might explain the mechanism behind the wonders of CBD.

The Entourage Effect is one such fascinating theory that has recently come to light as it discusses the mechanism that makes Full Spectrum CBD Products the most effective among other CBD Profile products.

What Exactly is CBD?

CBD as it is popularly known is, in reality, an acronym for Cannabidiol- the magic chemical compound discovered from the Cannabis Sativa plant. Cannabidiol is one of the many organic compounds present in the Cannabis Sativa or hemp plant. In a Full Spectrum CBD Product, the hemp extract does not contain only CBD rather it is richly blended with other naturally occurring compounds that are present in the Cannabis or hemp plant.

The assortment of compounds that makes the Full spectrum CBD product include cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) along with other compounds. Whereas Broad Spectrum CBD Products consist of all the assorted compounds except THC and the Isolated Spectrum CBD Products comprises purely of CBD.

What is the Entourage Effect?

The entourage effect refers to the way the different compounds of the Cannabis plant interact at a molecular level inside our body as they synergistically work and bring about the maximum effect of CBD. It has been noticed that when all these compounds are used together the effect is greater and stronger as compared to when an isolated compound is administered.

To understand the Entourage Effect you should know where in the body these cannabinoids and other compounds of the cannabis plant act. It is believed that the components of a Full Spectrum CBD Product yield its effect by interacting with the endocannabinoid system or ECS present in the body and it is responsible for managing emotional, psychological, and cognitive balance. Primarily the endocannabinoid system maintains homeostasis which means that it keeps the internal environment of the body in check.

When all the compounds present in the CBD product act through the Endocannabinoid system it produces anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anxiety-relieving effects along with managing sleep.

What does the Entourage Effect Do to the User of CBD Product?

The widely accepted application of the Entourage Effect is observed when CBD dampens the unwanted psychoactive effect of THC while they work synergistically in the body. For instance, CBD cancels the negative effects of THC such as intoxication, anxiety, tachycardia, and paranoia. Therefore, it won’t be wrong to say that CBD mitigates the undesirable effects of THC while concurrently producing anticonvulsant and analgesic effects thus yielding therapeutic benefits for the user. This effect of CBD at taming THC is one example of the entourage effect.

Additionally, the other cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids also play a role in the entourage effect by creating a robust therapeutic effect and resulting in an increased clinical significance of these compounds. Earlier it was presumed that terpenes are mainly responsible for the strong aroma present in the CBD products while this is true what is more significant is that terpenes possess a plethora of health benefits such as reducing stress, and improves blood circulation, controlling the appetite, and gives relief from physical uneasiness. All these beneficial effects of terpenes are experienced by the user of CBD Products through the entourage effect.

Final Word about the Entourage Effect

If simply put it can be said that all the cannabinoids including CBD and THC present in the Full Spectrum CBD product work in a concert-like fashion where each component is complementing the other. Thereby yielding maximum therapeutic results for the befit of the user. It also means improved brain health and better analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and stress-relieving activity. However, there is room for plenty of research since we are in just the initial stages of exploration of the much-hyped CBD.

So when Canadians shop for their CBD Products they should do a little homework and learn about the product before ordering it right away because Canada’s CBD market is huge and you are sure to get overwhelmed by it so better be well-updated with all that’s in the market so that you can make a wise purchase!