Holistic Approach
CBD Facts
CBD consists of three main types, each with variations:
· Isolates – Contains CBD only and does not possess other cannabinoids or THC.
· Full Spectrum – Comprises all parts of the cannabis plant and contains less than 0.3% THC.
· Broad-spectrum – Contains most of the cannabis plant compounds. Typically, Broad Spectrum
CBD does not contain THC; however, some products will hold trace quantities.
Full Spectrum CBD (0.03% THC) – Full spectrum CBD (Whole plant extract) does possess THC. The oil goes through cannabinoid extraction and filtration with full-spectrum extractions, excluding cannabinoids and their compounds. While full Spectrum CBD does have THC, the amounts are moderate compared to the cannabis THC plants. Full Spectrum has a wider range of health benefits than Isolate a Broad Spectrum. CBD Isolate (0% THC) begins with making distillate, which possesses plant matter and other cannabinoids, including CBC, CBD, CBG, CBN, and THC. Chromatography removes plant matter and cannabinoids, which will separate and purify individual chemical compounds.
The process consists of extracting crude oil from the initial biomass, then winterizing, decarboxylating, and distilling the oil, which results in a 99%+ pure cannabinoid crystal. This isolated process occurs after distillation and separates the cannabinoids.
CBD isolate is a crystalline solid or powder that contains 99% pure CBD. This extraction process removes all the active compounds from the cannabis plant. Following is a refining process that strips away all other phytocannabinoids, including THC, and any plant matter.
Broad Spectrum CBD (Does not possess THC, but sometimes has trace amounts) –
Broad Spectrum produces in a couple of ways:
A) Add terpenes, flavonoids, and minor cannabinoids to CBD isolate.
B) Remove THC from Full Spectrum extract via distillation.
Broad-spectrum CBD contains all the same compounds as full-spectrum CBD, minus THC. CBD isolate only contains CBD and no other cannabinoids or compounds from the plant.
