The UK is reported to have over 1.3 million regular CBD users, with millions more saying they have or will be willing to try it. It is not surprising to be overwhelmed by the variety and choice. We know CBD can be daunting, so here are the most common CBD FAQs. We want you to be comfortable on your journey.
CBD is short for cannabidiol. CBD is a plant-based cannabinoid, also known as a phytocannabinoid. They are present in many plants, but CBD is found at its highest concentrations in cannabis and hemp plants. CBD is associated with the positive therapeutic properties of cannabis. CBD has none of the negative, intoxicating or psychoactive effects of cannabis.
THC is an abbreviation for tetrahydrocannabinol. Thc is a plant-based cannabinoid, found in its highest concentrations in a cannabis plant. This is the compound responsible for the high caused by cannabis. It has therapeutic benefits, but it is mainly known for the intoxicating or psychoactive effects it causes.
No. CBD does not contain THC and so does not have any intoxicating or psychoactive effects on the mind or the body.
Yes, CBD products are legal for sale and consumption, provided they contain no THC.
Yes. CBD is "well tolerated with a good safety profile" according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). There is no evidence that CBDs causes abuse risk, or health detriment.
Our product comes in one strength: 1000mg/10ml. This means that our CBD drops are highly concentrated. 10 ml equals 200 drops. Each drop contains 5mg of CBD.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) do not recommend taking more than 70mg of CBD a day.
Yes, our tinctures are made from MCT (derived solely from coconut) and CBD.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) does not recommend those who are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking any medication to consume CBD products.
No. CBD will not show up in a recreational drugs test because all our CBD product is entirely THC-free.
The world anti-doping agency, has stated that CBD can be used by competitive athletes. It is important to be careful. Some CBD products contain THC. The tincture club does not.
The world anti-doping agency, has stated that CBD can be used by competitive athletes. It is important to be careful. Some CBD products contain THC. The tincture club does not.
CBD isolate is a refined accurate extract. It only contains CBD and no other cannabinoids. Isolation happens through co2 extraction and crystal precipitation. Isolate is more mathematically consistent, ensuring a more precise product.
Distillate has a wider/ broader spread of cannabinoids, it usually contains elements of other terpenes, lipids, fats, waxes and other cannabinoids including THC.
The main issue with distillate is the lack of mathematical consistency. Distillate is never the same. Batch to batch, supplier to supplier.
CBD content changes, terpenes change, and the intrinsic benefits of the extract are always changing. Distillate is very valuable when it is understood and used properly.
TTC always use isolate, so we know what we are giving you. And more importantly, you know what you are getting.
Distillate has a wider/ broader spread of cannabinoids, it usually contains elements of other terpenes, lipids, fats, waxes and other cannabinoids including THC.
The main issue with distillate is the lack of mathematical consistency. Distillate is never the same. Batch to batch, supplier to supplier.
CBD content changes, terpenes change, and the intrinsic benefits of the extract are always changing. Distillate is very valuable when it is understood and used properly.
TTC always use isolate, so we know what we are giving you. And more importantly, you know what you are getting.
Broad-spectrum refers to a cannabinoid extract which contains a wide spread of legal cannabinoids. A broad-spectrum extract will contain, other cannabinoids, waxes, lipids, fats, residual plant matter and oils, flavonoids and terpenoids.
For a broad spectrum to be legal, it needs to be THC free.
Therefore a true legal broad-spectrum extract is very rare as there are many cannabinoids that are illegal in the UK.
CBD isolate is a further refined more accurate extract. It only contains CBD and no other cannabinoids. Isolate is more mathematically consistent, ensuring a more reliable product for you the end-user.
For a broad spectrum to be legal, it needs to be THC free.
Therefore a true legal broad-spectrum extract is very rare as there are many cannabinoids that are illegal in the UK.
CBD isolate is a further refined more accurate extract. It only contains CBD and no other cannabinoids. Isolate is more mathematically consistent, ensuring a more reliable product for you the end-user.
CBD is currently legal in Europe and the UK. If you plan to travel any further afield, please check what the local authorities say.
Yes. The largest bottle of liquid you can bring onto most commercial flights is 100ml. Our bottle is only 10ml, but please make sure your destination is CBD friendly.
From seed to letterbox, we have had complete control of the creation, journey and life of our products. Scan the QR code enter your batch number and the story is there waiting to be heard.
We have cut out everyone along the distribution chain. We have no distributors, wholesalers or retailers. We own, manufacture and distribute all our own products.
We have over five years of direct CBD experience.
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