The proliferation of CBD products in recent years has seen a bolstering in anecdotal evidence of its many medicinal properties. This has enabled countless people to take their health and wellness into their own hands, and to enjoy the mitigation of symptoms with much less severe side effects than can be achieved through the use of pharmaceuticals. Although adults are the only ones who suffer from these ailments which can be reduced by CBD, so many parents are wondering whether CBD is safe for children.
When one refers to CBD, they could be referring to one of several different things, with pure CBD oil being an extract of 100% CBD, whereas full spectrum CBD includes other components from the cannabis plant. Knowing the differences here can help guide your decision in giving CBD to your kids, and can be integral in ensuring the efficacy of the product. The major concern for most parents is about the THC content of some CBD products, more notably full spectrum CBD oil.
Here is a look at the different kinds of CBD oil, and whether any of them may be applicable in helping treat your kids’ ailments.
Types of CBD
There are countless resources out there giving plenty of detail about the three kinds of CBD oil products on the market, so we will keep it brief here.
Pure CBD
Pure CBD oil, also known as a CBD tincture, is a pure extraction of CBD from the hemp, rather than cannabis, plant. This has been useful in instances where an individual needs to take a higher dose of CBD, although evidence is showing that the inclusion of other components adds to the efficacy.
Broad Spectrum
A middle ground between pure CBD oil and full spectrum, broad spectrum consists of all components of the cannabis plant, with either minimal or no THC. This allows the individual to take advantage of the fabled ‘Entourage Effect’, without risking any psychoactive properties.
Full Spectrum
Considered the most effective of the three, full spectrum CBD consists of all components of the cannabis plant. This gives the true ‘Entourage Effect’, and can be used to treat all ailments that are associated with CBD, including insomnia, anxiety, depression, and lack of appetite.
Tetrahydrocannabinol
The psychoactive component in the cannabis plant, THC, has been the source of controversy as well as a source of inspiration for many great musicians and artists over the years. Although, when it comes to children, you should limit their consumption of this component, as it can affect their development. This is where it gets tricky, as THC may improve the efficacy of CBD in full spectrum products, so if there’s a noticeable difference in treating your child’s seizures between full and broad spectrum, it may be better to give them the full.
What Can Pure and Broad Spectrum CBD Do for Them?
Without THC, CBD products are still effective in treating a range of ailments. As CBD will be a foreign substance to their system, it may be best to start with a pure CBD oil and graduate to a broad spectrum once they are comfortable with the effects.
Pure CBD or broad spectrum can treat the following ailments: insomnia, lack of appetite, and chronic or constant pain. Although they alone cannot treat these problems, so be sure to come up with a strategy which includes healthy food and regular exercise to ensure the efficacy.
Insomnia
As a child, insomnia can be confusing and overwhelmingly frustrating as the sleep deprivation builds up over time. Sleep deprivation can lead to a number of problems in their development, and affect their quality of life from day one, so finding ways to identify and treat insomnia are important.
Dosing them with CBD an hour or two before bedtime can help them to fall asleep more comfortably.
Lack of Appetite
Whether it’s caused by something specific, or simply a reaction to societal norms about body shape, children can be as susceptible to a lack of appetite as adults. Although in those young years, the body needs a lot of nutrients to help grow properly, catching this early is again very important.
A dose an hour or two before lunch or dinner can help to stimulate their appetite.
Chronic and Constant Pain
Whether they’re born with it, or it’s from an illness or injury, chronic or constant pain is something that children shouldn’t have to deal with. It can be distressing and cause insomnia, lack of appetite, anxiety, and depression; so, finding a way to help them manage it is a must.
Regular use of CBD either in the mornings, evenings, or even throughout the day can be the best way to help them manage chronic pain without the doping effects of opiate-based painkillers.
So, is it Safe?
Yes and no. It’s important to know that while THC can improve the effects of CBD, it may not be appropriate depending on their age and ailments. Although both pure CBD and broad spectrum (which specifically doesn’t contain THC) can be excellent tools in helping them combat the aforementioned ailments.
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