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Did you know that around 33% of people in the United States alone have used a CBD product at some point in their lives?

CBD and THC are two cannabinoids that have been growing in popularity in recent years. More and more states are legalizing THC, while CBD is already legal in most locations.

More than that, people are starting to discover how beneficial these cannabinoids can be to one’s wellbeing. But when it comes to THC and CBD infused drinks, what should you expect? THC and CBD come in many forms such as edibles, vapes, balms, and more, but what about drinks?

Cannabis drinks are a relatively new invention, but that doesn’t mean that they still aren’t great to try. In fact, they might soon become your next favorite cannabis product. But is there any real difference between THC infused drinks and CBD infused beverages?

Keep reading and learn more about what makes CBD and THC beverages unique.

UNDERSTANDING THC INFUSED DRINKS

When it comes to THC vs CBD infused beverages, the first thing you should know is that THC is certainly the more potent choice out of the two.

THC is a cannabinoid derived from the marijuana plant, though it can also come from the hemp plant. Most THC manufacturers prefer to get it from the marijuana plant because it produces THC in much higher concentrations in comparison to the hemp plant.

What makes THC unique is its ability to affect the brain. It is a psychoactive compound, meaning it is able to produce a high when consumed. It is able to do this by affecting the endocannabinoid system in the brain.

This system is always functioning even when you’re not consuming cannabis. This is because the body actually produces a couple of its own cannabinoids. The endocannabinoid system has two main receptors that make it possible for the brain to process cannabinoids: the CB1 receptor and the CB2 receptor.

Together, these receptors are responsible for all sorts of functions in the body. For example, they have the ability to affect one’s mood, appetite, pain response, and immune system function. THC is able to reach the cannabinoid system through the blood.

What You Need to Know

When you consume a drink with THC in it, the THC will first go down into the stomach. It will take some time for the stomach to digest the THC and break it down into particles that are small enough to enter the blood. This might take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the speed of your metabolism.

Once THC enters the blood, it will rush to the brain where it will then be able to interact with the endocannabinoid system and enact some effects. Because THC is psychoactive, the effects it produces will be quite different compared to CBD since CBD is not psychoactive.

In particular, you will enter a different mental state when you try THC drinks. Some people find that THC makes them more creative, more relaxed, and more at peace with themselves and the world around them. Some research has found that THC may even have some anti-inflammatory properties because of the way it is able to alter the immune response and pain response.

If this is true, THC may also be able to reduce physical discomfort and inflammation in the body. So, how do the effects of CBD infused drinks compare to THC drinks?

UNDERSTANDING CBD INFUSED DRINKS

CBD and THC are not all that different since they both originate from the cannabis plant, although they both produce very different effects. The first thing you need to know about CBD is that it is not psychoactive as THC is. You might wonder what the point of drinking CBD would be if it doesn’t get you high.

However, some people might not like the feeling of getting high but still want to reap the benefits that cannabinoids have to offer.

CBD is still full of benefits for the body even though you might not be able to feel the effects as strongly as when you consume THC. Some CBD products may contain trace amounts of THC, usually around 0.03% or less, but this amount is not enough to produce a psychoactive high.

To make sure that the THC content is as low as possible, many CBD manufacturers prefer to get their CBD from hemp plants rather than marijuana plants. This is because hemp plants produce high concentrations of CBD while producing very low concentrations of THC. This makes it very easy to filter out the remaining THC in favor of the CBD.

The great thing about CBD is that it is an antioxidant. An antioxidant is a very beneficial substance that is able to fight free radicals. Free radicals are unstable atoms that occur in the body due to stress.

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Several scientific studies have shown that free radicals are harmful to human health in a variety of ways. In particular, when free radicals try to stabilize themselves by interacting with human cells, they cause all sorts of damage that can lead to accelerated aging, the development of certain cancers, and inflammation throughout the body.

As you can imagine, this isn’t ideal for anyone’s health, but most people have bodies that are full of free radicals. By consuming more antioxidants such as CBD, the body has the opportunity to reduce the damage caused by free radicals and also has the chance to reduce the number of free radicals themselves. As a result, inflammation in the body will go down and your body will be much healthier than before.

CBD drinks make consuming antioxidants easier than ever before. When you consume CBD, the cannabinoid will travel to the endocannabinoid system in the same way as THC. However, CBD will not affect this system or its receptors in quite the same way.

This is why CBD does not produce a psychoactive high. However, you may still experience certain effects after consuming CBD. For example, some people find that CBD can help them relax, especially after a long and stressful day.

Some people may also find that CBD makes their bodies feel more at ease. CBD might even affect your appetite and make you feel hungrier.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN CHOOSING THC OR CBD INFUSED DRINKS

When choosing CBD or THC infused drinks, you’ll always want to be sure that you’re buying high-quality products. There are many drinks of this nature that use very low-quality ingredients or load the drinks with sugar. If you really want to benefit from these cannabinoids, you will want to make sure that the overall drink will be enjoyable.

In particular, you will want to know what kind of cannabinoids are in the drink before you buy anything. For example, if you plan on buying a CBD drink, you should know what kind of CBD is in it.

Full-spectrum CBD is a very good type of CBD. It is full of CBD and other cannabinoids, including trace amounts of THC. It also contains certain plant compounds such as terpenes and plant fats leftover from the hemp plant.

All of these compounds together make full-spectrum CBD to be considered healthier and more effective by many.

Types of Cannabinoids

There are other forms of CBD such as broad-spectrum CBD and CBD isolate. Both of these forms of CBD are more filtered than full-spectrum CBD, and they may or may not provide as many health benefits.

Usually, broad-spectrum CBD and CBD isolate don’t contain any trace amounts of THC. If you want a little THC in your CBD drink, you’ll want to opt for a drink that has full-spectrum CBD in it.

There are, of course, flavored cannabinoid drinks. There are many flavors you can choose from, whether it be cherry, lime, orange, or anything else. Some drinks are even fizzy.

The variation of these drinks makes them very versatile, and there’s nothing stopping you from using them in a variety of ways. For example, why not try mixing up some fruit punch or some fancy CBD cocktails? This would be a great way to experiment with different cannabinoid drinks and find which one best fits your tastes.

If you’re not very creative when it comes to playing around with drinks, you can always consume these drinks directly. They will still be very tasty and you will still be able to enjoy the benefits of the cannabinoids.

ALL ABOUT THC AND CBD INFUSED DRINKS

When it comes to THC and CBD infused drinks, the benefits are endless. While THC produces a psychoactive high and CBD does not, they both produce different social and recreational experiences.

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