Using CBD products for various ailments is becoming common. However, people who do not know about CBD can easily misunderstand it as marijuana or other harmful drugs. Moreover, hemp belongs to the same species as marijuana and this can easily make your parents worried. So it is essential for you to make your parents understand the difference between marijuana and pure hemp extract products. Also, make it clear that hemp-derived products cannot make you high.
So through this article, we can help you to explain CBD to your parents.
Break It Down
There is a lot of information regarding hemp extracts and CBD products. You know how much effort you have put to know about CBD products. Let your parents know about it in a way they can understand. Break the whole information into small sections.
First, explain what CBD is and then go to the difference between the hemp plant and marijuana. Explain to them that THC is the main cannabinoid in marijuana that is responsible for the euphoric effects. Also, tell them that natural hemp extract only has a maximum of 0.3% THC in them.
Emphasize On The Benefits
You know that CBD has many benefits. CBD products are used for reducing pain, reducing sleep problems, etc. You will probably have an ailment for which you are taking CBD products. Explain to them how the CBD product eases your symptoms and makes you comfortable.
Throw Light On Some Common Myths
The most common myth associated with CBD products is that they make you high. Explain to them that the CBD product you are using doesn’t contain any psychoactive compounds. If they don’t believe you, show them the certificate of your product.
Another myth is that CBD is illegal. A CBD product is illegal if and if only it contains more than 0.3% THC in them. There are marijuana-based CBD products with a higher concentration of THC, but they are prescription medicines. None of the hemp-based CBD products have more than 0.3% of THC.
Another myth is that the FDA hasn’t approved CBD products hence it is unsafe. Yes, indeed, FDA doesn’t guarantee the safety of CBD products, but there are tons of results that show they are effective and safe. Also, FDA has approved Epidiolex, a CBD-based drug for seizures, and could approve other CBD drugs in the future.
With the help of all the facts, we believe that you can convince your parents about the benefits and safety of using CBD products.