When should you use CBD?

It is inevitable that every CBD user will ask this question: when is the best time to consume cannabinoids for the greatest effect? There is no one right answer to this question. The choice of when to consume CBD depends on the product’s form (e-liquids, CBD oils, flowers, etc.) but also on the desired effects.

Choosing the right time to consume CBD products

The first criterion to consider when it is best to consume CBD is the form of the chosen product. CBD e-liquids, CBD flowers used in recipe, or CBD oils used sublingually will not have the same absorption rate.

When cannabinoids are inhaled, they quickly cross the barrier of the pulmonary alveoli to enter the bloodstream. Moreover, the effects felt have a limited duration. In contrast, ingested cannabinoids will take longer to pass through the walls of the digestive tract but will remain in the bloodstream longer.

Astudy conducted in 2018 showed that after oral administration of CBD, the first traces of CBD are detected very quickly in the blood. However, the maximum concentration of cannabinoids in the body is only reached within 3 to 5 hours.

If you decide to consume CBD in food, drink or in capsules, be aware that cannabinoid bioavailability is greater if you eat foods rich in fat at the same time. Therefore, it is beneficial to consume CBD at mealtimes to optimise its effects.

Choosing the right time to use CBD, depending on the desired effects

There are two other factors to consider when deciding on the best time to use CBD. You need to consider both the effects you are looking for and the impact of CBD on your body.

If CBD consumption gives you a boost of energy, you may like taking it in the morning when you wake up or after lunch, when you feel drowsy.

For those who use CBD to better manage stress and anxiety and to improve sleep, it is best to take cannabinoids at night. Some consumers like to set a specific time or times during the day to take the dose of cannabinoids that will make them feel good. When using CBD to relieve chronic pain or to alleviate discomfort, it is best to take the cannabinoids at a fixed time to establish a routine and to ensure you don’t forget.

It is best to experiment to decide how much CBD to consume and exactly when to take it. Some people feel the effects of CBD very quickly after taking it, while others need to be patient. Finally, there are cases where CBD use is primarily circumstantial. Inhaling CBD can provide quick relief from an episode of acute pain. Similarly, top sportsmen and women can turn to cannabinoids to better manage stress before competitions, or to relieve aches and pains after exercise.

Therefore, the best time to use CBD is extremely variable and depends on individual preferences. It is up to you to test different times of the day in order to find out when you will benefit from hemp the most.