CBD Gummies vs Other Forms of CBD Products

For many adults, CBD gummies are the product of choice for those who wish to enjoy the calming wellness benefits of CBD.** But there’s a wide variety of other CBD products on the market, as well, including CBD capsules and other CBD edibles, CBD oil tinctures, CBD vape products, and CBD topical products, such as CBD creams and CBD balms. So, which kind of CBD product is right for you?

In this article, we’ll do a deep dive into CBD gummies, to see why gummies are such a popular option for CBD users. And we’ll compare CBD gummies with other types of products. Much of this discussion will be about how CBD metabolizes when you take a gummy versus a sublingual CBD oil or other types of products. For most products, this is the differentiating factor between them and CBD gummies. But we’ll also compare CBD gummies to other CBD edibles, as well.

Let’s begin, though, with a quick refresher course on what CBD is and how CBD works in the body.

CBD & Hemp

CBD (cannabidiol) is a chemical compound found in the cannabis plant. As all of our products (gummy and otherwise) are made with the low-THC form of cannabis, called hemp, we’ll focus on hemp-derived CBD in this article. CBD is one of a group of over a hundred compounds found in hemp, called cannabinoids. Unlike THC, CBD is non-intoxicating.

Instead, CBD delivers health and wellness benefits through its interaction with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS).** This system helps the body to maintain homeostasis, or healthy balance. CBD interacts with receptors in the ECS, similar to the body’s own endocannabinoids, helping to bolster its performance.** This interaction produces a variety of health and wellness benefits, and it’s a major reason why CBD products have become so popular for many adults.** 

Full-Spectrum CBD vs Broad-Spectrum CBD vs CBD Isolate

CBD is derived from the buds, leaves, and stalks of the hemp plant. The initial extraction, which contains all of the cannabinoids (including CBD and trace amounts of THC), terpenes, flavonoids, and healthy fatty acids of the plant, is called full-spectrum CBD. As you probably figured out, this CBD oil is called full-spectrum CBD because it contains the “full spectrum” of the hemp plant’s beneficial compounds.

Even though, legally, hemp plants cannot contain more than 0.3% THC, many adults still prefer to have those trace amounts of THC filtered out. Broad-spectrum CBD is a similar CBD oil to full spectrum, but the oil undergoes an additional filtration process, leaving only non-detectable amounts of THC in the resulting CBD.

CBD isolate is CBD with all of the other hemp compounds removed, making CBD isolate 99% pure CBD. Because CBD isolate doesn’t contain other cannabinoids or hemp compounds, users are unable to take advantage of the Entourage Effect. This refers to the phenomenon by which CBD and other hemp compounds work to bolster one another’s effects, when taken together.** Only broad spectrum and full spectrum CBD can produce the Entourage Effect.** 

What Are CBD Gummies?

CBD gummies are chewy health supplements containing CBD and, often, other complementary ingredients. CBD gummies should never be confused with regular gummies, and should be treated as a health and wellness product.

Among the benefits of CBD gummies, beyond the CBD and other ingredients, is the fact that CBD gummies are consistently dosed from gummy to gummy. CBD gummies are also mess-free, easily portable, and discreet (for those who wish to keep their hemp usage on the downlow). Most CBD gummies also have the benefit of tasting great, which isn’t necessarily true of all hemp products.

Types of CBD Gummies

At CBDfx, we have a large selection of organic CBD gummies with formulas for everything from daily wellness to sleep.** Our organic CBD gummies include Original Mixed Berry CBD Gummies, CBD Multivitamin Gummies for Men, CBD Multivitamin Gummies for Women, CBD Gummies with Turmeric and Spirulina, CBD Gummies with Apple Cider Vinegar, CBD Gummies for Sleep with Melatonin, and CBD Mushroom Gummies for Wellness.

For those who prefer more THC in their CBD gummies, we have a collection of legally compliant, organic delta-9 THC gummies, with the THC content boosted right up to the legal limit. Our organic THC gummies include Berry Buzz Sativa THC Gummies, Magic Melon Sativa THC Gummies, and Lemon Dream Indica THC Gummies.

CBD Gummy Comparison Chart

To help you keep our big family of gummies straight, we’ve provided a handy CBD and THC gummies comparison chart. This chart features all of our CBD and THC gummies, plus the milligrams of CBD and THC in each gummy serving.

CBD Gummies vs Other CBD Products

Choosing the right CBD product for your needs isn’t just about what spectrum CBD it contains or the other ingredients in the formula. It also means understanding how different CBD products work. CBD can be consumed in different ways and each has its own benefits. Here’s a quick breakdown on how CBD gummies compare to other CBD products.

CBD Gummies vs CBD Capsules & Edibles

CBD gummies are, themselves, CBD edibles—so many of the distinctions you’ll see in the sections below don’t apply here. All CBD edibles must travel through the digestive tract before the CBD can be absorbed into the bloodstream. Generally, this process can take 30 minutes to two hours, depending on bioavailability factors (such as height, weight, metabolism, and CBD tolerance).** On the plus side, the effects of gummies and other CBD edible products can last from six to eight hours, again depending on bioavailability.**

The main distinction between CBD gummies and a product like CBD capsules is the flavor and chewability. Many people have a hard time swallowing capsules, which can make taking a CBD capsule a chore. Our naturally flavored CBD gummies are more pleasing for the palette and easily consumable in your normal daily routine.

CBD Gummies vs CBD Oil Tinctures

Sublingual CBD oil tinctures are held under the tongue, where the CBD is absorbed through the membranes of the mouth. This is quicker than CBD absorption with edibles, generally taking 15 to 30 minutes.** But the effects don’t generally last as long with CBD tinctures as they do with CBD gummies. Sublingual CBD oil effects generally last four to six hours.**

CBD tinctures can also be messy, especially if you take your CBD on the go. These CBD oil products aren’t premeasured, which can be good or bad, depending on your point of view. If you like dialing in your own CBD dosage, down to the milligram, a CBD tincture might be the right choice for you. If you prefer to grab and go with your CBD product, knowing exactly how much CBD you’re getting every time, CBD gummies are a great choice.

CBD Gummies vs CBD Vape Products

Beyond the fact that vaping isn’t for everyone, there are other things to consider when choosing between CBD vapes and CBD gummies. CBD vape products give the quickest CBD effects of any CBD products, usually within just a few minutes or even seconds.** This is because the CBD is absorbed through the lining of the lungs, which is generally considered to be the quickest method of CBD delivery. On the other hand, the effects of CBD vapes only last one to two hours.**

CBD Gummies vs CBD Topicals

This one is a little more apples to oranges. CBD topicals are applied directly to an area affected by minor aches and pains, or dry skin. CBD topical products include CBD creams, CBD balms, CBD bath balms, and similar products. CBD gummies, as noted above, are a consumable product with wider wellness benefits, depending on which formulation you choose.

Final Thoughts on CBD & Gummies

Now that you’ve had a chance to examine some of the differences between CBD gummies and other hemp products, you probably have a better idea of what sort of product you’re going to purchase. But there are a few more things you should look for, when shopping for CBD gummies.

First, make sure you only purchase CBD gummies made with organic CBD. Hemp plants can absorb a great number of toxins if farmed or manufactured in a way that isn’t safe, so stick with organic CBD for better peace of mind. Also, look for CBD gummies containing CBD that has been extracted from the hemp plant with clean carbon dioxide. Unlike some cheaper solvents, which can leave a residue in the CBD oil, CO2 extraction leaves you with a more pure and potent CBD product. Lastly, make sure your CBD gummies are accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis, which is a third-party lab report that tells you exactly how much CBD, THC, and other cannabinoids are in your gummies. It also tells you if any of the aforementioned toxins are in your CBD gummies. Insist on these three criteria every time you shop for CBD gummies and other hemp products.

We wish you the very best on your CBD journey!

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