CBD oil dosage
Most people have heard about the health benefits of CBD oil. CBD is used for helping reduce anxiety, depression, improve sleep, soothe pain, improve heart health, and the immune system. When it comes to helping the issue you are having it is important to know about doses. You will need to know the dosage to have in order to reap the benefits. Otherwise, it may not do anything to help you.
It can often be difficult to find out the exact dosage you need. Therefore, doing your research is imperative.
Most reviews say CBD oil is relatively safe to use. However, this is not to say people do not vary in reaction when using the product. People will often react in different ways. Most studies have shown that dosages should be between 20 and 1.5mg per day.
How to figure the amount for you
Here are the following factors to consider:
- CBD concentration
- How your body responds
- What conditions you are treating
- Bodyweight and size
These variables are imperative to understand before using CBD oil. Talking to a doctor would be beneficial just so you know you are safe and they can advise you on how much to take or even tell you if you need it or not. Always listen to your doctor as they often know what is best.
In regard to doses always start with the smallest dosage. You can always add but you cannot take away-it is better to start with a lower dosage. For example, start with 20-40mg and see what happens. If nothing happens then up your dosage but within small intervals. Stop upping the dosage once you feel it is working. Also, pay attention to the source of pain because one day you may need more than the next day. Always refer back to the variables above to help you as a guideline.
Additionally, keeping a diary of your dosages may be beneficial and help you keep track of how your body is feeling and how much you take day to day. Most CBD products have dosages one the side e.g 2 capsules per day. However, with oil, the product will come with a dropper. Read the packaging for further instructions. Normally it should tell you how much CBD is in a single drop.
Is it possible to take too much CBD?
A 2011 review on the safety and side effects of CBD found that even in high doses like 1,500 mg a day the human body can tolerate it.
A 2017 updated source to this review also confirmed this. However, in a 2019 study done with mice, some concerns were raised and possible liver damage-interactions with other medications were shown.
Although the study was done with mice if you are currently taking medication and would like to try CBD, it’s essential to discuss this with your doctor first. Just to be safe.
