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CBD
Cannabinoid Guide
Cannabidiol
Non-intoxicating

CBD: What It Is and How to Take It

New to CBD? Start here. CBD is the most popular non-intoxicating cannabinoid, so it does not produce a high on its own. This guide explains what it is, the ways you can take it, and what to expect.

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What is CBD?

CBD (cannabidiol) is the most studied non-intoxicating cannabinoid. On its own it does not produce the high that THC does, which is why it is a common starting point for people who want to stay clear-headed. Labels show CBD content as a milligram (mg) amount or a percentage.

CBD comes in many formats, from oils and softgels you swallow to gummies, drinks, and topicals you rub on. The format changes how soon you feel it and how long it lasts. Cannabis is for adults 19+.

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Research-framed and for general education only, not medical advice. Effects vary by person, product, and dose. For adults 19+.

How you can take CBD

Same cannabinoid, very different experiences. Pick the format that fits how you want to feel it. Tap any one to shop it.

Flower
Ground and smoked. High-CBD strains keep things gentle.
Onset 2 to 10 min, lasts 1 to 3 hrs
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Gummies and Edibles
Eaten and digested. An easy, measured way to take CBD.
Onset 30 to 90 min, lasts 4 to 8 hrs
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Softgels and Tablets
Swallowed like a pill. Precise, consistent dose, no taste.
Onset 30 to 90 min, lasts 4 to 8 hrs
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Beverages
Sipped like a drink. Often kicks in faster than solid edibles.
Onset 15 to 45 min, lasts 2 to 4 hrs
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Lotions and Topicals
Rubbed onto the skin for targeted, on-the-spot use.
Non-intoxicating, localized
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New to CBD? Start low, go slow.

If you are new to CBD, start with a low dose, about 10 to 25 mg, and give it time. Because CBD is non-intoxicating, many people take it during the day. You can always have more next time; build up slowly until you find your amount.

CBD questions, answered

The things new customers ask us most.

Will CBD get me high?

No. CBD is non-intoxicating, so on its own it does not produce the high that THC does. Some products pair CBD with a little THC, so check the label if you want zero intoxication.

How much CBD should a beginner take?

A common starting point is 10 to 25 mg. Give an edible or softgel the full onset time before having more. Start low, go slow, and increase only once you know how it affects you.

What is the difference between CBD and THC?

THC is intoxicating and produces a high; CBD is not. Many products combine the two in different ratios. See our THC guide to compare.

When do people take CBD?

Because it is non-intoxicating, people take CBD at many points in the day. Formats range from fast drinks to longer-lasting softgels, so the timing depends on the format you choose.

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