Since the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (also called the 2018 Farm Bill) made it federally legal to grow hemp and use hemp-derived products, the market for cannabidiol (CBD) products has expanded rapidly. Thankfully, more people are now aware of the potential benefits of using CBD and hemp extract oil. At Rocky Ridge Hemp Co., we are happy that more people can find hemp products and discover if the products help them find relief from common health ailments.
But do you know how to find the right CBD products for you? In today’s post, we will provide some tips and advice to help you find what you need.
LEARN WHAT PRODUCTS TO LOOK FOR
When looking into a new industry, the biggest challenges often involve figuring out what products are available and the differences between those products. It is no different for people new to hemp extract oils and hemp products generally. To find the best CBD available, you first need to know what products are available.
Cannabidiol can come in various forms. Hemp extract oils are some of the most prevalent CBD products on the market today. These drops are usually mixed with food or placed directly on the tongue to get CBD into your system. CBD can also be used via vape oil, edibles (usually gummies), or even topical salves applied directly to the skin.
CONSIDER THE GROWING PROCESS
When selecting foods to eat, many people consider how the food was produced. Were the plants grown on an organic farm? Did the farmer consider the consumer’s safety and health during every step of the growing process?
These are just some of the questions you may ask when selecting food to eat. Since hemp products are consumed, you should also ask these questions of the products you use. By looking into the growing process, you ensure that the hemp extracts you consume were produced with you and your health in mind.
THINK ABOUT THE EXTRACTION METHOD
Another key to consider when searching for the best CBD products is the extraction method that went into obtaining the CBD. Different extraction methods are used to maximize the amount of cannabidiol in a product. There are many different ways of extracting CBD from hemp, but generally speaking, two extraction methods are the most common.
CBD can be extracted by using ethanol. This enriched, grain alcohol can quickly extract CBD from hemp. Using ethanol to extract CBD is probably the most prevalent extraction method because it is relatively inexpensive, but it often destroys part of the plant that could be used.
CBD can also be extracted from hemp by using carbon dioxide (CO2) as a solvent. This method results in extremely pure CBD and it is less likely to damage the plant in the way ethanol does. The equipment for CO2 extraction is expensive, so many companies do not choose to use this method even though it results in the purest CBD attainable.
LOOK INTO THE COMPANY SELLING CBD
The final step toward finding the best CBD products is looking into the company selling the products. It is crucial to find a trustworthy company when purchasing CBD. A trustworthy company will use the best practices every step of the way, ensuring you get the finest products possible.
At Rocky Ridge Hemp Co., all the hemp we use is grown on our USDA-certified organic farm in Kentucky. Our family owned and operated hemp farm strives to use the best practices so that we can bring our products from our farm directly to your hands. We utilize high quality CO2 extraction methods for our products, which occurs in a facility approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
When you purchase CBD products from Rocky Ridge Hemp Co., you purchase products made with your needs in mind. Feel free to browse our products today and don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions.