Benefits of CBD Flower

Most people have at least heard of CBD. It seems to be everywhere now, not just at specialty stores and dispensaries but even in gas stations or your local drug store. It’s available in almost anything including drinks, breath sprays and pet products. That’s great marketing. But many people still don’t know how to define CBD. Is CBD the same as marijuana? Does it really work? Is it safe? What are the benefits of smoking CBD flower? Is CBD flower legal in Texas?

All About CBD

What is CBD?

CBD stands for cannabidiol. It is one of more than 100 naturally occurring chemical compounds found within the cannabis or hemp plant, and it is the second most prevalent — the first being tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC.

Is CBD flower the same as cannabis?

CBD is found within the cannabis plant, but it is the THC substance that produces the “high” feeling most commonly associated with cannabis. One of the benefits of smoking CBD flower is that it does not get you high. CBD can be manufactured from either hemp or cannabis plants. The cannabis plant not only contains far more THC but also less CBD within it. Hemp is modified to contain little to no THC with great amounts of CBD.

Is CBD something new?

No. The origins of CBD can be traced back thousands of years. Cannabis was grown and harvested in Mongolia and Siberia back in 12,000 BC. There is archaeological evidence that cannabis seeds and oil were used in China as a food source as far back as 6,000 BC, and its main purpose was medicinal. The first known topical use of cannabis is credited to the ancient Egyptians. Pharaoh Ramses II encouraged the medicinal use of cannabis throughout his entire empire, and cannabis oils were even buried with him in his tomb.

Why would I want to use CBD?

There are many reasons smoking marijuana has been so popular for so long — and getting “high” is not the only one. CBD changes your consciousness. It makes you more relaxed, more comfortable. It is anecdotally said to be an alternative to pharmaceuticals to help with depression and pain — both from injury and chronic ailments. Studies suggest it can uplift you, keep you clear-minded throughout the day and help you sleep better at night. CBD is completely natural and non-addictive. There is no end to the benefits you can enjoy and the ailments you may combat with the proper use of high-quality CBD.

Is CBD flower legal in Texas?

With different degrees of restriction, CBD is legal in all 50 states within the USA.

Benefits of Smoking CBD Flower

With all that said, there are many different ways one can use CBD to experience its benefits. CBD can be ingested through food or beverages. Gummies are probably the most popular form but it is also easy to find CBD in a variety of candies, baked treats, and even honey or health foods. CBD can be used topically in cream, oil or lotion. There are CBD capsules that can be swallowed and tinctures that are placed under the tongue. And all of these are fine choices — but one of the quickest and most powerful ways to experience all of the CBD benefits is to vape or smoke CBD flower.

What is hemp flower?

CBD hemp flower is produced by the female Cannabis Sativa plant. Flowering hemp plants produce buds when the hemp flower is in full bloom and, to the naked eye, these hemp buds are virtually indistinguishable from marijuana. The buds contain the highest concentration of cannabinoids within the plant.

Why should I use hemp flower?

While other products may isolate or remove certain cannabinoids, when CBD flower is kept intact, users can benefit from the “entourage effect.” This is when CBD engages in a synergy with the other cannabinoids to deliver benefits together that are better and more powerful than they can deliver alone. With hemp flower, you can also fine-tune your experience by choosing sativa-dominant strains for their energizing effects, indica-dominant for its more relaxing effects or hybrid strains for a balance of both.

How should I use hemp flower?

Hemp flower is wonderful when smoked or vaped. Smoking is when the flower is burned and then inhaled. Vaping is when the flower is heated to a temperature where the active compounds boil and are converted to vapor, and then that vapor is inhaled. By inhaling hemp flower, the CBD is absorbed rapidly into your bloodstream, where it is then carried from the blood vessels within your lungs directly to your brain — meaning that the effects are usually felt within 30 seconds to a few minutes.

Where can I get some hemp flower? 

Go Green Botanicals has a carefully curated collection of CBD hemp flower available online or in Texas at our New Braunfels store since CBD flower is legal in Texas. It is the absolute best quality at the fairest possible prices.

At Go Green Botanicals, it is our personal mission to be health and wellness advocates for our community. We seek to educate others about the benefits of smoking CBD flower and all other forms of CBD. We provide not only the highest quality products but also an exceptional level of service. We are excited to partner with you on your journey and guide you to exactly what you need for a happier and healthier life.