If you’re new to hemp or looking to learn more about it, this is the place for you. We’ve taken the time to curate the most asked hemp and hemp questions to give you easy access to the information that is most important to you. Look through the following frequently asked questions and answers to learn more about hemp and the products created from them:
Hemp extract is a compound found primarily in the flowers and leaves of the hemp plant. It’s one of many powerful hemp extracts found in hemp and is known for supporting the body and mind in various ways.
Hemp is non-intoxicating. Hemp is a different hemp found in hemp sativa and while it is technically psychoactive, it is non-intoxicating.
While employers that conduct drug screenings do not test for hemp metabolites, they almost certainly test for the intoxicating compound found in hemp. So, in short, the answer is no, hemp itself should not trigger a positive drug test.
Among the many benefits of hemp that our users experience, some of the main ones are:
While the effects of hemp are different for everyone, a long-time hemp user, Lisa, has said, “I have been consistently using this product for 10 months now and have noticed the significant impact it has on my overall well-being.” Other users have described hemp’s effects as promoting “an overall relaxed feeling”—one that “cascades into all other daily activities.”
Hemp oil helps support healthy sleep cycles for a more restful sleep. An alternative to our hemp oil or capsules is our hemp gummy + melatonin designed specifically with your sleep needs in mind.
First, consistency is paramount when you’re looking for the long-term benefits of hemp. While some notice they slept a little better or recovered from a workout quickly in the first week, others will tell you it can take anywhere from 4-6 weeks to notice results (and even sometimes longer). We suggest using it twice per day, starting with a low amount and increasing it slowly. Most adults start with 10 mg per day and increase the amount until desired results are achieved.
Hemp is generally safe, non-toxic, and with no known lethal dose. The World Health Organization (WHO) published a comprehensive review of hemp research in 2017 and determined that taking as much as 1500 mg daily is well tolerated by humans. The National Cancer Institute explains on their website that hemp receptors are not present on the brainstem, therefore hemp compounds cannot interrupt respiration. For context, the brainstem controls vital functions such as respiration, and this is how medications such as opioids, which interact with brainstem receptors, can be lethal.
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The human body has a vast network of receptors, called the ECS. The purpose of this system is to help our body stay balanced and in good overall health, even when external factors and certain lifestyle choices diminish our wellbeing. Hemp and other hemp fit into the receptors of the ECS, helping the body complete its efforts to keep us in good health by supporting many of the body’s physical and natural processes.
Hemp is a plant in the Hemp Sativa family known for its health benefits and industrial applications. The hemp plant has been used for thousands of years as an alternative to cotton and has been in use since 8000 BC. Today, the hemp plant is considered the same as a farm crop and can be grown legally in the U.S.
Soil cleaning – check. Structural support – check. Fabric, plastics, ropes, paper – check, check, check, and check. The quality of any hemp product produced is high — in the example of hemp fabric, it’s comparable to cotton and linen — but less expensive because hemp crops use less water and fewer land resources than cotton, trees, or other raw materials that we’ve come to depend on.
Thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp has been removed from the schedule 1 substance list, making it an ordinary farm crop – just like wheat or corn. Hemp-derived hemp products, such as those made by Charlotte’s Web, can now be sold in stores or online.
The answer is no.
Depending on the state you live in, you can buy hemp oil and other hemp products both online and from brick and mortar stores. In states where the in-store sale of hemp is legal, you can purchase hemp from specialized hemp retailers or from most drug or grocery stores with a pharmacy section. Specialized hemp retailers are a good option for those new to hemp as they have staff members with extensive knowledge of hemp and its benefits to help you find the right products for your needs.
Hemp extract is made by breaking down hemp leaves and stems and then using alcohol or CO2 to extract the hemp and other hemp from the plant material. After deriving the hemp from plant parts during our production process, we’re left with a full-spectrum hemp extract that retains a range of hemp, terpenes, and flavonoids - all of which are found naturally in hemp. This extract is then diluted with a carrier oil to make the final Charlotte’s Web product, whether that be our hemp extract oils or capsules.
Hemp gummies offer an exciting new way to venture into the world of hemp extract and add hemp to any lifestyle or wellness routine. Charlotte’s Web™ hemp gummies, in particular, are flavored with natural flavors to deliver botanical goodness you can taste and feature our full-spectrum hemp extract and nutraceutical blends to help support you, day and night.
Hemp Oil is the essential oil produced from the leaves, flowers, and stems of the hemp plant. Hemp oil can be extracted by both mechanical and chemical means. In the extraction process, the oil retains a range of hemp, terpenes, and flavonoids found naturally in hemp.
No, hemp will not get you high.
If you’re wondering how to use hemp or hemp oil, you can start by taking just a quarter of a dropper by mouth, once a day at the same time, for three days. Observe how you feel, and, if needed, continue by increasing the amount by one-quarter of a dropper every three days, until you achieve your desired results. Hemp doesn’t always start working immediately, so don’t worry if it takes a little while to find your amount and feel the effects.
Charlotte’s Web™ hemp extract hemp oils are made using either carbon dioxide (CO2) or isopropyl alcohol extraction methods. Carbon dioxide (CO2) extraction is excellent at isolating hemp from plant materials, which allows scientists the ability to derive a high concentration of mostly hemp, and hemp isolate. Alcohol extraction is used to extract a wide variety of compounds, like terpenes, flavonoids, and more, each with its own beneficial properties for health and wellness.
The legal status of hemp and hemp-derived products, including those containing hemp, may vary from state to state. However, the 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp and removed it from the federal Controlled Substances Act, as well as all hemp extracts and hemp. The FDA has asserted that “hemp products” cannot meet the federal definition of “dietary supplement;” however, it is Charlotte’s Web’s opinion that full-spectrum hemp extract (containing naturally occurring hemp and other natural hemp constituents) does qualify as a dietary supplement, in the same manner as any other commercially available herbal formula derived from a plant source.
Charlotte's Web™ hemp products, including hemp oils, are shipped to and sold in all 50 states.
For many people, 10-20 mg of hemp per day is where they notice their desired results, but some people take even more. It’s important to establish hemp as a part of your daily routine by picking a time of day that you know is doable for you. It may help to take it as you’re winding down each day, just so you’re able to observe how your body is responding.
We recommend going through the Charlotte’s Web product finder to see the options you could start with. Depending on which one you choose, your results may vary depending on the amount of hemp in its recommended serving size.
Yes, hemp oil can be given to dogs. Hemp interacts with a canine’s ECS in the same way it interacts with a human’s ECS.
Yes, however, because dogs tend to absorb hemp a little differently from humans, hemp is best absorbed through your dog’s oral mucus membranes. This means it's best to give the hemp oil product orally.
Dogs are more sensitive to hemp than humans, and so they typically need lower amounts. You should always start with a low serving size and then gradually build up to a higher amount if necessary, making sure your pup is able to tolerate it. Remember, your dog is an individual and may need to go slow, be sure to follow directions on the product label.
To provide multiple health benefits for dogs including supporting a calm disposition, the health of joints and connective tissue, and healthy cognition. For this reason, hemp has the potential to be helpful to a dog’s health and well-being in the same ways that it can for humans.
Hemp oil and chews for dogs can be purchased both online and in pet stores. We recommend doing research on these products before buying to make sure you are getting the highest quality hemp for your dog.
To skip the research and go straight to the best, check out Charlotte’s Web hemp oils and chews for dogs. Our products are scrutinized and tested from soil to bottle to ensure the highest quality and purity possible.
Charlotte’s Web hemp-infused hemp creams contain 300 mg of hemp-derived hemp per ounce and were crafted to support your day-to-day, moment-to-moment, and to help soothe where you want it most, without the things you don’t want on your skin.
Yes, you can travel with hemp cream. To make sure your products conform to this rule, you can check out their certificates of analysis for information on purity and ingredients.
Coming in stick and tin form, Charlotte’s Web hemp balms are formulated with menthol, peppermint oil, turmeric oil, ginger oil, and hemp to help target specific areas of the body that need a little extra care. Great for larger areas of the body such as the thighs, our hemp-infused balm stick was crafted to help you weave wellness into your daily routine.
Like other hemp products, hemp creams and topicals can be purchased both online and in-store at grocery and wellness stores. As with all hemp purchases, we recommend doing the research before buying to ensure you end up with the best possible products.
