The Quick Answer:
Question: Does CBD oil get you high?
Answer: No, CBD is naturally non-psychoactive. You may, however, feel more relaxed, which some people also associate with being “high.”
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While CBD is non-psychoactive and there is a lot of positive research surrounding CBD oil effects, it is sometimes overshadowed by the information we hear about THC. THC is another compound found in the cannabis plant. THC has psychotropic properties and is associated with feelings of sedation, anxiety, elation, relaxation, and sometimes hallucinations and delusions, among other effects (1).
The fact that THC and CBD are closely linked leads people to question, “Can CBD oil get you high?” Additionally, as THC products are illegal in most places, confusing CBD with THC can cause worry.
The process of extracting CBD oil is unlikely to produce oil with high levels of THC, and CBD on its own doesn’t get you high.
When you choose CBD oil made from hemp, you will only get negligible levels of THC (<0.3%), because hemp is grown and used for its sturdy stalks and low levels of THC. So, no, you will not get high when consuming products made from industrial hemp.
However, CBD can also be found in marijuana. This may or may not be legal, depending on where you live. If you decided to get products made from marijuana, you may get varying levels of THC and CBD. This is totally up to the dispensary. If you are concerned about getting high, you may want to avoid products made from marijuana unless you can confirm the quantities of CBD and THC. This can be done by third-party lab testing, and any self-respecting company should be checking their products for heavy metals, mold, pesticides, and cannabinoid levels.
CBD is non-psychoactive by nature. CBD tends to keep users clear-headed without the euphoric high or psychoactive effects of THC. This can be advantageous for those users who are new to cannabis products or who may be sensitive to some of the extreme side effects of THC.
CBD and THC affect the endocannabinoid system in different ways. THC more commonly activates CB1 receptors, which are most commonly concentrated in the brain. CBD doesn’t directly interact with CB1 or CB2 receptors, but it does indirectly affect the signaling pathways of the two receptors. This is partly why CBD presents no psychoactive effects. CBD may even get in the way of THC triggering CB1 receptors, which can affect its overall effects.
That said, many CBD oils contain trace amounts of THC, and recent evidence suggests that CBD and THC may work in conjunction to complement their beneficial effects. However, the amount of THC in CBD oil (0.3 percent or less) is not nearly enough to produce psychoactive effects to make you feel high.
The use of CBD to provide a plethora of benefits has hugely grown in popularity over recent years, and so has the research. Recently, a paper was published reviewing the therapeutic uses of cannabinoids, giving special attention to CBD. The paper claims CBD to be non-psychotropic and to have implications for inflammation (3).
Research has even gone as far as to say that CBD has antipsychotic properties. This is the opposite of the effects of other cannabinoids such as THC. Research published back in 2006 suggests that CBD is a safe antipsychotic compound that could have anxiolytic effects (4).
CBD has been seen to be completely different from THC even in how it interacts with receptors in the brain. While more research is needed, this is good evidence to support the assertion that the two compounds have completely different effects.
CBD indirectly affects the signaling of CB1 and CB2 receptors, as mentioned above, but CBD can also increase levels of endocannabinoids (cannabinoids produced by the body) and inhibits enzymes that break those endocannabinoids down. CBD also affects other non-cannabinoid receptors in the brain, including opioid, dopamine, and serotonin receptors. Opioid receptors are known for playing a role in regulating pain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in motivation and a variety of other aspects of behavior. Serotonin is best known as the neurotransmitter associated with feelings of happiness and wellbeing, but it plays a broader role in regulating mood.
All of this contributes to the diverse range of CBD’s effects, which may include:
No, hemp seeds contain no THC, so there is no chance of getting high from eating hemp seed oil or hemp seeds themselves.
No, hemp hearts contain no THC, so there is no chance of getting high from eating hemp hearts.
No, the hemp plant as a whole was bred specially for its hearty stalks and low levels of THC. You can not get high by smoking hemp.
Cannabis can be intimidating to the unfamiliar because of its characteristic psychoactive effects. As CBD doesn’t present the potential to get people high, it offers an excellent alternative to those looking for the plant’s potential benefits without the high. CBD is also a great first step if you’re not sure where to start. We offer a wide variety of CBD oil products for beginners and veterans alike. Take a look at our store and start incorporating the potential benefits of CBD into your life today.
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12 Responses
‘Can CBD Oil get you High? What the Research Says’ – A simple ‘yes’ or ‘no’ would have sufficed.
Yes, for me with Fibromyalgia and CFS. “One spray “of Plus CBD oil made me high and I was hallucinating as well. I have never taken it again. I already deal with dizziness anyways sometimes goes into vertigo. So for me I guess I am a light weight. Can’t drink either. So the only thing I do is take Turmeric & Ashwagandha morning and night and this helps a lot. Sometimes 2 ibuprofen.
Supposing that every person may react differently but that’s not the least little bit like anything I’ve experienced taking repeated doses everyday. Sorry for your experience. Be careful with the OTC pain relievers though too. They do take a toll as well. Hallucinations? That’s really extreme…can’t imagine from cbd? I never experienced those from THC… Have you had your inner ears checked?
Just show my nervous system and brain super sensitive. The nature organic Turmeric and Ashwagandha 2x a day is more natural for me for pain and inflammation plus organic foods. Yes, I have had ears checked and no miners disease. People with CFS and fibromyalgia some have a loaded feeling anyways. So alcohol is out of the question for 37 yrs. cause the pain is worse….
Yes,ears checked no Mineers disease. I am a light weight. Can’s drink either. Darn!:( My fun comes out in me being me personable when walking my dog or at the market:) Take care.
No, not like a THC high. At times a bit of pep does ensue when vaping repeatedly. That to help relieve chronic spinal and muscular pain resulting from injuries and arthritus. I vape and take oral spays and gels. It doesn’t kill the pain….simply tones it down to a more reasonable level which allows me to do more with increased flexability, mobility and resulting energy. Pain wears a body out. The CBD can leave me feeling a bit light headed at times but not a classic smoked pot high by any measure. Again as a result of vaping….4 or 5 good hits, sometimes x 5 per day. No lung congestion caused. Also no kidney, gut or liver damages like ibruprophin and acetpominofin do when frequently taken. No addiction like various opioids, not as effective as the opioids but much safer. Has been a good product for me. Try vaping if you want immediate relief in more effective form. Add the oral for maintaining the relief over longer periods.
Thanks for the reply – very helpful info. I have a lot of pain in my shoulder but also things to do and I can’t afford to be high all the time. Part of the time is okay though 😉
I’ve been experimenting with doses of CBD oil and turmeric powder in my morning smoothies. About a month ago, I had a HIGH dose of CBD (maybe 1ml of 15% oil), and spent the day feeling very stoned indeed. But, as others have said, it’s not like a THC high, I was perfectly capable of carrying on conversations or work, but I did experience a very pleasant “up” feeling, combined with heightened sensory awareness. Since then, I’ve tried different doses each morning, and I’m convinced that the CBD is the primary effective ingredient. 25 drops of 15% produced a very pleasant, euphoric feeling, while 15 drops was less noticeable but still very pleasant. I’m getting quite used to operating in this state, and plan to continue. (I also have acute back pain right now, so the turmeric and CBD are likely both helpful to manage that.)
i recently tried 200mg cbd by vaping i walked alot before i tried it should have been sleepy but stayed up all night didnt get to sleep until after 6am the next day, hadnt been high in a long time so i wasnt sure. definitely felt different, very calm, a little loopy, really strange. slept for nearly 12 hrs when i did fall asleep though. so ive been afraid to try it again on a work week day.
From my experience with CFS and fibromyalgia for 37 yrs. I did not do well with CBC oil or any eatable. I am to sensitive What has worked for me has been organic india Turmeric Formula and Ashwagandha 2x a day.
I took super strength cbd. I vaped 3 puffs. I took it as an alternative to my bipolar meds hoping that I’d feel great enough to reduce my meds. I felt hightened sensory and maybe added anxiety. 5hrs later i took my meds and while brushing my teethe, felt a incredibly dark feeling hit me. I forgot i took my meds for the reason being but remembered with a brief epiphany. I went to bed and felt incredibly depressed. I got up and distracted myself with my guitar which helped with the anxiety that followed the dark feeling, realizing i was in trouble. I felt like i was going crazy again and started shaking uncontrollably from anxiety. It was an terrible experience. I found that cbd inhibits the enzyme that metabolizes most pharmaceuticals. Maybe that was the problem? Anyways, it was rough and very difficult to stabilize again considering i’m on a low dose of meds and intolerable to higher doses of antipschotics/mood stabilize. They made feel like shit. I know that i am ultra sensetive to most things so maybe i shouldnt of experimented. It was a big mistake thank you very much. I am bipolar 1.