Hemp Gummies 101

What are hemp gummies?

Available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and flavors, hemp gummies are edibles that contain only cannabidiol oil and have below 0.3% delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol. Hemp gummies provide a simple and discreet way of consumption for users with no psychoactive effects.

What is hemp extract?

An extract is a preparation method that concentrates an ingredient—in this case, hemp. Hemp extract consists of phytocannabinoids and plant matter such as terpenes and flavonoids.

What are cannabinoids?

Cannabinoids are characterized by their ability to act on the cannabinoid receptors that are found throughout the human body. Our body produces endocannabinoids and by supplementing with phytocannabinoids such as hemp we can help the body achieve peak performance.

What are hemp gummies used for?

Anxiety / Stress 

Anxiety is a feeling of fear and distress. It’s a normal physical response of your body when faced with severe stress, or danger. Anxiety problems are the commonest mental health disorders, with some surveys showing that a third of people suffer with anxiety at some point in their lives. In a recent literature review, Neurotherapeutics compared 32 different animal based studies, and 31 of the 32 found hemp to have a potential positive effect on anxiety. 

Depression

Hemp has been shown to interact with the body’s dopamine receptors. Dopamine is a chemical neurotransmitter that plays an important role in regulating our behavior, including: memory, focus, motivation, and mental attention. 

Sleep / Insomnia

There are many things that contribute to sleepless nights, including: anxiety, unrest, and physical pain. In 2019, The Permanente Journal performed a study in which they gave 72 people suffering from anxiety and sleep issues just 25mg of hemp each day. Within just one month, 66.7% reported better sleep. 

Pain Relief / Inflammation 

Hemp’s ability to support healthy inflammatory function is perhaps its most exciting benefit, with the potential ability to mitigate the painful symptoms of countless disorders. For this reason, numerous studies have been performed to examine hemp’s effect on inflammation, and though these studies have been primarily performed with animals, the results are promising. With the danger of addiction looming over prescription pain relievers, it’s no wonder that people are looking for a more natural, less-habit forming, pain reliever. 

What’s the daily dosage for hemp gummies?

The amount of hemp you should take depends on your body weight, the ailment you’re treating, and the concentration of hemp in each gummy. A good dosage to start at for beginner users would be approximately 20-50 mg per day, slowly working your way to higher doses if needed. 

Are hemp gummies safe?

“Though it’s often well-tolerated, hemp can cause side effects, such as dry mouth, diarrhea, reduced appetite, drowsiness and fatigue. Hemp can also interact with other medications you’re taking, such as blood thinners”. Study according to Mayo Clinic dated Dec. 20, 2018.

Where can I buy legit hemp gummies?

Our in-store location in Denver, Colorado offers some of the highest quality, organically sourced hemp gummies available on the market today. Always lab tested and verified, our hemp offers a variety of delicious flavored gummies ready to ship to your front door! 

Will hemp show up on a drug test?

It should not, as long as you’re buying verified third-party lab tested products. If you want to be more certain, you can purchase a broad-spectrum hemp extract that contains 0% delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol guaranteed.

Are hemp products legal?

Yes, hemp from hemp is widely available across the USA. In 2018, updates to the U.S. Farm Bill legalized the commercial cultivation of hemp under certain regulations. Our hemp products are sourced from American-grown, high-hemp industrial hemp.

Is hemp addictive? 

According to a recent report by the World Health Organization, hemp is not addictive and it has no potential for abuse or dependence. This is mainly because hemp does not contain any addictive substances.