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# Bioavailability

If you’ve read up on CBD before - specifically different ways to take CBD - then you are probably familiar with the term ‘bioavailability’. Whether a newbie to CBD or an experienced user, we all want to know how to get the most out of the CBD products we are paying for. This is why bioavailability is an important thing to understand. 

Bioavailability heavily impacts the effectiveness of different drugs - CBD included - and how they work in the body. In this article, we will explain exactly what this means and how this applies to CBD products.

## What Does Bioavailability Mean?

In short, bioavailability refers to the amount of a substance that is absorbed into the bloodstream and the rate at which this occurs. When you take any drug, only a proportion can actually reach your bloodstream and have the desired effect. This is due to the processes that the substance must pass through in order to reach its final destination - i.e. the bloodstream. 

For example, if you take a pill orally, it must pass through the metabolic systems (the liver) and digestive systems which will filter out a fairly large proportion of that substance. So in order to maximise the bioavailability of a drug, you want a consumption method that will provide the most direct route to the bloodstream. 

## How Does This Relate to CBD Products?

When you take drugs from your pharmacist, doctor, or over-the-counter medications, the prescribed/recommended dosage already takes bioavailability into account. With CBD, there are so many different products on the market, all with varying methods of consumption. This causes the bioavailability to differ. 

This essentially means your optimum dosage will change depending on the type of product you are using. This is one of the reasons why it’s so difficult to recommend one ideal daily dosage for CBD users. If you want to get the most out of your CBD products, you should first consider bioavailability and which type of product might be the most effective. 

## So, What is the Best Way to Take CBD in Terms of Bioavailability?

### Sublingually (CBD Oils)

Many people would probably assume that CBD oils would have a similar bioavailability to CBD edibles and soft drinks. However, this is far from the truth! ‘Sublingually’ refers to the method of absorbing a product via the sublingual glands underneath the tongue. This allows the CBD to be absorbed across the thin membrane directly into the blood vessels. This is why it is so important to hold the CBD oil under your tongue for at least a minute before you swallow. 

CBD oils can therefore provide an excellent alternative to CBD edibles in terms of effectiveness. And if you’re disappointed that the tasty CBD sweets aren’t as effective as CBD oils - don’t worry! At Dr K, we have a delicious fruity lemon flavour and a fresh peppermint flavour for you to enjoy.

> Estimated bioavailability: up to 35%  
> Average time to feel effects: 15-25 minutes

### Topically (CBD Skincare Products)

Using CBD topically is very different from using the other CBD products we have listed. When you apply the product to the skin, the CBD enters local tissue and small blood vessels only in that area - so it does not actually reach the full bloodstream. This means that CBD topicals are excellent for treating pain or discomfort in one specific area of the body without having an effect on the body as a whole. 

The bioavailability is fairly high since the product can be applied in a targetted area and absorbed into the skin quickly. At Dr K, we use nano-emulsified droplets in our CBD topicals. In short, this means that the CBD particles are tiny - much smaller than that of most topicals on the market. Therefore, the CBD has a much easier time absorbing deeply into the skin and providing quick and effective relief. 

> Estimated bioavailability: up to 45%  
> Average time to feel effects: 25-45 minutes

### Orally (CBD Edibles)

This is probably the least effective way to take CBD in terms of bioavailability. However, many CBD users absolutely love using edibles since they are so easy to take. Plus - CBD gummies, chocolates, and other tasty treats probably provide one of the most enjoyable consumption methods! 

As we briefly mentioned above, when we ingest CBD orally the CBD must pass through the metabolic and digestive systems before it can reach the bloodstream. This causes a large proportion of the CBD to be lost along the way.

> Estimated bioavailability: 4-20%  
> Average time to feel effects: 30-120 minutes

### CBD Soft Drinks

In addition to CBD infused foods, you can also find CBD soft drinks on the market - one of the most common is CBD infused water. CBD soft drinks have similar effects to CBD edibles since they are consumed orally and must be digested and metabolised. 

> Estimated bioavailability: 4-20%  
> Average time to feel effects: 30-120 minutes

### Vapourised (CBD E-Liquids)

CBD e-liquids provide one of the highest bioavailabilities of all CBD products. This is because the vapourised droplets are inhaled directly into the lungs. From here, they cross the thin mucus membrane directly into the bloodstream. Plus, the large surface area of the lungs means that this absorption happens very quickly and easily. 

However, we would not recommend vaping CBD (or anything for that matter) at Dr K. Unfortunately, the dangers of vaping seem far too real. Since vaping is a fairly new phenomenon, there is a lack of evidence and regulation to suggest that it is safe for us at all. And since smoking is so damaging to human health, it isn’t unwise to suggest that vaping could have similarly drastic implications. 

> Estimated bioavailability: up to 56%  
> Average time to feel effects: 10-20 minutes

### Intranasally (CBD Nasal Sprays)

Taking CBD intranasally can be just as effective as vaping it, but without the negative implications to our health. This involves spraying the product into the nostril and sniffing it into the lungs (you may be familiar with this method if you have used a cold & flu nasal spray before). 

Intranasal CBD products are far less common than the other products we have listed - possibly because it’s not a very enjoyable method of consumption! 

> Estimated bioavailability: up to 56%  
> Average time to feel effects: 10-20 minutes

## References

1. [CBD Bioavailability. [online] fortheageless.com](https://www.fortheageless.com/blogs/cbd-oil-uk-blog/cbd-bioavailability)
2. [CBD and Bioavailability. [online] cbdoil.org ](https://www.cbdoil.org/cbd-bioavailability/#:~:text=CBD%20has%20an%20intranasal%20bioavailability,through%20your%20lungs%20nearly%20immediately)
3. [What is CBD Bioavailability and Why Does it Matter? [online] medium.com](https://medium.com/cbd-origin/what-is-cbd-bioavailability-and-why-does-it-matter-69d9a2e37e6c)
4. [Is Vaping CBD Safe? [online] nulifecbdoils.com](https://nulifecbdoils.com/is-vaping-cbd-safe-health-risks-of-cbd-vape-oil/)

If you’ve read up on CBD before - specifically different ways to take CBD - then you are probably familiar with the term ‘bioavailability’...

Bioavailability

# Extract vs Isolate vs Distillate

One thing that is important to understand when venturing into the world of CBD is the difference between these 3 things: CBD extract, CBD isolate, and CBD distillate. There are so many different products on the market that provide consumers with so many different options. This is why it’s good to know exactly what you’re looking at. 

In this article, we will explain the difference between these types of CBD so that you can understand exactly what you’re buying. This new understanding should help you decide which type of CBD will best suit your preferences. 

## CBD Extract

CBD extract - sometimes referred to as full-spectrum and broad spectrum CBD - contains everything all of the benefits of the whole hemp plant - cannabinoids, terpenes, and organic plant material. 

In the UK, the THC content of a CBD product must be below 0.3% or less than 1mg in a finished product. If it’s higher than this, the product will be illegal to sell and could potentially be dangerous. This is why it’s so important to buy from a reputable brand who can provide you with cannabinoid testing reports. Dr K CBD oils are THC free and non-psychoactive. 

Full-spectrum extract is great for those who want to experience the full entourage effect and aren’t concerned about the inclusion of THC.

## CBD Isolate

CBD isolate is the purest and most refined form of CBD. This type of extract contains no other cannabinoids, oils, terpenes, and any other organic hemp matter. It is simply the CBD compound which is 99.7% pure. 

During the extraction process, everything is filtered out apart from the Cannabidiol (CBD) compound. This creates a powder or crystalline form of CBD extract which can then be put into various CBD products, like oils, gummies, or creams. 

Due to the fact that all other organic matter is removed, CBD isolate is pretty much tasteless. This makes it a good option for those who want a product without any trace of the natural, earthy hemp flavour associated with other CBD extracts. However, this type of CBD does lack the advantages that a combination of cannabinoids and plant matter can provide - this is referred to as the entourage effect. We will discuss this in more detail below.

## CBD Distillate 
CBD distillate - sometimes referred to as broad-spectrum - is very different from CBD isolate. As well as the fundamental CBD, it can contain traces of other cannabinoids (e.g. CBG, CBC), terpenes, and other organic plant matter. 

Terpenes are a special type of oil that is found in most plants - they provide plants with their unique aromas and flavours. In addition to this, hemp terpenes are thought to provide a large and diverse array of benefits to human health. For example, the terpene Humulene is thought to be an effective anti-inflammatory, and Caryophyllene is thought to have antioxidant, antibacterial, and pain-relieving effects. 

This combination of powerful cannabinoids and terpenes is what creates the entourage effect, which we briefly mentioned above. The entourage effect occurs when lots of different compounds work together synergistically to boost the overall therapeutic effects of the extract. This can essentially mean that a product infused with CBD distillate is more powerful than a product infused with CBD isolate. 

The significant thing to note about CBD distillate is that it contains no THC. During the extraction process, the cannabinoid THC is filtered out completely. This is appealing to many people who want to avoid having THC in their system. THC is a psychoactive and controlled substance - although the amount consumed would be tiny, some people would prefer to avoid it altogether. 

So, CBD distillate is a great choice for those who want to utilise the power of the entourage effect without having to consume any THC. 

## Summary  
So, in summary:  
CBD extract contains all naturally occurring cannabinoids, terpenes, and plant matter.  
CBD isolate is a pure concentration of isolated CBD.  
CBD distillate contains all naturally occurring cannabinoids, some terpenes and plant matter.

## References  
1. [What are Cannabis Terpenes? Effects, Health Benefits and How They Compare to CBD [online] leafreport.com](https://www.leafreport.com/education/the-health-benefits-of-terpenes-and-how-they-compare-to-cbd-2-4051)

One thing that is important to understand when venturing into the world of CBD is the difference between these 3 things: CBD extract, CBD isolate, and CBD distillate...

Extract vs Isolate vs Distillate

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