If you’ve been following the news or trends on social media, you’ve probably already heard about the health benefits of CBD. Whether you’re a parent researching treatment options for your child’s epilepsy, a senior citizen looking for a natural remedy for arthritis pain, or a college student seeking alternative treatments for anxiety or ADHD, you’ll find no shortage of CBD products online or at your local health food store.
However, not all CBD oil is safe and effective. Some brands use low-quality ingredients, hazardous solvents, and synthetic substitutes. Finding a reputable source requires careful research.
Here are the 10 best brands of CBD oil on the market.
- Verma Farms.
To produce the best CBD for pain relief, companies must start with high-quality raw materials. Because hemp is highly absorbent, crops grown in contaminated soil or treated with pesticides often contain dangerous levels of heavy metals and other harmful chemicals. Verma Farms eliminates these risks by using only organic, American-grown Cannabis sativa, a legal hemp strain that contains less than 0.3 percent THC. Committed to sustainable business practices, Verma offers a line of vegan, GMO-free CBD extracts shipped with minimal packaging.
- Green Roads.
Another organic source of CBD is Green Roads. The company was the first to offer CBD oil formulated by a licensed compounding pharmacy. Its pure crystalline isolates provide a potent dose of CBD for pain relief. The company uses third-party laboratory testing to confirm that products contain no detectable traces of THC and won’t cause a false positive on a drug test. Green Roads offers a wide range of products, from CBD-infused coffee to kid-friendly gummy frogs.
- Nature’s Script.
Among its many CBD products, Nature’s Script offers a selection of e-liquids designed for vaping. Users often get the quickest relief when they absorb CBD directly through the lungs. Choose from juicy watermelon, blueberry jam, or fresh mango flavors and select concentrations from 75 to 1000 mg per bottle. E-liquids contain no nicotine or harmful additives and can be used with any vaping device.
- PureKana.
Like other brands on our list, PureKana uses a CO2 extraction process to remove CBD from plant material, eliminating the need for chemical solvents. What sets this brand apart, however, is its innovative delivery methods. Pure Picks are tongue-tingling toothpicks infused with CBD and spilanthes, an herb that increases saliva production and sublingual absorption. PureKana’s CBD bath bombs have also earned high praise in customer reviews.
- Medterra.
This brand combines CBD with other supplements to create a variety of wellness formulas. CBD Good Morning offers an energizing boost of caffeine and B vitamins, while CBD+Melatonin is a relaxing sleep aid. Monthly Wellness combines CBD with valerian, cramp bark, and other herbal remedies to relieve menstrual discomfort. Medterra’s products aren’t just for humans; your pets will love the chicken- and beef-flavored oil blends.
- CBDMEDIC.
Many patients get the most CBD benefits from topical products applied directly to the affected area. CBDMEDIC’s creams, ointments, and massage oils are specially formulated to relieve back, neck, foot, muscle, and joint pain. The Active Sport line includes a deep muscle rub and a handy sport stick for applying the product before, during, or after your workout. If you suffer from acne, eczema, or frequent rashes, check out the Skincare line.
- NuLeaf Naturals.
While most companies sell pure CBD extract, this one uses a different approach. NuLeaf produces full spectrum CBD oil, which contains other beneficial cannabinoids, terpenes, omega fatty acids, and minerals. Some studies suggest that whole plant extracts are more effective than CBD alone. Free of any preservatives, emulsifiers, or artificial flavors, the oil has a slightly earthy taste.
- Elixinol.
The best CBD oil is the one your body can absorb most easily. In addition to traditional tinctures and capsules, Elixinol offers water-soluble powders formulated for maximum bioaccessibility. The company recently created CBD Oil Liposomes, full-spectrum CBD pre-dissolved in a phospholipid matrix.
The convenient X-Pen oral applicator dispenses a precise daily dose of CBD oil while the vacuum seal eliminates the mess and prevents bacterial contamination. Best of all, Elixinol donates five percent of every purchase to a charity of the customer’s choice.
- Level.
Most CBD brands contain little or no THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana that causes users to feel high. However, some companies use hybrid strains of Cannabis to create products that contain both CBD and THC. These products are only available in states where marijuana is legal.
Level carries concentrated capsules, sublingual tablets, and distilled oil cartridges and pods with precise ratios of CBD to THC. For example, Connect 1:2 produces a social high and is recommended for beginners. Remedy 3:1 provides a mild high and helps to ease pain and promote sleep. Level’s CBD PROTAB line offers a “barely there” high designed to reduce stress.
10 Kiva Confections.
Like Level, Kiva carries products with a combination of CBD and THC, but its specialty is edibles. Available in ginger and espresso flavors, Kiva’s dark chocolate bar features a 1:1 ratio of CBD and THC with five mg of each per serving. If you’re tempted to eat the whole bar in one sitting, try Terra Bites; each chocolate-covered Moroccan espresso bean is a single serving. You can purchase some of these decadent treats on Emjay, a service that delivers high-quality cannabis products to your door in 30 minutes.
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