No two CBD products are alike. Each has its value, but if we look at the scientific stuff, in particular, how CBD is absorbed and broken down in the body, which is the best?
The fact is that every time we consume CBD oil, we do not even receive 50% of the cannabinoids present. It’s a waste, and it’s not cheap considering the high prices of good CBD products in the UK.
That’s why water-soluble CBD products can be the most effective and cost-effective option thanks to their increased bioavailability.
The official definition of bioavailability is: “the proportion of a drug or other substance that enters the circulation when it is introduced into the body and can therefore have an active effect.”
CBD oil is the best known CBD product. This can be taken orally (swallowed), sublingually (absorbed under the tongue) or topically (absorbed through the skin). CBD can also be inhaled through the lungs by vaporization or smoking, or rectally with the use of CBD suppositories.
The most efficient method is vapor inhalation, and it has an absorption rate of just over 50%. This is a big increase compared to the absorption rates of about 10% of taking CBD oil orally.
Absorption rates for CBD products in the UK
Absorption rates vary widely between CBD products. In addition to the method of consumption, there may be other factors that determine the rates of absorption, such as intestinal health, timing of food, and the quality of the CBD product you are using.
CBD oils: 4-35% – Take CBD oil sublingually while eating a fatty meal for optimal bioavailability.
CBD Groceries: 4-20%: Again, for maximum absorption, eat with a fatty meal.
What is water soluble CBD?
Cannabinoids are naturally fat-soluble, meaning they mix well with oils, but not with water. Therefore, water-soluble CBD is a fairly recent innovation. Although several methods are used, the basic premise is that CBD molecules are broken down and made small enough to be able to mix effectively with water molecules.
The idea is that smaller CBD compounds, or nanoparticles, will be more efficiently absorbed into the bloodstream in this way. Water-soluble CBD is usually made by combining CBD with a high-pressure microemulsifier or with microscopic structures that can be used to encapsulate CBD molecules.
Is water-soluble CBD better than CBD oil?
There is a study that suggests that CBD encapsulated in nano-lipospheres is absorbed up to 600% more than oil-based CBD (at least in rats). While this shows the effectiveness of a single type of water-soluble CBD among many, it makes sense for small CBD molecules to be more easily absorbed into the bloodstream.
How to use water-soluble CBD
One great thing about water-soluble CBD is its versatility. Not only can it be mixed with water and other beverages, but it can also be sprayed or added to food just as easily. You can also use it sublingually by placing a few drops under the tongue. This method may be the most efficient in terms of bioavailability, as it completely avoids the gut.
Which Water Soluble CBD Product Should You Buy?
With its growing popularity, there are a growing number of water-soluble CBD products to choose from. To reduce this, we’ve added factors like price, CBD strength, and the accompanying ingredients to offer you 5 high-quality water-soluble CBD products that you can try in 2022.
Hemp Point was launched more than two years ago and has since grown a loyal customer base thanks to its commitment to high quality customer service, organic CBD products and competitive prices. It is one of the most popular CBD oil companies in Germany with a brand called Hanfosan, which expanded here in the UK.
Its water-soluble CBD is available in a single blend for £ 39.90, with Zinc + Complex B. It contains oil emulsion in water full-spectrum extract of whole plant CO2. Each 10 ml bottle contains 500 mg of CBD (£ 0.08 per mg), as well as small amounts of CBG, CBN, CBC, CBDV and THC. There is also a good terpene profile for a powerful synergistic effect.
Stir well before use. Fill the dropper with 5-7 drops, each containing 2 mg of CBD and add it to your favorite hot or cold drink or consume it alone if you don’t mind the taste (sweet with subtle fruity touches).
Each 10 ml bottle of 250 mg water-soluble CBD for £ 19.96 (£ 0.08 per mg) is rich in terpenes and cannabinoids derived from organically grown hemp plants without the use of pesticides or herbicides.
A good water-soluble CBD spray of CBDX for £ 37.50 (£ 0.09 per mg). The extract has been infused with additional herbs and terpenes (lavender, citrus, turmeric and black pepper extract) to supplement the 400 mg of CBD.
The liquid also contains active chlorophyll from the hemp plant, which gives it a darker color and a rich viscosity.
The Purple Plus edition of The Original Alternative (CBD Brothers) contains 400 mg of CBD (£ 0.12 per mg) of CBD and CBDa in a water-soluble carrier liquid for £ 48. It is made with its whole plant hybrid extract and contains a full spectrum of cannabinoids, terpenes and added turmeric.
Alpinols is an organic CBD brand focused on bringing Swiss excellence to the world of cannabis. They are proud to grow their own hemp plants where great care is taken to get the most out of the plant. All its hemp is grown in certified organic conditions under strict Swiss regulations.
Alpinols 10 ml per £ 35 tincture contains 250 mg of CBD (£ 0.14 per mg) of its full-spectrum water-soluble CBD extract. It’s CBD’s perfect travel companion!
Whatever water-soluble CBD product you decide to try, be sure to look for a report from an independent third-party lab to see exactly what you get and in what quantities! And listen to your body when it comes to the amount of CBD that works best for you.
CBD is quite available these days, and there’s a good reason for it: a lot of people find it works for them. Take a look and see what you think!
All of the above brands are included in the Food Standards Agency (FSA) product list which is allowed to remain on the market pending the validation of its Novel Foods application. Only CBD products with credible applications that show a path to validation can legally remain in the UK market.
