Did you know? CBD works similarly to other food supplements and is usually absorbed or digested by your body around 20 minutes after taking it β although this can vary, depending on the type of CBD product you use. For example, the sublingual application of CBD oils means they work faster (5-20 minutes) than CBD capsules or CBD gummies, which have slightly longer digestion times.
But thereβs more. In this article, we tell you everything you need to know about the rate that CBD takes to digest, so you can plan your daily routine just right. Keep scrolling for the full lowdownβ¦
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If thereβs one thing thatΒ CBD beginnersΒ β and even the pros β find confusing about taking the compound, itβs understanding how long their favourite products take to be absorbed or digested. Thereβs a lot of conflicting information about how long CBD can take to work, both in the short-term and the long-term (when youβve been taking CBD for a number of weeks).
So, How Long Does CBD Take to Work?
Like with all food supplements, itβs all relative to the type of product you use, as well as how you use it. For example, one of the big benefits ofΒ CBD oilsΒ is that theyβre able to be taken sublingually (underneath your tongue), which helps to speed up the absorption. Knowing how long each CBD food supplement takes to digest in the body is the key to finding a routine that works perfectly for you. Take note of the timings below to time your daily CBD oil, capsules or CBD gummies just right.
How Long for CBD Oils to Work?
Digestion time: 5-20 minutes
Of all the Cannaray CBD products we offer, our CBD Oil Drops are the fastest-absorbing, as long as you squeeze the oil underneath β not on top of β your tongue. Hold it there for 90 seconds, so the CBD can be absorbed into your bloodstream, then swallow whatever is left. Good news: the CBD oil you swallow will tasteΒ delicious. TheΒ Bright Days CBD Oil DropsΒ feature a zesty lime and aromatic juniper flavouring, while theΒ Night Time CBD Oil DropsΒ are peppermint-fresh, perfect for taking after youβve brushed your teeth.
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How to Take CBD Oils?
Bright Days CBD Oil Drops:
- 1500mg Bottle: Take one full dropper (1ml on the pipette, 50mg CBD) and place it under your tongue.
- 500mg Bottle: Use two full droppers (each up to 0.5ml, 25mg CBD per dropper) under your tongue.
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Night-Time CBD Oil Drops:
- 1800mg Bottle: Take one full dropper (60mg CBD) under your tongue.
- 600mg Bottle: Take two full droppers (30mg CBD per dropper) under your tongue.
How Long for CBD Capsules to Work
Digestion time: 15-60 minutes
With the same digestion time and serving size (two per day for 20mg) as CBD Gummies, theΒ Bright Days CBD CapsulesΒ are your go-to for a flavour-free option. Our brand ambassador,Β Claudia Winkleman, says theyβre her favourite becauseΒ βtheyβre clean and they feel like excellent value. They seem to last forever and I always know where I am with them.β
How Long for CBD Gummies to Work
Digestion time: 15-60 minutes
It might take a little bit longer for Bright Days CBD Gummies to be digested, but theyβre so quick, easy and fun to take. Just chew three per day for a 30mg serving that tastes like the sweetest oranges.
How to Take CBD Gummies and CBD Capsules (Edible CBD)
Taking CBD in edible form, like CBD Capsules or CBD Gummies, couldnβt be simpler. If youβre using our Bright Days CBD Capsules, simply swallow one with water daily, then adjust the amount as required. Meanwhile, if you take our CBD Gummies, chew one at a time for juicy and fruity goodness. The onset time may be slower than a CBD oil, but the pre-measured dosage means you donβt even have to think about it.How Often Do You Need to Take CBD?
If youβre asking how often to use CBD in one day, then thereβs no right or wrong answer. However, we do recommend taking no more than 70mg in one 24-hour period.
By following this guideline, you could enjoy one full 50mg dropper of theΒ Bright Days CBD Oil DropsΒ in the morning, followed by two 10mgΒ Bright Days CBD GummiesΒ in the afternoon. Or, if youβre all about your wind-down routine, one pre-bedtime 60mg dropper of theΒ Night Time CBD Oil DropsΒ can also be followed up by one of the 10mg Bright Days CBD Capsules the next morning. And, of course, you donβt have to hit 70mg at all; you might find just 20mg per day works for you. Itβs all about listening to your body to find your perfect routine.
But what about your ongoing routine? Each time you try a new level (for example, 20mg at first), stick with it every day for one week, and track how you feel in ourΒ 7-Day CBD Diary. If you feel you want more, dial it up by 10mg, and assess for another week. Soon, youβll find a CBD routine that works just for you.
