Will CBD Make Me High?

You may have come across products that claim to contain CBD (Cannabidiol), which can help you feel relaxed and calm. However, because CBD is derived from marijuana (sometimes hemp), some people are sceptical. Some people want to take CBD for its relieving properties but are afraid of experiencing mind-altering psychoactive effects or, more commonly, becoming high.

But we are here to debunk this myth once and for all. And now for the big question: Will CBD get me high? No, it will not, and we will explain why in greater detail.

Why Do People Think CBD Will Make You High?

The major reason for this mindset is that CBD is derived from marijuana, and many people feel that anything derived from marijuana will get them high. This is not true, since marijuana has a wide range of cannabinoids that do not all function in the same way. THC is the cannabinoid responsible for the high, but many people are unaware that CBD can be extracted and separated from other cannabinoids such as THC. And even if it does, it will not get you high because the THC concentration is less than 0.3%.

CBD may also be derived from hemp, which has no intoxicating or psychoactive effects. If a person does any research, they will discover that CBD is not intoxicating and cannot get you high, despite the fact that it is derived from the same plant as THC. CBD can be used safely to alleviate your symptoms.

Why Will CBD Not Make Me High?

We will have to get a little scientific to answer this question. It is simple to say that CBD won’t make you high, but you’ll probably want to know why. THC is the answer. THC is the psychoactive compound responsible for the high. It can be present in CBD products, but the amount is so small that it has no effect on you.

THC attaches to the cannabinoid type 1 (CB1) receptor, which is located in the area of your brain that controls activities like learning, memory, and pain sensations. THC activates these receptors, causing an intoxicating effect with symptoms such as euphoria and hallucinations.

CBD also has an impact on the cannabinoid type 1 receptor, but the effects are different. It will not trigger responses that will cause you to feel high, but it will prevent it. It will bind weakly to the CB1 receptors and block the intoxicating effects. This is also why many people believe CBD should be taken to counteract the effects of THC, which created their high.

CBD functions in the endocannabinoid system to encourage healthy responses to inflammation, stress, and pain rather than binding strongly to CB1 to create intoxicating effects.

How Will CBD Make Me Feel?

The effects of CBD are much more positive than those of THC, and it is very unlikely that you can overdose on CBD. We are not suggesting that THC is bad, but that CBD and THC are used for quite different purposes.

When you use CBD, the most common effect you will experience is relaxation. Not the relaxation that comes with being high, but being calm while still being able to go about your daily activities. This is why many individuals prefer to use CBD instead of THC. CBD is also available in a number of forms that may be taken discreetly anytime you need to alleviate your symptoms. Here are some more effects CBD can have on you:

• Helps make your pain more manageable
• Improves your ability to concentrate
• You will have a healthy reaction to stress
• When you are anxious, it helps you to feel calm
• Can assist you in getting a good night’s sleep 

Is Using CBD Legal In South Africa?

Yes, CBD products have been legal to produce and sell in South Africa since May 2019. However, tight restrictions have been put in place that CBD products must meet. CBD products can only be sold legally if they contain less than 20 mg of CBD per daily dosage, and will then be excluded from the Schedules of the Medicines Act. These products also need to be correctly labelled, and they are for general maintenance and enhancement, not to treat but to relieve minor symptoms.

CBD products must be derived from hemp plants rather than marijuana plants. CBD products that meet these criteria can be purchased legally in South Africa.

Can CBD Make Me Fail A Drug Test?

In truth, CBD products may contain minimal amounts of THC, but no more than 0.3%, which is insufficient to produce intoxicating effects. THC is, however, only found in full-spectrum CBD. If you are concerned about undergoing a drug test and having traces of THC detected in your system, CBD isolates, or broad-spectrum CBD are safer options. This is due to the fact that these two types of CBD do not include THC. You will then be guaranteed to have no THC in your system that a drug test could detect.

Always purchase from a company that can supply you with the legal information you want to know on their product label, website, or any proof of third-party testing performed on their product. If you cannot find any information about the contents of the CBD product, it is recommended that you avoid taking it to prevent the possibility of failing a drug test.

CBD Products At Vaperite

Now that we’ve eliminated any idea that CBD could cause a high, you can explore CBD products that can help relieve your symptoms. CBD may be used in a variety of products, and at Vaperite, we always assure high-quality items from reputable brands.

Here is a collection of high-quality products from our stores that may be purchased at any of our locations.