Myth #1: Medical CBD gets you high
This is the most common CBD myth. While marijuana can get you high, CBD is a compound found in cannabis and is full of medicinal properties. Whereas, the other compound, THC, is the psychoactive ingredient, which affects how the brain works—changing mood, awareness, thoughts, feelings, and/or behaviour.
Understanding CBD vs. THC
The primary components of cannabis are CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). It’s important to understand the difference between CBD and THC to debunk one of the most common medical marijuana myths. In recreational cannabis (which is illegal to use), the psychoactive ingredient is THC, whereas CBD is a non-psychoactive compound with a plethora of therapeutic benefits, such as reducing anxiety, pain, and inflammation. It’s possible to receive the medical benefits of CBD through recreational forms of cannabis consumption, but medical CBD products undergo an extraction process, ensuring only the therapeutic aspects remain. With Essence Dispensary's Approach, every product we stock goes through rigorous testing, so you don’t need to worry about these common myths about medical marijuana.
Myth #2: CBD is addictive
Myth #3: CBD has no scientific backing
Like many alternative medicines, there’s always a lot of scepticism around the proof. Thankfully, there’s been extensive research over the past two decades to debunk such common CBD myths. Research on the effectiveness of CBD is continuing to grow as doctors and scientists find new benefits every year. For years, studies have shown that CBD relieves chronic pain, inflammation, and epilepsy; but more recent research has shown that CBD can support people who suffer from anxiety and sleeping disorders. Studies have also shown that people struggling with arthritis, neuropathic/nerve pain, and many neurological disorders (e.g. epilepsy and Parkinson’s disease) can also benefit from CBD treatment. Thankfully, these sorts of common myths about medical marijuana are pretty easy to debunk. At Essence Dispensary, we keep up-to-date with the current research, and we can’t wait to discover more about this incredible treatment option for those who are eligible.
Myth #5: CBD works instantly for everyone
How Essence Dispensary is helping to break CBD myths
At Essence Dispensary, we’re dedicated to providing a high-quality and transparent service in every way we can. Part of our commitment is to ensure everyone can make informed decisions about their healthcare by debunking common myths about medical marijuana. With a history of recreational use and legalities surrounding this product, it’s no wonder why so many people have clouded views when it comes to using it for medicinal purposes. At our dispensary, you can be confident that the treatment you receive will be delivered by our expert pharmacists under the supervision of medical professionals.
If you’re considering CBD treatment and want to talk to a professional, please call us or visit our store. We create a caring space where people are empowered on their natural path forward, together with the Essence Dispensary team’s tailored support.