Can CBD gummies get you high?

This article is about CBD gummies and whether or not they can get you high.
By Jim Higdon

If you’re familiar with cannabis, you probably have heard stories of people taking too many THC edibles and having a negative experience. The best full spectrum CBD gummies contain up to 2mg of THC per gummy, which may leave you wondering if taking CBD gummies could give you a euphoric, “high” sensation. The answer is not so simple, and it may even surprise you!

Broad Spectrum & CBD Isolate Gummies

First of all, there are many different types of CBD gummies. The most common type of CBD gummies are made with CBD isolate or broad spectrum CBD, neither of which contain any THC, the cannabinoid that causes a “euphoric” feeling.

Because CBD isolate and broad spectrum CBD gummies contain no THC, they have a very low chance of causing any euphoric effects. And frankly, they have a very low chance of making you feel anything at all. 

But what about full spectrum CBD gummies with 2mg of THC per gummy?

Full Spectrum CBD+THC Gummies

THC binds with the CB1 receptors in your brain, which is what causes the euphoric experience. CBD on the other hand does not bind with the CB1 receptors, which is why CBD does not cause any psychoactive effects. 

However, when CBD is combined with THC in certain ratios, both molecules will interact with the CB1 receptors, and the psychoactive effects of THC are subsequently reduced. This is the cannabis plant’s natural balancing mechanism at work, and scientists refer to this as the “entourage effect.”

This natural balancing mechanism allows us to experience all of the wellness benefits of the cannabis plant that depend on the presence of THC, without the associated psychoactive effects that many folks don’t want to experience.

So do CBD gummies get you high?

The answer is no. Because full spectrum CBD gummies contain a balanced ratio of CBD to THC, they won’t cause you to feel the same effects that THC would by itself. However, this balanced ratio will help to reduce stress, promote better sleep, and relieve everyday aches and pains. If you need help with any of those issues, you should consider giving full spectrum CBD gummies a try!

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