CBD can become a final product in different ways. Therefore, CBD products appear in capsules, oils or pastes. In terms of health effects, the different products have no significant differences. However, the concentration of cannabidiol is different for each manufacturer, which is why there can be differences in quality at this point. As in almost every business area, there are black sheep among CBD manufacturers who process extremely low CBD contents or add other questionable ingredients. When buying CBD products, avoid very cheap or adulterated preparations. These cheap products mostly come from Asia.

CBD has proven to be medically effective in various areas. Cannabinoids are particularly beneficial for muscular problems, tension and joint pain. CBD flowers are now becoming increasingly popular among consumers and pain patients. For medical purposes, CBD is more often used for the following clinical pictures: 1. Muscular cramps 2. Back pain and tension 3. Multiple sclerosis 4. Epilepsy 5. Nausea and vomiting. CBD produces a calming effect and helps many people with anxiety disorders or insomnia. In addition, CBD is anti-inflammatory and can therefore relieve physical complaints in the case of chronic inflammation. However, CBD does not help against Alzheimer's, dementia or intestinal diseases.

The purchase and sale of CBD products is legal in Germany as long as the products are sold in further processed form and do not exceed a THC content of 0.2%. Even in CBD cigarettes, flowers or tea, the THC content must not exceed the maximum permitted content. Overall, the legal situation in Germany is not always easy to understand. This resulted in numerous raids on legally operating head shops. CBD is not psychoactive, but THC is and can therefore only be sold in very small quantities or with a medical certificate. THC is declared as a narcotic and is therefore subject to strict requirements and extensive sales bans. CBD products, on the other hand, can be sold legally and are available in pharmacies, head shops and drugstores.

CBD requires a few minutes to a few hours to make its effectiveness noticeable. The onset of effects depends on various factors: 1. The way in which CBD is taken 2. Full or empty stomach 3. Additional ingredients that may increase the effect. When the stomach is full, CBD oil takes effect much later. However, the way in which CBD is taken has the most influence on the onset of its effects. CBD taken orally in capsules first passes through the digestive system and must be dissolved slowly. The time of effect is extended. The effect lasts much longer because the liver releases the CBD gradually. Anyone who inhales CBD accelerates the effect process. When inhaled, a greater concentration of the ingredient is transported into the bloodstream. The effect doesn't last very long.

The World Health Organization (WHO) came to the conclusion that CBD is non-toxic and therefore not dangerous. According to the WHO, CBD has only a minimal amount of toxicity, so that the human body reacts predominantly positively to it. However, not all potential effects of CBD have been fully researched. This leaves many health institutions and doctors with certain residual doubts. The WHO also does not classify CBD products as significant in terms of addictive potential. Animal experiments to test physical dependence on CBD were negative. However, a study on physical dependence in humans is still pending and therefore cannot be ruled out by all recognized institutions.

There are plenty of ways to legally purchase CBD oil online or in retail stores. There is a CBD shop available online for this purpose. In retail terms, CBD oil can be purchased in drugstores, organic stores or pharmacies. In addition, there are regional hemp shops in large cities such as Cologne, Berlin and Hamburg that sell CBD products. Such a business is often referred to as a head shop.

CBD oil costs between €25 and €150 depending on quantity and quality. The suppliers' prices are subject to extreme fluctuations due to different qualities in the concentration of active ingredients. The average market price for a 10 ml bottle with 10% CBD content is €70. If the CBD content is 15% for the same bottle size, the average market price rises to €115. One reason for the high CBD prices is the hemp plant. High-quality cultivated hemp from Europe stands out in terms of price from hemp varieties from Asia, most of which have been treated with pesticides. In addition, a complicated extraction process in the production of CBD oil plays a crucial role in setting high prices.

There are different methods to obtain CBD. Ethanol extraction uses ethanol to filter cannabinoids and terpenes. Although this method is much cheaper, it also leaves behind residues of chlorophyll or alcohol, which is why this process is considered inferior when it comes to quality issues. Better products can be produced with CO₂ extraction. This process technology is easily accessible and all components of the hemp plant are preserved. If this more complex technology has been used for CBD products, this will be noticeable in the pricing.