By now, you must have heard about cannabis and its handful of benefits. Cannabis product – Cannabinoid (CBD) is a well-known supplement and has gained popularity in the past few years. However, it peaked in September 2018 when the FDA (Food & Drug Administration) gave a green signal to Epidiolex. An anti-seizure drug product manufactured with a cannabis source (CBD). Afterward, various CBD products came on the market like – capsules, soft gels, gummies, tinctures, etc. But for the quick results, people prefer consuming tinctures, as they directly contact the bloodstream and start reacting rapidly. 

Usually, hemp flower extracts and hemp plants are processed with medicinal alcohol for a long time to produce a concentrated liquid of extracts, called tinctures. Due to its organic nature, it helps treat any health-related problem without getting high. For example, CBD tincture helps release stress or anxiety and helps maintain a balance between body and mind. Not only homeopathy but even allopathy has now started including tinctures in their treatment. However, if you want to know what does tincture mean, then keep reading further.

Overview 

Now that you have understood what tinctures mean let us focus on ingredients used in CBD tinctures. Although tinctures are processed with alcohol, various compounds are infused in the concentrated liquid to increase the potency. Below we have listed a few prominent ingredients used throughout the process. 

• Berries
• Roots
• Flowers 
• Bark
• Dried or fresh leaves

Where to purchase?

Mostly you can find CBD tinctures in certified drug stores, medicine shops, grocery stores, health, and wellness stores, or you can order them online. Moreover, you can purchase a pack of tinctures from alternative medicine practitioners near you as well. 

Usage of tincture 

Just like any other supplement, you can add tinctures in your day-to-day life and enjoy health benefits without getting high. However, you can directly consume CBD tincture under your tongue. But if you are uncomfortable with the earthy taste of tincture, try the hacks given below. 

• Add tincture drops in your tea, sparkling water with the help of a dropper. However, try not to exceed the dosage from 3-4 drops maximum. 
• You can also add the tincture to your cocktail recipe to enhance the drink's flavor, but for that, you require a specific tincture. 

• Add tincture drops to your routine meal, but avoid exposing your meal to sunlight or any heated area. 

• Else, if you require to take the tincture directly, consume your favorite food, chocolate or yogurt just after taking tincture drops. This way, you won't experience the bitterness of tincture.

Guidelines 

It is always suggested to verify whether the government has approved offline or online stores or not. Also, be careful while consuming CBD tinctures. If you are consuming – compound or arnica tincture, always try to use it externally.

Moreover, allow tincture 15 - 20 minutes to start reacting in your body, as once it starts working, it will be active in your body for at least 6 hours continuously. However, if you are already on insulin or other medicines, keep a check on your blood sugar level while consuming tincture. 

Conclusion 

Hopefully, this article helped guide you regarding CBD and CBD tinctures. Although you can always consult your doctor, we recommend considering the guide given above for a more detailed review.