Consumers of CBD capsules with high potency have a variety of high-quality brands to choose from. The CBD softgels are available in various potencies, but CBD capsules 100 milligrams and higher per serving are considered the highest concentration capsules. This is true whether looking for the strongest CBD full spectrum, strongest CBD broad spectrum or strongest CBD isolate capsules.

How are CBD Capsules Made?

The CBD capsule has three basic components: two capsule ends that fit together and the CBD content. To understand the manufacturing process, there are a few things to know first.

1. CBD is extracted from the cannabis Sativa L plant which is the hemp plant bred to contain no more than .3 percent delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) on a dry weight basis.
CBD is available as CBD full spectrum, CBD broad spectrum and CBD isolate.

2. CBD products are available that include the addition of cannabis plant extracts that contain THC but are labeled as containing both CBD and THC.

The basic high-quality CBD manufacturing process involves a series of steps as follows.

· The cannabis plant is grown and harvested, with quality manufacturers having direct control over the farming process to ensure quality.

· The hemp plant is dried and ground, followed by CBD extraction through dissolution via a food-grade solvent, a process performed twice.

· CBD and other extracts are then put through a filtration process.

· The filtered CBD goes through a distillation process to yield 99.5 percent pure CBD

· CBD may be produced as an oil or crystallized powder (CBD isolate).

· CBD is mixed with food-grade carriers, like olive oil or coconut oil, or is left as a fine powder.

· Capsules are usually containers usually made of gelatin and are available in hard (capsules) or soluble forms (softgels).

· The capsule is filled with CBD powder (crystals) or CBD oil mixed with a carrier oil, while softgels only contain CBD oil mixed with a carrier oil.

The three CBD spectrums have unique qualities.

CBD full spectrum

Full spectrum capsules include all the cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids in the cannabis plant; since all cannabinoids are included, CBD full spectrum has some THC.

CBD broad spectrum

CBD broad spectrum includes all the cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids in the cannabis plant, except for THC which is removed during the manufacturing.

CBD isolate

Isolate capsules include only CBD and no THC

Producing each type of CBD spectrum requires steps to keep or remove the desired compounds.

Why Do People Choose High-Potency CBD Capsules or Softgels?

Another important CBD quality that impacts manufactured formulation is potency. The CBD potency refers to the strength of the CBD. High-potency CBD capsules and softgels contain a minimum of 30 milligrams of CBD per serving, but there are high potency CBD pills that are much stronger.

Besides, if you are looking for high-potency CBD oil products, pay attention to our guides to high-potency tinctures and the best high-potency CBD edible gummies.

The potency is an important consideration when purchasing CBD products. It determines the effectiveness and impact of CBD on your body and is a major influence on product cost. People frequently choose high-potency CBD capsules or softgels because their metabolism and other biological characteristics respond better to high-potency CBD.

Medical researchers Jamie Carroon and Joy A. Phillips conducted a survey to identify why more people were using CBD products. They found that 62 percent used it as a treatment for a medical condition, and 36 percent reported using CBD without any other treatments. This is strictly anecdotal information provided by those surveyed, but more medical research is ongoing. It is important to be aware of the fact that CBD products are not government regulated, so you must rely on independent lab testing that reputable and reliable companies perform.

In some cases, the capsules and softgels made with CBD full spectrum and CBD broad spectrum may provide the most benefits. This is due to the entourage effect (full range of cannabinoids and terpenes work together for a greater impact).

At the same time, the cost of CBD products is a factor. Low-potency products may actually end up costing more to use. Depending on your tolerance for CBD, more product must be taken to get the desired effects compared to taking high-potency CBD products.

How to Choose the Best CBD Softgels and Capsules?

With so many retailers selling CBD softgels and capsules, how do you choose the best products? You can buy products online or at a local store. Some of the things to keep in mind when deciding to pick up some CBD produces include the following.

· CBD potency per serving (for example, full spectrum CBD oil 1000 mg)
· Type of carrier oil
· The material used in capsule or softgel, i.e. vegans would avoid products made with bovine gelatin
· Individual body chemistry
· Manufacturer’s quality control testing
· Accurate and honest product labeling
· Availability of lab testing report for review
· Customer reviews

It is very important to buy from reliable market-tested companies selling CBD products. The FDA has made consumers aware that some companies are marketing CBD products in ways that violate the law. There are many reliable CBD manufacturers and retailers who sell trusted, legal CBD products.

Originally appeared at CBD.market blog

Author's Bio: 

Alex Malkin is a CBD enthusiast, researcher, and the editor-in-chief at CBD.market, a trading platform for CBD products and continued education. He's also the author of the book "CBD: A Door to Better Health" and a certified nutrition-and-wellness specialist.