Best CBD Gummies for Beginners: What to Try First

As CBD has become increasingly popular, so too have CBD gummies. And for good reason; CBD gummies offer a convenient form of CBD that travels well, involves no measuring, and tastes great, making them a great starting point for CBD newbies. But even among gummies, there are many different options to choose from with different strengths and ingredients. Not sure where to start? That’s okay; we’ll dive into the options below!

Understanding CBD: What Beginners Need to Know

What Is CBD and How Does It Work?

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a non-psychoactive, naturally-occurring compound in cannabis plants with many potential wellness benefits. CBD is found in both hemp and marijuana plants; marijuana plants contain more THC, another naturally-occurring cannabinoid that creates the “high” sensation people associate with marijuana, while hemp plants contain more CBD than THC (less than 0.3% THC, to be exact),.

CBD, like other cannabinoids, works by interacting with the endocannabinoid system, or ECS. The ECS is a network of receptors and messengers that regulate many vital processes in your body, including mood, memory, immune function, appetite and more, helping your body find homeostasis or balance. Your body makes messengers for your ECS, but when it cannot produce enough, the communication system can fail. CBD works by mimicking your body’s messengers and influencing the receptors in your ECS, supporting the functions your ECS regulates.

Types of CBD Extracts

CBD gummies can be made from full spectrum hemp extract, broad spectrum hemp extract, or CBD isolate. Full spectrum hemp extract is a full-plant extract containing naturally occurring CBD, as well as other minor cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids and less than 0.3% THC. Full spectrum hemp extract allows you to fully experience the Entourage Effect, the synergistic way that the different plant components in hemp have a greater effect when working together than they do individually. Broad spectrum hemp extract undergoes some processing that maintains the hemp plant’s CBD, minor cannabinoids and terpenes, but removes THC (though trace amounts less than 0.01% may remain). CBD Isolate undergoes additional processing to remove all other molecules, resulting in pure CBD that is THC-free. 

CBD Dosage for Beginners

So, what’s the right amount of CBD to take as a beginner? There’s no one universal answer, since many factors influence how CBD acts once ingested. Your body weight, metabolism, age and other factors can influence how your body metabolizes and uses CBD. That’s why we recommend that you start low and go slow – start with a low serving of CBD and then gradually increase it until you achieve your desired effects.

Consistency is key! In a blind survey of 1,900 respondents, daily users reported finding CBD more effective and feeling the benefits of CBD sooner than people using this cannabinoid on an as-needed basis.

What to Look for in a Beginner-Friendly CBD Gummy

Potency and Serving Size

What does it actually mean to start low and go slow? We recommend starting with 5-10mg of CBD at first, while you find the right amount for you. The recommended serving of CBD is 30-60mg per day, though again, everyone is different and individual experiences vary. Starting low and going slow helps to make sure you can find the amount that works for you.

Ingredients and Clean Formulations

You’ve already learned about CBD, but it’s worth paying attention to the other ingredients in your CBD gummies as well. Some gummies contain high fructose corn syrup, artificial food dyes or artificial food flavorings. But when you choose CBD gummies from CBDistillery, you can feel confident about what you’re getting. Our gummies are vegan and contain all natural flavors and colors, organic tapioca syrup and organic cane sugar instead of corn syrup, and no artificial preservatives.

Lab Testing and Transparency

Another thing worth paying attention to is quality testing, which ensures that the gummies you’re buying meet quality standards and have consistent levels of CBD or other cannabinoids. Ideally, this testing should be performed by an independent lab each time a new batch is produced. But some companies perform quality testing sporadically, re-using test results for batch after batch of gummies, or don’t do any testing at all!

When you buy CBD gummies from CBDistillery, you can feel confident about what you’re getting. EVERY batch of our gummies is third-party lab-tested to ensure product quality and ingredient consistency (no re-using lab reports here!). You can access the certificate of analysis, or COA, for every product on our websiteat any time by scanning the QR code on your product label, or by finding the section labelled “Third Party Lab Tested” on any product page and clicking the button that says, “View Full Lab Results.”

Best CBD Gummies for Beginners: Our Top Picks

For Everyday Wellness

If you’re looking for everyday wellness, we recommend the CBDistillery 30mg Relief & Relaxation Gummies. This customer-favorite brings all the benefits of our original (and most popular) CBD oil to a fun, flavorful and convenient gummy. With a full spectrum blend of cannabinoids, other plant compounds and natural hemp terpenes, these gummies let you harness the Entourage Effect to achieve mental and physical wellness. These gummies are a great starting point for anyone new to CBD.

For Better Sleep

When racing thoughts or body tension keeps you awake at night, reach for our Enhanced Deep Sleep Gummies with 5mg of THC, 15mg of CBN and 75mg of CBD. CBN, another minor cannabinoid found in the hemp plant, helps you fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up refreshed without grogginess. A generous serving of CBD helps to balance out the effects of the naturally-occurring delta-9 THC in these gummies, so you can find full-body relaxation to help you wind down before bed – all with a tasty dreamberry flavor. Since these gummies do contain 5mg of THC, they may affect you differently than ones without THC; we recommend taking one, or even one half, gummy before bedtime, and waiting at least two hours to feel the effects before taking another serving, if needed.

For Mild Relaxation

Want to take “me time” to the next level? Try our Very Cherry THC + CBD Elevated Gummies! With 75mg of CBD and 5mg of naturally-occurring, hemp-derived THC for a mellow buzz and body-melting relaxation, these gummies are jam-packed with a delicious cherry flavor! Unwind on a whole new level tonight, without the hangover tomorrow. These gummies are a great option when you want to relax in the evening or after work, but since they contain THC, you should not take these gummies before driving or operating heavy machinery.

THC-Free Option

If THC is not your thing, check out our 30mg Broad Spectrum Relief & Relaxation Gummies with 0% THC.* These gummies offer the same plant-powered relief and relaxation as our 30mg Relief & Relaxation Gummies, but are made from broad spectrum hemp extract, meaning the CBD used has undergone additional processing to further remove THC while still keeping many other minor cannabinoids and plant compounds.

*Note – While the CBD used in these gummies undergoes additional processing to further remove THC, trace amounts of less than 0.01% THC may remain.

How to Use CBD Gummies Effectively

When and How Often to Take

The best time to take CBD gummies depends on your wellness goals and which products you take. Many people prefer to take CBD in the evening to help them relax or before bed to promote sleep quality, while others prefer to take it in the morning to start their day off with mental clarity. Some CBD gummies have additional cannabinoids or other ingredients which may affect your decision, like melatonin to help with sleep or CBDV to support mental clarity and sustained energy. And of course, gummies containing THC should be taken when you’re ready to chill but will not be driving or operating heavy machinery.

Regardless of when you take them, remember that consistency makes a big difference! We recommend experimenting with taking CBD gummies at various times of the day to find what works best for you and what will fit into your routine in a sustainable way.

We’re Here to Help

If you’re still unsure which CBD gummies are from CBDistillery are right for you, we invite you to read what other customers have to say in more than 49,000 reviews from verified customers. Our customer service professionals are here to help, too; don’t hesitate to contact us with questions and concerns!