They look like little sweets, but CBD gummies contain chemical compounds which can be classified as a medical product. CBD gummies are hugely popular as they give you a safe, easy and tasty way to consume CBD. You also get to enjoy the health benefits CBD offers, but you may be wondering about the regulations around CBD. Are CBD sweets legal in the UK? We’ll explore this in more detail below.
What are CBD gummies?
CBD gummies are edible gummy or chewy sweets infused with CBD oil. They are usually fruit-flavoured and come in a range of sizes, types, flavours and with different CBD concentrations. CBD is a cannabinoid which is known for its health benefits, as opposed to THC, which is the cannabinoid we associate with psychoactive properties and that ‘high’ recognised in traditional cannabis products.
The safety of CBD gummies
In the UK, CBD products are legal as long as they contain less than 0.2% THC. These are the relevant CBD gummies regulations and ensure that products can be sold in any shop as long as they meet these guidelines. It is also vital that CBD gummies in the UK are derived from an industrial hemp strain which has been EU-approved.
CBD is considered a safe product, it is well-tolerated by the human body and side effects are minimal, limited to drowsiness in a few people. To ensure the safety of your CBD gummies you should ensure you purchase high-quality products from a reputable retailer. CBD has been granted novel food status as of January 2019 and this means that products require authorisation before they can be sold legally in the UK.
The effectiveness of CBD gummies
CBD is constantly being tested and new research studies are regularly published. While the research is ongoing, you should consider all the facts before giving CBD a go. Preliminary studies have found that CBD, including gummies, offers a range of potential benefits including pain relief, anxiety reduction, and improved sleep. The quality of product you choose will impact its effectiveness and it will also be affected by factors such as body composition and chemistry and the dosage taken.
CBD gummies come in so many different flavours and styles, from novelty gummy bears and pick’n’mix to real fruit juice-flavoured sweets. As long as they meet the regulations above, they are completely legal and you may also enjoy some of the health benefits they offer.
Goodrays sell mixed flavour CBD gummies so you can find your favourite and enjoy a sweet treat with added benefits.
