It's now popular to see CBD in all sorts of tasty snacks and treats, but did you know you can make your very own CBD-infused recipes right at home?
There are so many reasons to incorporate CBD oil into your diet and benefit from its anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, and anti-depressant properties.
Even for the newest of chefs, cooking with CBD oil doesn't have to be tricky. CBD pairs well with sweet and savory dishes alike, making it easy to incorporate into virtually any recipe. So, move over salt and pepper because there's a new ingredient in the pantry, which tastes like relief!
This ultimate guide will share everything you need to know about CBD oil and how to use it in your cooking and baking!
What does CBD stand for?
CBD stands for cannabidiol. (can·na·bid·i·ol) It is one of the two main chemical compounds called cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant, the other being THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). Unlike THC, CBD is non-psychoactive, so no, it cannot get you high. Researches have shown that CBD can help with stress and anxiety, relieve pain, help prevent cancer, and more. Learn about CBD.
CBD oil is made by extracting CBD from the cannabis plant and blending it with a carrier oil to make it easier to consume. At Legalizing CBD, we use organic MCT oil derived from coconuts, which has several health benefits and is the best way available for your body to absorb CBD. While it's cool to take CBD oil straight up, it also makes a great addition to all kinds of recipes.
Health benefits of CBD oil
The science around CBD is constantly evolving, but the results are promising to say the least! CBD it's known to help :
Helps with pain relief
Combats anxiety
Reduces the risk of diabetes
Works as a preventative medicine
Reduces the risk of cancer
Helps maintain brain health
Helps with insomnia
Helps with inflammation in the body
Alleviates stress
How does CBD oil make you feel?
The health benefits of CBD are typically cumulative, which means you may not notice any immediate change when taking CBD oil since CBD oil is not like taking a psychoactive drug. You may feel more benefits from incorporating CBD oil into your routine over the course of a week. Furthermore, not everyone reacts the same way to CBD, so at Legalizing CBD, we always recommend using your CBD products regularly for 30 days to understand how your body responds fully.
(Think of like incorporating more green vegetables into your diet. After one day, you may not necessarily feel very different, but after a bit of time, you may start to feel healthier, more energetic, and experience less brain fog.)
One sensation you may feel immediately after taking CBD oil is a greater sense of calmness. Many people also enjoy taking CBD oil to help them sleep because of this calming effect. While taking a CBD oil supplement will affect each individual differently, most people associate CBD oil with words like calm, relaxed, reduced stress, and peacefulness.
CBD is considered safe; you can always consult your doctor if you're unsure about incorporating it into your wellness routine or contact us for more information.
Tips for Cooking with CBD oil
1. CBD Quality matters.
Treat CBD as you would any ingredient, and investigate how it was sourced. At Legalizing CBD, our CBD oil tinctures contain only organic, American-grown hemp with all-natural flavors and zero fillers. We also suggest checking a product's lab results to ensure that it contains what the company claims it has.
2. Start low, and go slow. Everyone responds differently to CBD oil. Start with just a small amount of CBD oil when you're first starting out using it in your cooking. Whether you're new to CBD or a seasoned pro, cooking with it can take a little practice. We suggest limiting yourself to 10 mg of full-spectrum CBD oil to start. Plant People recommend using a full-spectrum CBD oil because from their and our perspective, the closer to the whole plant, the better. You can also visit our CBD Dosage Guide.
3. Mix CBD oil with another cooking oil.
CBD is fat-soluble; this means that your body is better able to absorb it along with fats. This is one reason CBD oil tinctures are made with coconut-derived MCT oil, but that doesn't mean it should replace the fat in your recipe. For cooking, opt for high-quality fats like extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, or grass-fed butter.
4. Keep your CBD oil in a cool and dry place.
Like other bottled cooking oils, keeping them away from humidity and sunlight will help keep your CBD fresh.
5. NEVER place CBD oil over direct heat.
Do NOT heat your CBD oil over direct heat, as it will negatively impact the overall effectiveness of your CBD. Heat can change its composition and lower its effectiveness. If you're using CBD in a yummy pan of sauteed vegetables, rather than cooking the veggies in the oil, sprinkle it over them once they've been plated.
6. Use caution when mixing CBD with alcohol.
If you're enjoying a cocktail with your CBD-infused meal, don't plan on driving. It's also a good idea to make sure that none of your regular medications interact with it as well.
7. You don't have to be a Michelin-rated chef to start cooking with CBD. You can simply add a few drops to simple recipes like salad dressing, smoothies, and lattes or if you like to bake, try adding a few drops of CBD oil to your recipe's butter or coconut oil.
How Much CBD Oil to Use
Just like when you're cooking with potent spices, start with a tiny amount. You can always add more, but you can't go back. If you've never worked with CBD before, the recommendation is to start low and go slow. Start with a small 10-milligram dose per serving and assess how you feel. If you don't notice any of the benefits you're looking for, such as pain relief or anxiety help, slowly increase your dose by 5 to 10 milligrams until you achieve that result. Always talk with your doctor if you have questions about the product or its side effects.
Add your CBD! Here are five easy ways to get started.
CBD Smoothies
You might not be a "wake and bake" type of person, but if you've never had CBD for breakfast, you may be missing out on the best way to start your day. Whether you're a fan of a standard strawberry-banana blend or open to something much greener, adding CBD oil to your smoothie is as easy as throwing in a few drops. To add even more power to your smoothie, consider other health-enhancing smoothie ingredients, like antioxidant-rich blueberries, flax seeds for their omega-3s, vitamin-high bee pollen, and nutritious spirulina. A CBD smoothie can also help your recover from a workout more quickly.
CBD-Infused Butter
To make CBD-infused butter, which you can use in place of traditional butter in any low-temperature recipe, simply heat unsalted butter with low heat, add CBD oil and water, cool, and then store in a container when you're ready to use it. CBD butter can also be used in place of traditional butter, so slather it across your whole-wheat toast in the morning or drizzle it over any dish where you'd usually use butter. Some step-by-step instructions on how to make CBD butter can be found here.
CBD Sauces and Dressings
One of the easiest ways to cook with CBD oil is simply adding it to premade sauces, dressings, and marinades. According to Epicurious, heating the oil too high can cause it to lose terpenes (affecting potency) and negatively affect flavor. This makes sauces and dressings the perfect base for adding CBD to your foods. Boost up your next salad or make the most of your favorite sandwich with a few drops of CBD.
CBD Cookies and CBD Bliss Balls
Turn cookies into a healthy and restorative dessert. As an energizing snack or a healthy dessert option, bliss balls are easy to make with CBD oil. This recipe by holistic nutritionist Stephanie Rome uses coconut oil, macadamia nuts, cinnamon and cacao nibs, which can be stored in your fridge for up to a week and the freezer for up to a month. That's a decent amount of time to ride on bliss.
CBD Gummies
CBD-infused gummies are a famous confectionery and fun to make at home. After all, why not indulge your sweet tooth and experience the benefits of CBD at the same time?
Or you can also buy our amazing CBD gummies here at Legalizing CBD; we even have CBD gummies Sugar Free!
Get cooking!
Hungry yet? Try any of our CBD oil tinctures and incorporate them into your kitchen. Don't know what to cook? Legalizing CBD got your back! We have many recipes you can add CBD to it! Click here!
Please let us know when you make any recipe so we can enjoy it too!
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