So you’ve decided to dip your toes into the magical world of CBD; welcome! However, you may have felt overwhelmed upon walking into a cannabis store or browsing online, as choosing a CBD product can feel like trying to solve a calculus problem with a blindfold on. Undoubtedly, the more you know about cannabinoids, the more informed decisions you can make about how to achieve your wellness goals. But who has the time to learn it all? That’s where Cloud City Supply comes in. Mercury News readers have rated Cloud City the best CBD store in Silicon Valley for four consecutive years, and for good reason.
Not only do we carry the highest-quality cannabis products, but our budtenders are also here to serve as your personalized CBD coach. Let us help you take the guesswork out of your CBD journey. Instead of spending hours researching what terpenes are, what “full spectrum” means, and which strains give off which effects, visit our downtown Campbell store and let our staff give you the Cliff Notes. In addition to getting in and out swiftly and confidently, we’ll help you identify a regimen tailored to your needs, complete with dosage and routine recommendations.
That said, we equally appreciate the CBD shopper who wants to educate themselves as we do the customer who doesn’t want to have to think too hard about it. So stick this CBD dosage guide in your back pocket (or browser bookmarks) for a quick, go-to resource next time you’re shopping for a good cannabis product.
CBD Dosages
Our tinctures range from 500mg to 3000mg per bottle. Each bottle contains approximately 30 servings, which means each serving contains between 16mg and 100mg of its respective cannabinoid blend. Importantly, the dosage listed on the label is unlikely to match the bioavailability (TLDR: bioavailability is the amount of CBD your body actually absorbs). Comparatively, our single-serve CBD products, such as gummies and softgels, range from 10mg to 25mg per dose. Each pack or bottle contains about 30 servings (smaller packs are also available), which translates to approximately the same total strength as the tincture bottles.
Separately, our topical CBD products, like this best-selling Intensive Relief Rub, come in higher dosages (1500-2000mg). This is because it’s applied topically to the skin rather than consumed orally.
Speaking in “total” dosage per bottle, here’s your guide to finding the CBD dosage:
CBD curious: The 500mg bottle
Think of the 500mg bottle as the “training wheels” for your CBD journey. If you’re generally healthy and are just looking to take the edge off of a busy weekday, 500mg is right up your alley.
The 500mg bottle:
- Works best for: Newbies, microdosers, people with low body weight, or those simply wanting to test their baseline.
- Translates to: Approximately 16-17mg per serving.
Goldilocks zone: The 1000mg bottle
Besides being the average between the lowest and highest available dosages, the 1000mg bottle is the most popular strength for CBD products because it provides palpable relief from stress, inflammation, and sleep disturbances. If you live an “always on” lifestyle and spend most of your time attached to your devices, the 1000mg bottle is your speed.
The 1000mg bottle:
- Works best for: People who struggle to fall or stay asleep, daily inflammation caused by chronic joint pain, and anxiety caused by a constantly racing mind.
- Translates to: Approximately 33mg per serving.
Optimal performance: The 3000mg bottle
We only recommend the 3000mg bottle strength to seasoned CBD users. Because this is considered “high potency,” it’s important to answer a few screening questions before indulging in these, such as how much and how often you’ve already been using CBD products, what pain points you’re trying to solve, and what kind of lifestyle you live.
The 3000mg bottle:
- Works best for: Those with a high tolerance, chronic pain or stress, and severe sleep disturbances. The 3000mg strength can also be a great natural alternative to NSAIDs for post-surgery recovery.
- Translates to: A whopping 100mg per serving.
Where to start
The hard truth here is that there’s no universal blanket rule when it comes to choosing the “correct” dosage. As research published by the Arthritis Foundation states, CBD dosage varies depending on your metabolism, body weight, and severity of the issue you’re looking to address.
At Cloud City Supply, our motto is “start low and go slow.” Like anything in life, consistency is key when it comes to CBD. Our staff is readily available to help you understand how to build your tolerance to get the most out of your CBD products, no matter which strength you’re taking.
For example, if you opt for the 1000mg bottle, start with just half a dropper. Wait an hour. If you don’t turn into a zen master in that time, don’t chug the rest of the bottle. Just increase your dosage by 25% next time and see if you can tell a difference. Your endocannabinoid system is unique– treat it as such! To learn more about gauging CBD dosages, check out our FAQs.
