FAQs

– WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HEMP AND CANNABIS?
Hemp and Cannabis are from the same plant Cannabis Sativa. The main difference is that Hemp contains significantly less THC than cannabis. Black Sheep products are made using Hemp which contains less than 0.2% THC.

– WHAT IS IN HEMP EXTRACT BESIDES THE NATURALLY OCCURRING CANNABINOIDS?

Hemp extract also contains naturally occurring fats such as omega-3,6 fatty acids, terpenoids, cannabinoids, phytocannabinoids and flavonoids.

– WHAT ARE CANNABINOIDS?

The word cannabinoids refers to every chemical substance, regardless of its origin or structure, that joins cannabinoids receptors of the body and brain. Phytocannabinoids are cannabinoids which occur naturally in the cannabis plant whereas Endocannabinoids are produced naturally in the human body.

IS IT SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH CBD?

Within the EU you will not have a problem travelling with Black Sheep’s products as they do not contain more than 0.2% THC. If travelling outside the EU check with your travel agents or airline.

– WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A HEMP SEED OIL AND COCONUT MCT OIL BASED PRODUCTS?

Both these oils have great beneficial properties. MCT Coconut Oil is faster absorbed by the body through the liver and a higher proportion of CBD will enter the bloodstream more quickly. Hemp oil is rich in omegas 3,6,amino acids and fatty acids for extra nutrition.

– WHAT DOSAGE SHOULD I TAKE?
CBD does not have a specific dosage amount. There isn’t a one size fits all with CBD, and it is best to start small and increase gradually.

– WHAT ARE TERPENES?

Terpenes are a large and diverse class of organic compounds that are aromatic and flavourful component of plant essential oils.