CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of the active compounds found in the cannabis plant. Another active well-known compound is THC, although CBD differs in the fact that it is nonpsychoactive while still having a host of health and wellness benefits. CBD is great for those looking for relief from anxiety disorders, addiction, PTSD, schizophrenia, and chronic pain.

If you considering taking CBD, there are some important questions to consider. Chief among these is ‘How long does CBD stay in your system?’ The answer is that it typically stays in your system for approximately two to five days, though this really depends on a number of factors.

In this blog post, we will highlight the factors that determine how long CBD will stay in your system.

What Are the Factors to Consider?

In order to get a better understanding of how long CBD will stay in your system, there are several factors to consider. These include the amount of CBD you use, frequency of use, your body, method of use, types of CBD, and food intake. Let’s consider each of these in turn.

CBD Dosage

Put simply, the higher the dose of CBD that you take, the longer it will stay in your system. This is true with most substances.

Frequency of Use

As with the above consideration, frequency of use will also determine how long CBD remains in your system. When used regularly, CBD will build up in your body over time. On the other hand, if you only take it on infrequent occasions, it will clear from your system faster.

Method of Use

There are different ways to take CBD and the method that you choose will have an effect on how long it stays in your body. Method of use also affects both the onset and the duration of the CBD effects.

Methods of use include oils/tincture, pills, edibles, vaping, and creams/lotions. Vaping both enters and leaves the body quickly, for example, while creams/lotions take much more time to get into and leave the body.

Your Own Body

How long CBD will stay in your system will also depend on your body, as everyone is different. Factors that come into play here include:

Metabolism
Body mass index
Water content

In terms of food intake, the types of food, the quantity, and the timing of eating make a difference. For example, taking CBD on an empty stomach will metabolism and eliminate it faster than when taken on a full stomach.