Why Your CBD Dose Isn’t the Same as Someone Else’s
You’ve probably heard the phrase “start low, go slow” when it comes to CBD but what does that really mean?
The truth is, CBD dosing is highly individual. Your ideal dose could be very different from someone else’s, even if you’re taking it for the same reason like sleep, anxiety, or inflammation.
In this post, we’ll walk you through the 7 key factors that influence how much CBD your body may need.
🧬 1. Your Body Weight & Metabolism
In general, people with more body mass or a faster metabolism may require higher doses of CBD to feel the same effects.
A rough guide used in clinical trials for epilepsy is 2–5 mg per kg of body weight per day, though most patients won’t need this unless treating severe conditions.
🔥 2. Symptom Severity
Someone using CBD for mild daily stress might benefit from 10–25 mg/day, while someone managing chronic inflammation or pain could need 50–100+ mg/day for best results.
📌 The more disrupted your internal balance, the more pronounced CBD’s regulatory effects may be.
🌐 3. Your Endocannabinoid System Tone
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) helps regulate mood, sleep, immune responses, and pain. If your ECS is out of balance due to chronic stress, trauma, or inflammation, you may need more support initially from full-spectrum CBD.
🌿 4. Cannabis or CBD Tolerance
If you’ve used CBD or cannabis regularly, you might need a higher starting dose to notice effects.
If you’re CBD-naïve, start with a lower dose to gauge your sensitivity.
🧴 5. Product Type & Strength
Not all CBD products deliver the same amount per dose.
Examples:
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CBDay Plus 5% = ~1.5mg per drop
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CBDay Plus 15% = ~4.5mg per drop
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Capsules = ~33.6mg per capsule
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PHE 24% = ~7mg per drop
✅ Always check the label to understand how much CBD you’re actually taking.
💊 6. Medications You Take
CBD can interact with prescription drugs, especially those processed by the CYP450 enzyme system in your liver.
Potential interactions include:
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Blood thinners (e.g., warfarin)
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Benzodiazepines (e.g., diazepam)
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Antidepressants (SSRIs)
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Antiepileptics (e.g., clobazam)
💬 Speak to a professional before combining CBD with these medications.
🧘♂️ 7. Lifestyle & Wellness Factors
Other influences include:
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Sleep quality
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Stress levels
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Gut health
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Nutrient status
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Daily habits (smoking, hydration, diet)
These can all affect how CBD is absorbed, processed, and felt in your system.
✍️ Pro Tip: Track Your Journey
Keep a CBD journal to log:
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Start date and product used
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Dose per day
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Symptom levels before and after
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Sleep quality, mood, energy
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Side effects (if any)
This helps you identify your Minimum Effective Dose and avoid taking more than necessary.
👉 What’s Next?
🔗 Continue to Part 3: How to Start Dosing CBD Safely – Clinical Guidelines
Learn the best way to introduce CBD into your daily routine and avoid common mistakes.
