Raw CBDA + CBD Softgels

Raw CBDA Softgels deliver 15mg CBDA and 10mg CBD per softgel in a CO2-extracted, full-spectrum raw hemp format that your body absorbs up to 10 to 18 times more efficiently than regular CBD. Because CBDA is the raw, unheated form of the cannabinoid, it reaches serotonin receptors with 100 times the potency of processed CBD. Take one at night for anxiety relief, or take two to four daily to block pain receptors and reduce inflammation at the source.

Raw CBDA Softgels: Your Body Absorbs Up to 10x More Than Regular CBD

Most CBD products feel like expensive placebos because they are. Your body absorbs only about 6% of regular CBD, which means the majority of what you paid for passes through unused and never actually works.

CBDA, however, is fundamentally different. Research published in clinical pharmacology journals shows your body absorbs CBDA at levels 10 to 18 times higher than CBD. Specifically, it is the same molecule but in its raw acidic form, before heat destroys the carboxylic acid that makes cannabinoids bioavailable. For a deeper look at the science, our Oh Baby, I Like It Raw blog post covers the full comparison.

As a result of that difference, you actually feel the effects. Reduced pain, quieter anxiety, and inflammation that responds rather than shrugging off your supplement.

What CBDA Does That Regular CBD Cannot

Natural COX-2 Inhibitor: Plant-Powered Pain Relief

Unlike ibuprofen, which works through a crude mechanism that damages the gut, CBDA selectively inhibits COX-2 enzymes specifically, the ones causing your inflammation, while being 9 times more selective than over-the-counter NSAIDs. Consequently, you get the same pain relief mechanism with significantly less gut damage, made by a plant rather than a pharmaceutical lab.

Targets Anxiety at the Serotonin Receptor

Rather than just taking the edge off, CBDA enhances the same serotonin receptors targeted by prescription anxiety medications, and specifically with 100 times the potency of regular CBD. That constant low-level hum of anxiety, the one where your shoulders live near your ears, is something CBDA specifically helps turn down at the nervous system level.

More Potent for Inflammatory Pain Than CBD

In head-to-head comparisons, CBDA outperformed CBD for reducing inflammatory pain at equivalent doses. Furthermore, one major pharmaceutical company discovered CBDA's potential during their own research and has since filed patents for CBDA applications in inflammatory diseases and seizures. We have been growing CBDA-rich hemp on our family farm since 2019, so we already knew.

Why CBDA Instead of CBD? The Raw Difference

Think of it like juicing vegetables versus cooking them. Raw vegetables deliver more nutritional content precisely because heat has not broken down the beneficial compounds. The same principle applies directly to cannabis.

When companies heat their hemp extract through decarboxylation, they destroy the carboxylic acid that makes cannabinoids highly bioavailable. We skip that step on purpose. As a result, our raw CO2 extraction preserves the plant's natural compounds rather than stripping them away, including waxes, chlorophylls, and lipids that enhance absorption.

In other words, CBDA is hemp the way it actually grows, delivered to your body in the same form the plant produced it. That is precisely why it works so much better than processed CBD.

How to Use Raw CBDA Softgels

For Anxiety and Stress

To address anxiety, take one to three softgels in the evening. Many customers report waking up without their usual morning anxiety after just a couple of days of consistent use. Because the effect builds with regular supplementation, give it at least a week before adjusting your dose upward.

For Pain and Inflammation

For pain relief, take two to four softgels daily, or up to every four hours as needed. COX-2 inhibition works best with consistent use, and consequently effects typically build over a few days rather than hitting immediately. Start with two softgels and increase gradually if needed.

For Sleep Support

For sleep, take one softgel one hour before bed. Because CBDA's calming effect quiets the nervous system, racing thoughts slow down without sedation, which means you fall asleep more easily and wake up clear rather than groggy.

General rule: Start low and go slow. One softgel is enough for most people to start. Give it a week before adjusting, and always move up in small increments so you learn how your body responds.

What's Inside Each Softgel

 

 

These softgels are available in quantities of 30, 60, or 90. Additionally, every batch is third-party tested with a full panel before it ships.

Is This Right for You?

Good Fit

• You have tried CBD and felt nothing

• You want pain relief without NSAIDs causing gut damage

• You wake up anxious before your feet hit the floor

• You want something science-backed that actually works

• You prefer a capsule format over tinctures or gummies

Not the Right Fit

• You need immediate same-day results (softgels take about one hour and build over time)

• You face drug testing (trace THC may accumulate with regular use)

• You want a psychoactive experience (CBDA is fully non-intoxicating)

CBDA Softgels vs. CBDA Tincture: Which Should You Choose?

Both products contain the exact same raw hemp extract, so the formula itself is identical. The difference, however, is entirely about delivery. Softgels are pre-measured, convenient for travel, and easy to work into a daily routine without any measuring. Our Raw Hemp CBDA Tincture absorbs faster at 15 to 45 minutes and lets you adjust your dose more precisely. However, it tastes like the plant, which is not for everyone.

The best advice is to use whichever format you will actually take consistently. Because consistency makes the biggest difference when supplementing the endocannabinoid system, convenience wins over everything else.

What Customers Say

"I've tried so many CBD products for my anxiety after I got off pharmaceuticals. This is the first one where I actually felt a difference. My morning anxiety is basically gone. I feel like I can finally breathe." — Liza M., Verified Buyer

"Danielle Simone Brand recommended these for migraines. She wasn't kidding. I take one at the first sign of a headache and it stops it from becoming a full migraine." — Kirsten K., Verified Buyer

"Finally something that works like ibuprofen without destroying my stomach. I take these daily for chronic pain and inflammation. Nothing was working, but these have made a huge difference." — Stephen R., Verified Buyer

The Society's Plant Difference

These softgels start on our family farm in Michigan and go through a process we control at every step. Specifically, here is what that means in practice:

• Family-farm grown: Our hemp is cultivated by people who care about the soil, the plants, and the process

• CO2 extracted: No chemical solvents, ever

• Raw and unfiltered: We preserve the plant's natural compounds rather than stripping them in processing

• Third-party tested: Every batch, full panel, no exceptions

• Science-backed: The research on CBDA bioavailability is clear, and we have been growing for it since 2019

Frequently Asked Questions About CBDA Softgels

How is this different from regular CBD?

CBDA is raw, unheated CBD in the form the plant actually grows. Because it is not processed through decarboxylation, your body absorbs it 10 to 18 times more efficiently than regular CBD. The practical difference is that you actually feel results rather than wondering if anything is happening.

Will this make me high?

No, CBDA is fully non-intoxicating at standard doses. You will feel calm and clear rather than impaired. However, if you take five or more softgels within an eight-hour period for serious pain management, some people report feeling noticeably relaxed or slightly high from accumulated trace THC. Therefore, start low and build gradually.

Will I fail a drug test?

Possibly, because these softgels contain full-spectrum hemp with naturally occurring trace THC. Consequently, with regular use, THC metabolites may accumulate enough to trigger a positive result on standard drug screenings. If testing is a concern, avoid this product entirely.

How long until I feel something?

Softgels take about one hour to activate because they process through digestion. For anxiety, pain, and inflammation, most people notice significant improvement within a few days of consistent daily use. In other words, give it a full week before deciding whether to adjust your dose.

Can I take this with my other supplements?

CBDA is generally well-tolerated alongside most supplements. However, if you take prescription medications, specifically blood thinners or medications metabolized by CYP450 enzymes, check with your doctor first before adding CBDA to your routine.

What is the difference between this and the CBDA tincture?

Both deliver the same raw hemp extract, so the formula is identical. Softgels are pre-measured and easy for daily use. The CBDA tincture, on the other hand, absorbs faster and allows more precise dose adjustments. However, it tastes like the plant. Choose whichever format you will actually use consistently, because consistency is what drives the results.

Legal Disclaimer

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Not for use if pregnant or nursing. Consult your physician before use if you have a medical condition or use prescription medications. Society's Plant products comply with the 2018 Farm Bill, containing less than 0.3% total THC.