What is CBD anyway? CBD has been around for thousands of years used for medicinal, religious and recreational purposes. CBD, otherwise known as Cannabidiol, is one of the less recognized naturally occurring chemical compounds in the hemp plant. Unlike the more popular molecule tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD is completely non-psychoactive, meaning it will not make you feel high. The early discovery of Cannabidiol and it’s structure within the plant was in 1940 then further researched in 1960. CBD oil is extracted from the plant Cannabis sativa and has many benefits such as pain relief, reduce anxiety, reduce inflammation, insomnia and may help decrease side effects symptoms in cancer patients. Researchers continue to study the effects, side effects and the efficacy of CBD. It’s a popular remedy for those seeking an alternative and more natural way of relieving symptoms from their ailments.
I recently tried products from Charlotte’s Web and was impressed with their products. I tried their Calm gummies, their Massage oil and cream. I like the lemon Lime flavor of Calm. I usually take it when I do my meditation as it helps me feel more at ease and encourages relaxation without feeling drowsy or sleepy. The massage oil felt great on my skin as it was not at all greasy and had a nice soft fragrance too. I used it to massage my foot and felt that it helped in relieving pain and soreness. I’ve also received positive feedback from my clients. They liked the fact that it didn’t feel oily after session and felt it helped feel temporary relief from discomfort and soreness as the oil felt very soothing and relaxing. The creme is great to help moisturize your hand and body. It felt soft and silky during application and absorbs well in the skin.
CBD is everywhere and there are so many companies selling. How do you know where to buy quality CBD products? How do you choose which CBD products are right for you? Well, if you are like me, I always look for reviews and read up on the company. I would want to know where they source their Hemp from. Also, I look for certificate of analysis which is basically is a lab report on the contents of a product. For Hemp extracts, the certificate of analysis reports on the cannabinoid, terpene, and contaminant profile of hemp CBD and CBG products. It’s an important tool to look at to know the purity or quality of the products. Most companies upon request will furnish this to you or sometimes they have it on their website. As far as which products, depends on what you are comfortable with and purpose of taking CBD in the first place. To help with relaxation and manage stress, I prefer gummies than oil. Why you ask? Because I know the dosage when I take one. With the oil, you can adjust the dosage when you use the dropper. Whichever you choose, both are a great way to use CBD products to help you on your path to wellness.
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