Like medical marijuana and hemp, CBD oil and CBD gummies have risen to fame in recent times, thanks to its natural ability to relieve pain and provide relief from other uncomfortable symptoms experienced as a result of a physical illness like epilepsy, Dravet syndrome, and inflammation, or even an emotional affliction like anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and depression. And for the multitude of benefits that CBD oil seems to have, it has one major downfall: it’s rather bitter taste!
CBD products all derived from the cannabis plant and are becoming increasingly popular as testimonies from well-known celebrities emerge highlighting its efficacy for treating a range of ailments from insomnia to Fibromyalgia, so it goes without saying that it didn’t take long for someone to develop a means of being able to enjoy all of its therapeutic benefits, without having to put up with the distinctive earthy taste.
CBD oil (and hemp oil) can be ingested in many forms and it isn’t just the CBD tincture that is effective. Cannabis-infused edibles are quickly gaining popularity, especially among patients who cannot bear the taste or texture of CBD oil. A good quality CBD gummy will allow you to experience all of the benefits of CBD oil but in the form of a tasty sweet treat that can be discretely ingested while at work or at a social event.
Cannabidiol or CBD is just one of more than one hundred compounds found in the hemp plant, that are known as cannabinoids. The effects of CBD are fairly clear and it works to heal our bodies through supporting and activating our natural endocannabinoid system, which is an inbuilt network of receptors that help us to maintain a balance in all aspects of our body’s health and wellness.
One of the main reasons that CBD has earned itself a stellar reputation among its fans is due to the fact that it is capable of healing more than one symptom of illness at the same time, making it a versatile option to improve overall health.
The cleverly designed and tasty gummies allow the CBD to penetrate your bloodstream in a similar way to a sublingual tincture. When you suck on a gummy, you absorb the CBD into your system via the tissues in your mouth and you won’t have to worry about an unpleasant aftertaste. The most reputable brands will use only organic ingredients and their products will be free of any additives that compromise the purity of the gummies.
CBD is reported to have a wide range of healing and soothing benefits including promoting sleep and relieving pain. In fact, many people who suffer from anxiety find that taking a daily dose of CBD enables them to manage their symptoms and maintain a normal lifestyle that promotes a sense of calm and balance. At this stage, CBD-infused products cannot be recommended as a sole medicine due to a lack of research, but CBD has proven itself as an incredibly beneficial supplement to thousands of people around the world and it is becoming a popular option for the natural treatment of arthritis and other chronic pain.
The main reason that you would choose to consume gummies over oil is of course due to the fact that they are more palatable. It is also slightly easier to get your dosing more accurate, as you will know exactly how many milligrams of CBD is present in each sweet. Let’s also not forget that it is a fun way of taking medicine—especially as many of the flavors will bring back memories of eating candy as a child. Another bonus of choosing gummies over another ingestion method is the fact that they will be metabolized slower, meaning that the effects will often linger for an extended period of time.
It is always incredibly difficult to guarantee that a product or medicine is going to have a positive effect on absolutely everyone, as we are all unique individuals. Some people will instantly report feeling relief after taking their first CBD-infused gummy, while others will not notice an immediate improvement in their symptoms. Until more studies are performed on how viable CBD is as medicine, all we can do is remind ourselves of the fact that so many people have found relief from pain and illness through adding a daily dose of CBD into their routine
It is highly unlikely that you will experience any negative side effects from using CBD and only see health benefits. Understandably, a higher dose might make you feel drowsy, but unless you have an allergy to cannabinoids, you will not experience any harmful side effects.
If any CBD oil products you try are poor quality, then it could cause you to feel nauseous or have a slight headache. This is just one of the reasons why it is so important to ensure that you are buying a good quality brand that doesn’t add any unnecessary chemicals to its products.
Always make sure the CBD gummies you buy have been infused with quality CBD oil and not just sprayed with it, as this can make a big difference with regards to the potency of the gummies.
Once you have found a brand of gummies that you feel comfortable trying, and then you should start with a low dose—even if this means cutting a gummy in half to begin with. Because everyone responds differently to a particular dose of CBD gummies, it might take a couple of weeks for you to find the exact dosage that provides you with the relief you have been looking for. The important thing is not to make any sudden changes and allow your body time to adjust to the supplement accordingly.
This article by Madeleine Taylor is originally published at SundayScaries.
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