Body & Mind Magazine-Summer21

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CBD FOR YOUR HEALTH THE RISE OF THE GUMMY THE POWER OF DROPS

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2021 CBD PRODUCTS ARE NOT CREATED EQUALLY THE ENDO SYSTEM CBD FOR YOUR HEALTH CBD FOR SENIORS THE RISE OF CBD TOPICALS HOW CBD DROPS ARE PART OF A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CBD GUMMIES

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THE RISE OF CBD TOPICALS The Cannabis industry continues to create innovative Cannabis infused products to assist in healing our bodies. One of the best and fastest acting products that helps aid in relieving muscle and joint pain is through CBD infused balms.

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CBD FOR YOUR HEALTH Eating right, staying hydrated, exercise and getting enough sleep will always be important. But are they enough? An influx of research is showing us that incorporating CBD into our daily regimen is another simple habit that can have big effects on our overall health.

BODY & MIND ABOUT THIS ISSUE

You’ve no doubt heard the buzz surrounding Cannabidiol, or as most persons refer to it, CBD. We will take a look at how CBD works first, to best understand CBD Benefits.

CBD is a cannabinoid – a class of compounds in the cannabis plant that act on cannabinoid receptors in the body, and these cannabinoid receptors in turn make up your endocannabinoid system.

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HOW CBD DROPS ARE PART OF A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE If you have been looking to make Cannabidiol (CBD) part of your daily routine, but are unsure where to start, we recommend starting with CBD Drops

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CBD GUMMIES Gummies are easily one of the most sought-after types of CBD products on the market today.

CBD Gummies for your health offer a uniquely tasty way to get the benefits of hemp.

Now some of you may be scratching your heads, as there’s a good chance that when you were studying the nervous, digestive and other systems in school, this one never quite popped up on the syllabus.

That’s because this integral Endocannabinoid system hadn’t been discovered until the mid1990’s.

Your endocannabinoid system is closely tied to all others, especially the central and peripheral nervous systems. The receptors that make up this network are involved in a variety of physiological processes, such as discomfort, mood and memory.

Our first issue is focused on cbd education. We will discuss different products from topicals to ingestibles. While more and more people are educating themselves and trying cbd products we thought we should still do a review on why cbd works in our bodies and who can benefit from it.

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Do your homework before investing in a cbd product.

CBD PRODUCTS CAN LIVE UP TO YOUR EXPECTATIONS. The CBD industry has only continued to grow and evolve, meaning that there are more options for consumers to choose from than ever before.

In any market, products can range in quality and effectiveness. But this is truer of the CBD market than perhaps any other that is as fast-growing now. So, why is that the case?

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Some companies have gotten caught using extremely low-quality and even harmful ingredients.

hy CBD Brands Can Get Away with Inferior Products

When the 2018 Farm Bill passed, hopes were that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would respond by approving all hemp-based goods, but they have really been taking their time.

As a result, the CBD market is lacking in proper regulation, allowing companies to manufacture subpar products without repercussion.

Factor #5: Packaging

The packaging of a product makes a difference as well. For instance, some packaging materials can cause trace amounts of toxins to enter the actual product formula. And some product containers allow for high amounts of oxidization to take place which weaken the chemical compounds that you are trying to consume.

Therefore, it is up to the consumer to do their homework before investing in a CBD product. The range of quality that is out there is so massive that consumers have to really know how to shop for hemp in order to ensure that they end up with products that will give them the experience they’re looking for.

Variations in Product Quality and Legitimacy

Now, let’s talk about the different factors that can determine the quality and legitimacy of a CBD product. This way, you will know what you should be looking for when shopping for hemp.

Factor #1: The Availability of Lab Reports

One thing that you should always look for is lab reports on a manufacturer’s website. CBD lab reports come from a third-party facility that tests and analyzes each batch of hemp extract that a company produces. Companies send out their batches of hemp to these testing facilities so that they can get back a report that breaks down the purity, potency and chemical breakdown of the extract, in addition to other important factors.

The reason why companies do this is because it is the only way that they can prove themselves to consumers.

The FDA does not have a strict set of standards when it comes to how CBD goods are made so brands must take matters into their own hands by having the hemp tested themselves. If

Factor #6: Compliance with Current Regulations

a company does not offer lab reports, you should be wary of them.

Factor #2: Extraction Method Used

The extraction method refers to the process used to lift the desirable compounds from the plant material.

The CO2 extraction method is the gold standard in the hemp industry because it yields a chemically stable product.

If a product is chemically unstable, its compounds break down easily and quickly, making it useless. The CO2 extraction method also produces a product that is purer and cleaner than other methods, which can allow trace amounts of unwanted impurities into the final compound.

Factor #3: Potency Level

The milligram strength of CBD determines its potency level. Some CBD brands produce products that are so low in potency that you will not really be getting enough hemp compounds to enjoy the properties of the plant.

Factor #4: Other Ingredients

Another thing to be paying attention to is the ingredients in the product’s formula besides the hemp itself.

While the FDA has not yet approved CBD, some regulations still exist. For instance, a brand must avoid making health claims about their products, and they must provide serving size information on their labels. If a brand does not comply with current regulations, this is a big red flag.

Factor #7: Availability in Stores

Another red flag is a CBD brand that does not have their product in stores. Now, some companies prefer to not have their goods distributed elsewhere, but most companies would love the opportunity for other distributors to pick up their products.

If a company’s products are not available in stores, you should ask yourself why – in many cases, it is because something about their formulas are not up to par with industry standards.

CBD Equality Comes from Within

The CBD industry has done a whole lot of good since it first hit market several years ago. Unfortunately, however, some companies have found ways to sneak products in that are hardly capable of fulfilling your needs, and even worse, some CBD products out there have the potential to be harmful due to the ingredients that they contain and the manufacturing processes of the company.

ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM

ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM BASICS - EXPLAINED

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he human body is made up of various systems that help it function. The respiratory system, nervous system, and the cardiovascular system are some we may be more familiar with. Discovered just a couple decades ago, the Endocannabinoid System in our bodies has a big impact on how we function on a day-to-day basis. ing within the body. ECS receptors are the “locks,” while cannabinoids are the “keys.” In other words, cannabinoids are vital to the function of these ECS receptors.

What role does CBD play in this?

What is the Endocannabinoid System?

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is the largest collection of biological receptors in the human body. ECS receptors are found on the surface of various cells throughout our nervous systems, immune systems, and organs. Scientists have discovered that these receptors can be broken down into two types: CB1 and CB2. Both CB1 and CB2 receptors have separate functions to affect different physiological processes throughout the body.

How does the Endocannabinoid System affect my life?

Scientists are continually learning more and more about the ECS and how it affects us. Various studies have shown that the ECS helps regu-

late biological processes.

• Pain • Inflammation • Memory • Energy Metabolism And more...

The main goal of the ECS is to help you maintain homeostasis. Homeostasis is the body’s ability to regulate and stabilize itself from the outside environment. Maintaining this balance or “homeostasis” is vital for the human body to function properly.

CBD and the ECS Cannabinoids are groups of active compounds that interact with ECS receptors throughout the body.

These interactions between cannabinoids and endocannabinoid receptors lead to different effects occur-

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a natural phytocannabinoid found abundantly in the hemp plant. Unlike its cousin THC, CBD has no psychoactive side effects and will not get you “high.”

Instead, CBD works hand-in-hand with your body’s ECS receptors to promote homeostasis. More and more clinical research is opening our eyes to the benefits of CBD and its interaction with ECS receptors.

Muscle MX has scientifically crafted different topicals with CBD and natural ingredients to help you keep that balance.

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The ECS helps regulate biological processes In Conclusion There is no denying the large impact that the endocannabinoid system has on the human body. The ECS affects numerous physiological processes. Science informs us more and more that the ECS and could be the key for future discoveries in the fields of health and wellness.

CBD FOR YOUR HEALTH

STAYING HEALTHY STARTS WITH THE RIGHT HABITS. Eating right, staying hydrated, exercise and getting enough sleep will always be important. But are they enough? An influx of research is showing us that incorporating CBD into our daily regimen is another simple habit that can have big effects on our overall health. With many delivery methods available, such as drops, gummies and topicals, CBD is easy to work into your routine.

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CBD may support your body’s natural energy cycle.

HOW CBD MAKES IT INTO YOUR DAILY LIFESTYLE H

ere are some specific ways in which daily doses of CBD can be conducive to an overall healthier lifestyle.

CBD is Rich in Nutrients

Many people do not realize that CBD oil is also naturally high in essential nutrients that are good for overall health.

Hemp naturally contains vitamins, omega fatty acids and amino acids which can all benefit the body and mind in unique ways. Therefore, each daily dose of CBD actually provides you with nutrients that are considered essential.

CBD is Rich in Terpenes

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CBD may be able to help us manage stress more efficiently by calming down naturally.

CBD is also rich in terpenes, which refers to a class of chemical compounds found in the essential oils of all plants.

These terpenes determine the flavor and aroma of a particular plant, and mainly protect the plant from disease and predators. Therefore, they commonly contain health-boosting properties such as anti inflammatory and antibacterial activities.

Cannabinoids in CBD Offer Various Properties

Cannabinoids have been intensely studied in recent years as the popularity of hemp continues to grow. Some of the unique properties of cannabinoids that have been thoroughly researched by medical scientists are:

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CBD might help regulate the way in which the body stores and uses fat. #1: Sleep We have seen many studies demonstrate how CBD may help regulate the sleep cycle by improving the production of melatonin while reducing cortisol. Sleep is an essential part of overall wellness, as sleep deprivation can produce a host of negative effects on the body and mind. #2: Stress Relief Like we said above, CBD seems to have a regulatory effect on cortisol.

Cortisol is the stress hormone that is released to trigger changes in the nervous system under the fight or flight response. Excess cortisol is dangerous to the body, putting a person at risk for some health conditions, like heart disease and stroke. It is common to produce too much cortisol due to our high-pressure, fast-paced lifestyles. Because it has the potential to regulate cortisol, CBD may be able to help us manage stress more efficiently by calming down naturally. #3: Immune Health We know that there are cannabinoid receptors in the immune system, which indicates that CBD can have unique effects on the immune system.

There are some findings showing that CBD may enhance immunity by regulating the way in which the immune system functions, and playing a role in the inflammatory response produced within the immune system.

#4: Cardiovascular Health We are starting to see more interest in the potential effects of CBD on the cardiovascular system. This again comes from the presence of cannabinoid receptors within this system, which dictate the overall functionality of its many processes through regulatory action.

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CBD is most effective when it is used consistently as part of a daily regimen

#5: Weight Management No one will deny that weight plays a crucial role in maintaining good overall health, as being overweight can lead to a variety of health complications. Managing weight through healthy means is crucial, because many calorie-restrictive diets can cause more harm than good in the long run. New research suggests that CBD might help regulate the way in which the body stores and uses fat. #6: Energy Homeostasis Energy levels play a role in our health as well. Chronic fatigue can interfere with our motivation to take care of our bodies and exercise. CBD may help regulate body homeostasis through functions in the brain that dictate our energy levels.

This means that CBD may support your body’s natural energy cycle that peaks early in the day and drifts off at night so that we may sleep properly.

How to Use CBD for Your Health

As you can see, CBD may be a key factor to maintaining our health. It is important to use it correctly for the best effects. To find the correct CBD to use, look through online reviews and look for third-party lab reports to know that a

company is legitimate, and that their products are pure and made with the best methods. We suggest taking CBD daily as part of your regular wellness routine. CBD is most effective when it is used consistently as part of a daily regimen because this gives the endocannabinoid system all the support that it needs to do its job thoroughly and efficiently. Choose a milligram strength that reflects both your body weight and your specific goals and be open to changing it as needed. Also note that CBD is non-toxic to the body and can be taken in high milligram strengths that are available.

Do not Forget the Other Important Factors: Of course, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is about a lot more than taking CBD each day.

Here are the other things you need to stay on top of for maximum wellbeing.

Factor #1: Diet It is imperative that you maintain a healthy and balanced diet that is rich in essential nutrients and low in sugar.

Factor #2: Exercise Exercise should be performed regularly, ideally five times a week. There are many forms of exercise to choose from that vary in terms of difficulty and length of time required.

Factor #3 Hydration Maintain proper hydration levels by always traveling with water. Dehydration can take effect even when you do not feel unusually thirsty.

Factor #4: Stress Management Being stressed can kill, literally, so try to manage your stress through whichever means work for you.

Factor #5: Sleep Aim to get seven to eight hours of sleep each night.

CBD is a widely used and thoroughly researched plantbased compound that has given a lot of people the relief that they were looking for, while offering potential ways to take their healthy lifestyle to the next level. As always, make sure to speak with your doctor to find out how you can use CBD for your health.

CBD FOR SENIORS

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Using CBD as a natural anti-inflammatory agent may help seniors to manage pain without the side effects associated with pharmaceuticals

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eople in the 21st century are living longer than ever before, and the old stereotypes that used to apply to the aging process — for example, that you have to slow down and eventually give up the activities you’ve always enjoyed — have long since fallen by the wayside.

In fact, modern seniors are continuing to find new ways to slow the breakdown of their bodies and overcome physical and mental limitations, without shuffling from doctor visit to doctor visit or turning to a complicated cocktail of prescription medication.

More and more seniors are discovering the benefits of CBD for an active lifestyle and harnessing the power of cannabidiol, via topicals and tinctures, as a natural and safe method of improving their overall quality of life. Here are a few ways in which CBD supplementation could be a great addition to your health and wellness regimen as you age.

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Getting older takes its toll, both physically and mentally, and everything from declining health to increased isolation can cause older adults to experience intense mood swings that ultimately impact their mental health. CBD interacts with the mood-regulating receptors in the brain (serotonin, adenosine) without producing the “high” feeling associated with THC, the main psychoactive ingredient found in the cannabis plant. Studies have shown that CBD may help to reduce stress and create a greater sense of calm while also improving cognitive function.

COGNITION

As mentioned above, because it interacts with receptors in the brain, CBD may help to improve memory and increase our ability to focus. Some studies even suggest CBD could be a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.(1)

SLEEP

Proper rest is crucial to our physical and mental health, particularly as we age. Did you know that sleep disorders such as insomnia are particularly common among older adults?(2) A lack of sleep can contribute to falls and physical injuries, as well as drag down a person’s mood and negatively impact their social interactions. CBD is a possible solution. It can help to relax the body, calm the mind, and decrease stress and anxiety, without the need for prescription sleep medication.

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Physical pain holds so many people back from living life to the fullest. In fact, an estimated 65 percent of seniors report suffering from some type of pain (3), whether it’s due to an injury, a chronic condition such as arthritis or osteoporosis, or another side effect of aging. As you can probably guess, the most common remedy for chronic pain is medication. CBD could be an effective alternative. Studies suggest that using CBD as a natural anti-inflammatory agent may help seniors to manage pain without the side effects associated with pharmaceuticals.(4)

MOBILITY

Finally, by helping to improve sleep, reduce inflammation in the body, and manage pain, CBD can help seniors with another crucial element of the health-and-wellness equation: physical activity.

See for yourself how a high-quality, natural CBD supplement can help you or a senior loved one live a better quality of life. Browse through our website and check out our extensive selection of CBD products you can buy online or search our Store Locator for the retail location nearest you that carries our US-sourced, full-spectrum balms, lotions and drops.

For more information, feel free to contact us today.

Sources: (1) https://www.ncbi. nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28412918 (2) https://www.healthline. com/health/sleep/sleep-disorders-in-the-elderly (3) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ pmc/articles/PMC4851925/

THE RISE OF CBD TOPICALS The Cannabis industry continues to create innovative Cannabis infused products to assist in healing our bodies. One of the best and fastest acting products that helps aid in relieving muscle and joint pain is through CBD infused balms.

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annabis topical balms can come as a salve, a cream, or even an oil.

They are meant to be applied to the skin and provide localized relief for joint and muscle pain. This pain may be derived from damaged nerve endings, arthritis, inflammation, general soreness, or many other conditions. CBD topicals provide pain relief without creating a sense of being high or stoned (in case you were worried about that).

CBD infused balms work by being absorbed through the skin and binding to our CB2 receptors, which are found throughout our bodies, thanks to our lovely Endocannabinoid system. CBD has a pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effect on the body once it is encountered with these CB2 receptors. The amazing thing about our bodies is that it increases the number of cannabinoid receptors present in muscle tissues that are injured or inflamed. What better way to heal our torn or inflamed muscles than using CBD balm!? It is a natural and organic alternative to pharmaceutical medications that generally have dangerous side effects, or even worse, take forever to start kicking in! CBD infused balms begin working the instant you rub it on your skin.

USING CANNABIS AS A TOPICAL APPLICATION FOR SPORTS INJURIES The time has come for you to step up to the plate and take the swing that will change it all. The problem is it’s not you standing there alone, that nagging old pain you’ve had ever since you took that terrible fall is also there. But again you focus as hard as you can on your objective and try to eliminate all the distractions, but alas you just can’t shake that deep ache.

The moment arrives, it´s now or never, a million thoughts race through your head and all of them distracted by that deep pain that makes you feel like you’re going to make a mistake even before you have to perform…

THE PROBLEM WITH TRADITIONAL APPROACHES Any athlete knows that small differences is what separates the winners from the losers and the rich from the underpaid. The options are opiate based medications, ointments or even surgery. The problems with these methods are very noteworthy. Like in the case with prolonged opiate based medication use brings down the endogenous opiate production capabilities of the human body, thus causing problems with the pituitary gland

and hypothalamus, triggering something called panhypopituitarism, with symptoms of chronic fatigue, obesity, diabetes, insomnia, depression, GI inhibition and decreased libido.

Maybe pharmaceuticals are not your weapon of choice, maybe you prefer ointments and balms to deal with your sport injuries, and the problem is that even though these do alleviate the pain momentarily and allows you to continue on with your routine as usual, the following day you will feel the same pain or even an increased intensity due to the fact that you muffle the pain but did not remove the root cause and you did not initiate the true healing process needed for full muscular restoration. The pain muffling is possibly due to the capacity of ointment used to trick the brain receptors in feeling a different feeling than it actually should while injured. Unfortunately, In many cases causes the athlete to worsen the injury which usually ends up with a surgery that possibly could end your sports career be it professional or amateur.

CBD TO THE RESCUE An ointment made from a strain with a high concentration of CBD´s would be easily and rapidly recognized and absorbed by your body and would

increase blood flow in a natural way, speeding up the true healing process your body needs to facilitate and to bring about the biological change your body needs to restore damaged muscle and even bone tissue.

The real question is why is it that for thousands of years our ancestors knew that cannabis was an adequate answer to many ails, whilst the modern scientist refuse religiously to consider the power of cannabis and its healing properties?

The body has natural receptors for the important compounds in cannabis, and this is why we must at the very least consider the power it has in dealing effectively with sport injuries.

HEATING & COOLING THERAPY M any are beginning to try CBD topicals, as they serve a unique purpose from other hemp products on the market. As a result, the CBD topical submarket is booming like never before when it comes CBD balms, salves, lotions, creams, and more!

Of course, this means that it is harder than ever before to choose the perfect topical for you. Many companies have warming or cooling CBD topicals; how do you know which is right for you?

CBD Topicals: Great on Their Own Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a cannabinoid, which is a unique type of chemical compound found in the cannabis species. Cannabinoids bind with their receptors which are in every bodily system. When this occurs, regulatory effects take place which can balance bodily processes, whether they be related to pain, mood, or other important bodily functions.

Cannabinoid receptors exist in the skin, muscles, and joints of the body,

which is why topicals are particularly useful. These cannabinoid receptors deal with inflammation, irritation and more. Applying them to the skin allows us to target specific areas of the body that cause trouble. Rather than taking CBD internally, which disperses cannabinoids widely throughout the body, topicals focus on one area, giving it concentrated relief.

Topicals can contain any type of formula as long as they contain a potent amount of CBD. This means that when you buy a CBD topical, it may contain additional plant extracts that offer unique healing properties.

MAIN TYPES

Let’s discuss two types of topicals that are getting a lot of attention at the moment.

COOLING CBD TOPICALS

These topicals, as the name implies, provide a cooling sensation when applied. This sensation can positively affect the muscles beneath. Most often, this effect comes from menthol, which is the leading chemical

compound in the mint plant. While it cools the area of contact, it also offers a numbing sensation which can be useful to those dealing with pain, irritation and itching.

Menthol does not just feel pleasant when applied to the skin; it helps heal inflammation and pain by reducing the swelling that occurs when a part of the body is injured. Physical therapists commonly recommend icing painful areas exactly for this purpose.

WARMING CBD TOPICALS

These offer a warming sensation with application which can feel therapeutic. Often, the warming sensation comes from a combination of herbs such as peppers, ginger, clove and cinnamon.

Again, the warming sensation is not just relaxing, but healing as well. Heat is another commonly recommended treatment for pain because it opens circulation to the area. The open circulation can bring down inflammation while relaxing tension in the muscular tissue. This is why so many of us feel better after taking a long, hot bath.

WHICH ONE IS BETTER?

So, if you are dealing with pain, which is better: cooling or warming? Many doctors suggest that injured patients alternate between heat and ice to treat the affected area. The same principle applies here, which is why we recommend giving both a try.

Each one offers something unique to the painful area, and they can be used together to produce real results.

HOW TO USE CBD TOPICALS

Whether you are using a cooling or warming CBD topical, the process of application is the same. And, using topicals really could not be easier.

Once a day, apply the product to the affected area and massage it into the skin until it is mostly absorbed.

The effects of the CBD as well as the cooling or warming sensation should occur within minutes, and last for a couple of hours at least. You can reapply as needed.

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Active ingredient found in cannabis, found useful in relieving pain.

CBD DROPS & YOUR HEALTH

CBD may offer cognitiveenhancing properties to the neurological system, which could play a role in balancing focus, motivation, and memory.

MAKING CBD DROPS A PART OF YOUR HEALTHY LIFESTYLE COULD NOT BE EASIER. I

f you have been looking to make Cannabidiol (CBD) part of your daily routine, but are unsure where to start, we recommend starting with CBD Drops. Also referred to as CBD oil or a CBD tincture, CBD drops are convenient and user-friendly. Absorbed sublingually, this formula provides both fast-acting and long-lasting effects. Making CBD Drops a part of your healthy lifestyle could not be easier.

WHAT ARE CBD DROPS, AND WHAT MAKES THEM UNIQUE FROM OTHER CBD PRODUCTS? CBD Drops come in a dropper bottle, which has a pipette attached to the cap. This makes it easy to portion out each dose, as a full dropper contains a milliliter of liquid, which is a standard dose. Sublingual absorption is a unique delivery method that takes effect within 15 to 30 minutes and provides effects for up to 4 hours. It can be taken more than once a day if needed and is a versatile product that can be used for many needs.

HOW DO CBD DROPS WORK? CBD drops are absorbed through the sublingual tissue, which is the fleshy skin directly below the tongue. The user pours out a dropper’s worth of oil

below the tongue and holds it there for 60 seconds and swallows the remainder. As the oil absorbs, it reaches the bloodstream in a fast and efficient manner allowing its effects to be widely felt throughout the body.

contains a carrier oil that is very gentle on the body, like MCT oil, and does not contain unnecessary fillers or additives.

Tinctures are not associated with serious negative effects. At most you may feel groggy if you take especially high dose. Many find a single dropper a day is all they need to get their desired results.

Drops are available in different milligram strengths, which determines the potency of each dose. Some CBD drops are flavored to disguise the unavoidable hemp taste. The flavoring ingredients are usually naturally derived, such as essential oils and hemp-derived terpenes.

HOW DO CBD DROPS DIFFER FROM EACH OTHER? Today’s hemp market offers a wide variety of unique tincture formulas.

Let’s discuss how CBD drops can differ from each other based on specific factors that play a role in your ultimate experience.

FORMULA The formula for CBD drops typically consists of a hemp extract that is suspended in a carrier oil. The formula, aside from the hemp extract itself, can contain any number of ingredients, either naturally or artificially derived.

Most believe natural formulas are ideal, and the fewer the ingredients, the better. Ideally, a CBD drop formula

STRENGTH AND FLAVOR

HEMP EXTRACT TYPES CBD drops can be made with one of three types of hemp extract. The first is CBD isolate, which only contains cannabidiol. The second is full spectrum hemp extract, which contains CBD, along with all compounds in the hemp plant, including trace amounts of THC. Lastly there is broad spectrum hemp extract, which has all the compounds of the plants, but unlike full spectrum, has 0.00% THC. The benefits of full and broad spectrum versus isolate is the entourage effect.

When all the compounds of the hemp plant are taken in combination, they act synergistically to produce a better effect than when taken alone.

WHAT CAN CBD DROPS DO FOR ME? R

esearch has shown that the properties of hemp can be useful to the human body in many ways that can enhance your daily routine.

STRESS AND SLEEP Studies have found that CBD may reduce stress and enhance sleep by regulating the production of neurotransmitters such as cortisol and melatonin, in the brain.

PAIN CBD may possess properties that offer pain relief as studies have found. Cannabinoids, including CBD, contain anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. CBD drops can also be applied topically, as opposed to ingested, to an area for targeted relief.

ENERGY Additional research is starting to point to signs that CBD may enhance energy levels if taken in the daytime, due to the regulatory effects on energy homeostasis. This supports the body’s natural daily energy cycle.

Studies have found that CBD may reduce stress and enhance sleep.

COGNITION CBD may offer cognitive-enhancing properties to the neurological system, which could play a role in balancing focus, motivation, and memory. It is currently being studied for potential effects on dementia.

DIGESTIVE SUPPORT Cannabidiol may offer digestive support by strengthening the lining of mucus in the digestive tract that fights inflammation.

STRESS AND SLEEP PAIN RELIEF ENERGY AND FOCUS DIGESTIVE SUPPORT

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etting the most out of your CBD Drops formula requires that you choose your product carefully and take it in the most effective manner. Here are the proper steps to using Drops to have a meaningful experience.

ing your body weight and size. (Those who weigh more than average typically do better with a higher strength.)

STEP #1: TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR

STEP #3: TAKE THE PROPER DOSAGE AMOUNT

As always, talk to your doctor before starting a new routine so they can help you come up with a plan according to your specific medical situation, or current medications.

Remember that a single dose is a full dropper’s worth of oil, so make sure that you take the full dose to get the most effectiveness possible.

STEP #2: CHOOSE THE RIGHT MILLIGRAM STRENGTH

Choose the best milligram strength for your needs by evaluating how much support you need and consider-

Ex.1000mg is the standard milligram strength of a 30ml tincture formula, so use this as your gauge.

STEP #4: TIME YOUR DOSAGE ACCORDING TO YOUR NEEDS Consider when you take your CBD drops. If utilizing them for energy support, earlier in the day is better.

If you intend to use the drops for rest, take your dose shortly before bed.

STEP #5: TAKE YOUR CBD DAILY To experience the full effects of your chosen drops, you will need to take it once a day, as part of a consistent routine. This ensures that the cannabinoids in the plant accumulate in the body to be as effective as possible.

Bring Balance Back to Your Body Make CBD Drops a part of your healthy lifestyle by taking your drops daily in the proper strength and dosage to get the full benefits of the CBD. Due to its many unique effects, it can provide usefulness both physically and mentally.

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CBD GUMMIES Gummies are easily one of the most sought-after types of CBD products on the market today. CBD Gummies for your health offer a uniquely tasty way to get the benefits of hemp.

They are more widely available than ever before, making them easier to find if you want to incorporate them into your routine.

Taking CBD Gummies for your health has never been so delicious!

WHAT ARE CBD GUMMIES

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n short, CBD gummies are gummy candies that are infused with hemp extract. They come in an airtight container which keeps them fresh so that they can remain as potent as possible. CBD gummies are ingested which means that the way they absorb into the body is unique.

How Do CBD Gummies Work?

CBD gummies work via the digestive process, which means that when we consume them, they work their way through the digestive tract before getting processed by the liver, allowing the hemp compounds in the formula to get released into the bloodstream and travel widely throughout the body.

How Should I Take CBD Gummies?

CBD gummies are known for being a particularly user-friendly delivery method, meaning that you do not need to deal with measuring out the product to come up with a standard dose or special equipment to consume them.

Gummies come with dosing instructions on the label and following them allows you to know that you are taking the right amount according to the manufacturer’s knowledge of the product.

Typically, one or two gummies counts as a single dose, with each piece containing the same number of milligrams of hemp extract.

Gummies can be taken at any time of the day, and you should time your dose about two hours before you want the effects to take place so that the hemp peaks in the body when it will be the most useful to you. For instance, if you are taking gummies to sleep better at night, you would want to take your dose about two hours before going to bed.

What Makes CBD Gummies Unique

Each delivery method interacts with the body in its own way by how it absorbs into the body’s tissue. Now, we can take a closer look what separates gummies from other delivery methods that are available on the market.

Great Tasting Without a doubt, gummies are the tastiest way to experience the properties of the hemp plant. CBD gummies for your health are a great treat. They come in delicious flavors and textures that you can savor while you give yourself a dose of CBD. Because of how yummy they are, you will look forward to each dose.

Easy to Dose

Long-Lasting Effects

Longer onset time

Gummies can take up to two hours to take effect, or as little as one hour.

This is due to of the body’s natural digestive process, in which the compounds must travel through the entire digestive tract before getting released into the bloodstream by the liver. The effects will be more subtle, slowly releasing themselves throughout the body’s various systems.

Enhanced with Additional Active Ingredients

Gummies can be formulated with additional active ingredients to deliver a more specific series of effects. For instance, Muscle MX’s Relax Gummies combine hemp extract with ashwagandha, an adaptogenic herb that has been used for centuries for supporting

the nervous system and reducing feelings of stress and fatigue.

Muscle MX also offers Energy Gummies for supporting the body’s natural energy cycle with gentle yet effective plant-based active ingredients, such as L-Theanine, Green Coffee Caffeine, Ginkgo Biloba and B-12 .

Digestive support

Offer More Digestive Support If you want to use CBD for digestive support, gummies may be the best choice out of all of the delivery methods. They make the most contact with the actual digestive system as they work their way through the body. During this time, their anti-inflammatory properties absorb into the intestines.

Studies have found that cannabidiol may play a role in supporting the intestine’s mucosal defense that prevents inflammation that can lead to pain, bloating and other common digestive issues.

Like we said, each gummy in a package contains the same number of milligrams of hemp per piece.

Some delivery methods require that you measure out the number of milligrams you are taking to ensure a consistent routine. Gummies eliminate this step so that you do not need to put any effort into maintaining your regimen with hemp.

Because of the nature of ingestion, gummies offer the longest-lasting effects of all of the delivery methods.

They tend to stay active in the body for up to eight hours, and for comparison, inhalable methods may only last for about an hour, give or take.

Examples of people who would find gummies to be the most helpful out of all the delivery methods include those dealing with stress, fatigue and pain, as well as other situations in which the person may need all-day

May Provide More Systemic Effects

It is possible that taking hemp in the form of an edible offers more widespread systemic effects than other methods. This is because the act of the compounds being released into the bloodstream by the liver may allow them to reach a wider variety of systems and processes throughout the body. CBD is a cannabinoid, which means that the body’s endocannabinoid system sends it to different cannabinoid receptors located all throughout the body. This process allows the cannabinoid receptors to regulate specific processes as needed.

Similarly, CBD’s effects seem to be particularly gentle when consumed as an edible. While the effects last longer, they work more behind the scenes, so to speak. Yet, they are still bioavailable and effective enough to help you reach your hemp-related goals.

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