My favorite CBD products!
In the last 12 months, I’m sure you’ve seen CBD products pop up all over the place!
If you’re anything like me, you might be super skeptical, confused or just curious about what benefits CBD has, and if it’s really worth it!
So today, I am going to try my best to answer all frequently asked questions and share with you my favorite brand of CBD!
Okay, so first things first…
What is CBD?
Discovered in 1940, cannabidiol (CBD) is now one of the most extensively researched and remarkable chemical compounds in the world. CBD is one of many chemical compounds known as “cannabinoids” found in the hemp plant, producing therapeutic benefits for the body and mind. It can be taken in a variety of ways, including ingestion, inhalation, and dermal absorption (a.k.a you can eat it, smell it, or put it on your skin).
Will CBD get me high?
Nope. The cannabis plant is made up of two main players: CBD and THC. “CBD is the non-psychoactive portion of the plant, so that means you won’t feel effects like euphoria,” says Junella Chin, DO, an osteopathic physician and a medical cannabis expert for cannabisMD.
What are the benefits of CBD Hemp Oil?
CBD from hemp extract is able to interact with receptors in our bodies, producing an incredible array of benefit including;
pain relief,
reducing inflammation,
calming anxiety,
alleviating stress,
eliminating insomnia,
and much more!
It’s gentle enough to be part of a daily health regimen, while strong enough to keep our bodies in balance.
Who uses CBD Hemp Oil and why?
The CBD oil market is pretty diverse. Athletes use it to improve recovery from post-workout inflammation and enhance their focus. Arthritis sufferers use it to reduce inflammation and assist with pain management. Many who suffer with social-anxiety disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder can benefit from CBD as well. Thanks to the 2018 farm bill which brought about the full legalization of hemp, CBD is poised to become a global staple in the treatment and alleviation of anxiety, depression and other conditions. Countless others make CBD a part of their daily wellness routine to restore balance to their bodies and minds.
So now that you know the basics of what CBD is and why you would use it, it’s important that you know what you are buying.
With CBD companies popping up all over Instagram, there are some companies that are less stringent and scrupulous.
Here are some basic tips to make sure you’re purchasing high-quality CBD hemp oil:
Farming: It’s important to know where your hemp is grown. US grown hemp will be more reputable as US farmers are required to get certified by state departments of agriculture! The information the farmer should be found through the CBD company!
Spectrum: Another sign of a quality product is that the manufacture uses the whole plant. A lot of companies are only using CBD isolates because production is cheaper. Using the whole plant, rather than just one part ensures the oil doesn’t just contain CBD, but also the full range of primary and secondary constitutes of the hemp plant. In short, look for a company that sells Full and Broad spectrum products.
Lab Reports: A high-quality CBD manufacturer will always make their 3rd-party lab results available to consumers, so be sure to look for the lab results of each product on the website.
Now let’s get down to the products I love…
Here are the CBD products I’ve been using:
Broad Spectrum CBD (100% THC Free)
I haven’t ever really struggled with sleep until I recently found myself having a much harder time being able to fall asleep. Not to mention not getting as restful of sleep as I’d like. So I decided to start taking .75 mL of Broad Spectrum oil before going to sleep and it has helped the quality of my sleep tremendously – without feeling groggy when I wake up in the morning!
Here’s how I use it: About 15 minutes before I go to sleep, after brushing my teeth, I shake the bottle and get .75 mL in my dropper, place under my tongue for 60 seconds and then swallow.
On the days that I’m feeling anxious, I’ll take one dropper in the morning as well.
Remember: To fully experience all the benefits of CBD hemp oil, it’s important that you stay consistent with it!
This oil is amazing and so calming. It smells like eucalyptus and lavender! I’ve been using this to help with headaches that I get from working on the computer all day, it immediately cured couple of skin rashes I’ve gotten and has helped relieve soreness in my joints from weightlifting! It’s meant to be used topically (on the skin).
Here’s how I use the balm:
For headaches; I rub a small amount on my temples. It helps relieve any tension I’m feeling.
For skin rashes; I rub directly on the skin, and has helped alleviate any itchy or redness!
For soreness in my joints; I rub directly on the area, and it helps to alleviate any tension or soreness I have!
Who doesn’t love a nice bath bomb?! Not only are these very large and smell good but they are freaking BEAUTIFUL!
Each one is infused with essential oils, and combined with soft citrus and floral notes to make relief, recovery and relaxation the best part of your day! These bath bombs have anti-inflammatory ingredients with properties of menthol crystals to soothe the sorest of muscles!
How I use the bath bomb: When I take baths, I used to use multiple products such as bubble bath, epson salt, but now after a hard leg session, I just put one of these bath bombs in hot water and let it dissolve. It’s so relaxing! They have definitely enhanced my self-care routine, I love them!
So you might be skeptical of CBD pet oil like I was because you don’t know if it will actually work – or if your pups would even like it! I’m here to tell you that it does really work, and they actually cannot get enough of the the taste (This CBD pet oil has a delicious bacon flavor!) Not only does it help help relieve everyday anxiety or stress (our rescue pup Koa struggles with this), but it also helps reduce inflammation and restores mobility in older dogs. It’s specially formulated to provide your pet with a safe and natural alternative to many harmful medications! This pet oil is best used when they ingest it.
How I use the CBD pet oil: I use the recommended serving size for my dog’s weight and add it to the top of my dog’s food each meal and they love it!
Specifically with Koa, we have seen a decrease in his daily anxiety and a speedy tail recovery (he recently had some of it amputated) and with Macro, our English Cream Golden Retriever who just turned 5, we’ve seen an increase in his mobility, specifically in his hips!
Alright beautiful humans, that pretty much wraps up all of my favorite CBD products from Onyx and Rose that I have implemented into my daily routine, how and why I use them!! I hope you found this blog helpful and would love to know what CBD products you plan to try out in the comments below!
xx,
Julie
* Please note that these links are affiliated with Onyx and Rose, so for every purchase that is made through them – I make a small commission. I appreciate your trust and support as I aim to only share with you high-quality products that I personally use myself to help me to further live every day better!