CBD Oil For Sleep

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Although the therapeutic properties of hemp have been harnessed for millennia, its medicinal value has been largely obscured by modern prohibition efforts.¹ Fortunately, emerging research has identified an array of potential health benefits that hemp can provide. One such discovery is that of THC’s non-intoxicating counterpart, CBD. Also known as cannabidiol, CBD oil products have rapidly grown in popularity in recent years. It’s used to treat seizures and manage conditions such as chronic pain, inflammation, and anxiety. One recent study suggests CBD is a popular plant-based remedy to help improve the quantity and quality of sleep.²⁻⁶

The average adult should get about 7-9 hours of sleep each night to support optimal health, yet 10% to 30% of adults struggle with chronic insomnia.⁷ Whether you’re an extremely light sleeper or suffer from a clinical sleep disorder, chronic sleep deficiencies can have a dire impact on your entire well-being. Diabetes, obesity, heart problems, and mental health issues such as anxiety and depression are just a few of the conditions resulting from a lack of adequate rest. Common causes of insomnia include:

• Mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, or PTSD
• Physical Pain
• Caffeine or alcohol
• Poor sleep habits 
• External disturbances such as loud noises, bright indoor lighting, or uncomfortable room temperature.
• Medications that contain stimulants 
• Jet Lag
• Sleep apnea

Sleep problems are common and can interfere with your body and mind’s natural ability to function at its best. Numerous methods can help restore restfulness and reduce the risk of these and other ailments. Lifestyle changes, such as improving sleep hygiene and establishing a sleep schedule, are effective methods in sustaining a healthy, restful state. Learning how to reset your sleep schedule to adopt new and healthy sleep patterns can promote better sleep and prevent the onset of future sleep problems. Incorporating different relaxation techniques for sleep can also aid in soothing the body and mind as you wind down for the night. 

Pharmaceuticals, such as an OTC sleeping pill, can be helpful for some but often come with unwanted side effects such as confusion, dizziness, and excessive daytime drowsiness.⁸ CBD pills for sleep may provide a safe, natural alternative to conventional sleep aids (free from harmful side effects) that can be used alone or to supplement positive sleep habits. 

Cannabidiol: A Brief Introduction

Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of 100+ cannabinoids found in the hemp plant and the dominant cannabinoid of the hemp plant. Cannabinoids are naturally occurring chemical compounds that are thought to regulate how cells communicate and process messages. THC, for example, is widely known for producing intoxicating effects, while CBD is more associated with physical relaxation rather than mental stimulation. 

Ongoing studies suggest that CBD works by engaging various cannabinoid receptors within our endocannabinoid system (ECS) - a complex network of receivers that regulate several essential functions throughout the body, including mood, memory, immune response, and appetite.⁹ When CBD enters your bloodstream, it interacts with the ECS and manufactures its own hemp-like molecules called endocannabinoids.¹⁰ Ultimately, these endocannabinoids bind to various hemp receptors (CB receptors) throughout your body to produce various therapeutic effects. 

CBD Oil As a Sleep Aid

While it may be relatively new to the market, CBD has earned its status as a natural wellness medicinal. An increasing number of consumers are turning to CBD oil to treat epilepsy, support complete body relaxation, help ease the symptoms related to anxiety, relieve muscle pain and inflammation, and promote restorative and restful sleep.¹¹ Initial research suggests that CBD’s role as a sleep aid may be associated with the endocannabinoids’ influence on the CB receptors, proteins, and hormones in your brain that promote sedation.¹² Scientific evidence also shows that CBD may reduce certain REM disorders.-¹³⁻¹⁴ While CBD may not induce sleep directly, it’s thought to minimize key factors that interfere with sleep (such as pain or anxiety) while promoting deep relaxation - which in turn improves the overall quality of rest.¹⁵

Terpenes may also be at the root of CBD’s soothing powers. These aromatic compounds determine the scent and taste of plants and fruits. Terpenes, which are found in hemp and many other plants, are thought to possibly promote a deep sense of calm. Findings suggest that terpenes found in hemp and aromatherapeutic botanicals may work by activating your body’s GABA system.¹⁶⁻¹⁷ Short for Gamma-Aminobutyric acid, the GABA system is a network of organic compounds produced in the brain that facilitate communication between brain cells. GABA is thought to decrease the activity of neurons in the brain and central nervous system and reduce anxiety, alleviate pain, ease tension and support regenerative sleep. 

How our products can help you become more well-rested

Scientific data coupled with anecdotal evidence illustrate the many benefits CBD offers. From inflammation and pain relief to sleep support, its medicinal properties are thought to enhance total mind-body wellness. As a plant-based health supplement, the unique properties of CBD serve to complement and enhance your body’s natural processes. Using CBD as a sleep aid may help you fall asleep faster and may support deep uninterrupted sleep without the potential risks linked to OTC drugs and prescription sleep meds. CBD extract can be found in different forms, including CBD oil, CBD capsule pills, CBD topicals, CBD chocolate, and more.

Highly potent CBD, CBG, CBN, and melatonin infused with terpene-rich botanicals like lemon balm and passionflower sets our Sleep Health Collection apart from the rest. Our high potency offerings include full spectrum CBD oil tinctures and capsules made to deliver full-body relaxation, target restlessness, and may help you sleep through the night - every night. 

When it comes to safe, naturally effective sleep aids, our mindfully crafted CBD sleep products have got you covered. Our comprehensive Product Guide can match you with the ideal delivery method and dosage that best suits your wellness needs. Whether you prefer a CBD gummy, CBD oil capsules, or another specific CBD oil type, we can help you find the perfect CBD product. Our products are risk-free, too. If you’re not completely satisfied, our 90-Day Stress-Free Guarantee assures store credit or a full refund on your purchase. 

Discover our range of CBD products, where you’ll have the opportunity to split your entire order into four interest-free payments with Sezzle. To further accessibility, our Assistance Program offers up to 60% off to veterans, those on long-term disability, and households that qualify as low-income. Visit our online shop today and learn more about our commitment to providing high-quality CBD to those who need it most.

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Sources:

¹ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5312634/

² https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7028792/

³ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK425767/

⁴ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3371734/

⁵ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4604171/

⁶ https://jcannabisresearch.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s42238-021-00061-5

⁷ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28348990/

⁸ https://www.bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog/teach-me/are-over-the-counter-sleep-aids-risky

⁹ https://www.jyi.org/2018-june/2018/6/1/the-endocannabinoid-system-our-universal-regulator

¹⁰ https://cannabis.semel.ucla.edu/endocannabinoid/

¹¹ https://cfah.org/cbd-oil-for-seizures-epilepsy/

¹² https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5877694/

¹³ http://europepmc.org/article/MED/24845114

¹⁴ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24845114/

¹⁵ http://files7.webydo.com/92/9209805/UploadedFiles/5E9EC245-448E-17B2-C7CA-21C6BDC6852D.pdf

¹⁶ https://thesleepdoctor.com/2019/12/03/terpenes-they-are-not-just-in-marijuana-and-they-can-help-with-sleep/

¹⁷https://thesleepdoctor.com/2018/06/19/understanding-gaba/