What is CBD and how does it work?
To understand how CBD helps you manage stress and stress, it is important to understand more about CBD and how it works.
CBD is an organic compound found in the essential oil of the hemp plant. It is called a cannabinoid because it comes from cannabis and hemp plants, but it is essentially a terpene. Terpenes are found in most plants and give plants their unique aroma, flavor, and color. Our bodies use these terpenes as neurotransmitters — the messengers that help cells (and even whole body systems!) communicate with another.
This messaging system within your body that uses CBD and terpenes is called your endocannabinoid system. Its job is to start and stop the processes that your body needs for healthy functioning. For example, it may kick your immune system into gear to fight a virus, but it also tells it to calm down when the intruder is defeated. It sends messages to reduce inflammation in your gut as well as ease discomfort in a swollen finger. It is responsible for the healthy functioning of many body systems and CBD is one of its most effective messengers
CBD is one of your endocannabinoid systems most effective messengers because it connects with over 65 cellular receptors. Some of those receptors are key to calming stress and stress.
How does CBD help you calm your stress?
CBD works with serotonin receptors in a similar way to prescription serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Prozac or Celexa. It binds with these receptors in order to increase the availability of the serotonin the body naturally produces. The result is reduced stress and stress and a better overall mood.
Brazilian researches did a double-blind study of patients suffering from generalized social stress. After consuming CBD, participants reported a significant decrease in stress. These results were supported by brain scans that showed blood flow within the brain consistent with an anti-stress effect.
In another study, researchers had patients suffering from an stress disorder perform a simulated public speaking test after taking CBD. Participants reported significantly less stress and these reports were supported by stress indicators like blood pressure and heart rate. Other studies have shown CBD to be effective for stress-related stress and stress response to events.
How do essential oils make RELAX CBD more effective?
If you are buying a plain old bottle of CBD, you aren’t getting the most for your money. Why? Studies show that when CBD is used as an isolated compound, it isn’t nearly as effective as when it is combined with other terpenes that work alongside the CBD. This is called the Entourage Effect.
For our RELAX CBD products, we have selected essential oils comprised of terpenes that are known to work with CBD to help calm the nervous system. The result is a greater sense of calm than you will get with just a plain bottle of CBD. For example, the terpene Limonene is known for its anti-stress effects. It increases levels of dopamine and serotonin. Studies have also shown that the terpene Linalool has antidepressant and calming effects. The essential oils in our Relax CBD Oil make the CBD even more effective.
Essential Oils in RELAX CBD
Organic Grapefruit Essential Oil — Contains the terpene Limonene that enhances CBD’s ability to relieve stress and elevate mood.
Organic Orange Essential Oil — Contains the terpene Limonene that enhances CBD’s ability to relieve stress and elevate mood.
Organic Ylang Ylang Essential Oil — Contains the terpenes Linalool and Beta Caryophyllene, both of which are known to relieve stress and stress.
Organic Clary Sage Essential OIl — Contains the terpenes Linalool and Terpinolene, both of which are known to relieve stress and stress.
Anastasia Filipenko is a health and wellness psychologist, dermatolist and a freelance writer. She frequently covers beauty and skincare, food trends and nutrition, health and fitness and relationships. When she’s not trying out new skincare products, you’ll find her taking a cycling class, doing yoga, reading in the park, or trying a new recipe.
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