CBD & Sleep Benefits, Risks And More

How Do These CBD Products Help With Sleep?

The exact mechanism by which CBD may help with sleep is not fully understood. However, it is thought to interact with the body's endocannabinoid system, which plays a role in regulating the sleep-wake cycle. CBD may help to reduce anxiety and improve relaxation, which in turn can promote better sleep. Additionally, some research suggests that CBD may increase the levels of certain neurotransmitters, such as GABA, which are involved in promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety. However, more research is needed to fully understand the effects of CBD on sleep and how it may be used as a sleep aid.

CBD may have several potential benefits for sleep, including:

1. Reducing anxiety: CBD has been shown to have anxiety-reducing effects, which can promote a more relaxed state and, therefore, improve sleep.
2. Improving sleep quality: Some research suggests that CBD may improve sleep quality by reducing the time it takes to fall asleep, increasing the duration of sleep, and reducing the number of awakenings during the night. Please note that it is not true that CBD can replace a prescription sleeping tablet. However, it can help to avoid the side effects normally associated with the long-term use of sleeping tablets.
3. Relieving pain and discomfort: CBD has pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to alleviate pain and discomfort that can interfere with sleep.
4. Regulating the sleep-wake cycle: CBD may interact with the body's endocannabinoid system, which regulates the sleep-wake cycle, and help to maintain a healthy sleep schedule.

It is important to note that more research is needed to fully understand the effects of CBD on sleep, and the quality of the available studies is generally low. The use of CBD is not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the equivalent European Medicines Agency (EMA). Consult with a healthcare professional before using CBD to help with sleep.

CBD Oil:

CBD oils can be taken in drop form or placed under the tongue, or the water-soluble versions can be mixed into food and drinks creams and lotion capsules and tablets: these are swallowed like a standard tablet and can be convenient for people patches: In oil or Water-Soluble format, can be applied to the skin and release CBD directly onto the surface of the skin. 

Here are some of our products:

1: Super high 25MG CBD Gummies, vegan friendly with a mixed fruit taste.

2: Full & Broad Spectrum Hemp Extract CBD Oil

3: Dark or Cashew CBD Chocolate Bars with 35mg of CBD

4: CBD SoftGels with Melatonin

5: Eden Aromata High Enterage Super Strong Aromatic Balm Salve 

The Endocannabinoid System and Sleep

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex system of receptors and neurotransmitters that plays a role in regulating many physiological processes, including sleep. The ECS is responsible for maintaining balance, or homeostasis, in the body and modulating responses to stress and other stimulations.

Studies suggest that the ECS plays a role in regulating the sleep-wake cycle by controlling the release of neurotransmitters involved in promoting wakefulness and suppressing the release of neurotransmitters involved in promoting sleep.

CBD, a compound found in hemp and marijuana plants, is thought to interact with the ECS and modulate the release of neurotransmitters, potentially helping to regulate the sleep-wake cycle and improve sleep. However, more research is needed to fully understand the effects of CBD on the ECS and sleep, and the quality of available studies is generally low.

What Are the Potential Risks?  

While CBD is generally considered safe, there are some potential risks associated with using CBD to help with sleep:

1. Quality and purity: The quality and purity of many CBD products on the market may be questionable, as the use of CBD is not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It's important to purchase CBD products from a reputable source and check for third-party lab testing to ensure quality and purity.
2. Drug interactions: CBD can interact with certain medications, including antidepressants, antipsychotics, and blood thinners. It's important to discuss the use of CBD with a healthcare professional if you are taking any medications.
3. Side effects: Some people may experience side effects from using high quantities of CBD, including fatigue, changes in appetite, and diarrhea. These side effects are generally mild and go away on their own, but in some cases, they may be more severe and persistent, and therefore you should stop consumption and ask your medical practitioner.
4. Dependence: Long-term use of CBD may lead to dependence and withdrawal symptoms if discontinued abruptly. It is important to use CBD responsibly and under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

Will CBD for Sleep Make You Drowsy or High?

CBD is a non-psychoactive compound found in hemp and marijuana plants and will not make you drowsy or high in the traditional sense. Unlike THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana, CBD does not produce the "high" that is associated with marijuana use.

While some people may experience drowsiness as a side effect of using CBD, this is generally not the case for most people. In fact, some research suggests that CBD may have the opposite effect and increase wakefulness, although more research is needed to fully understand the effects of CBD on sleep.

It's important to note that the effects of CBD can vary greatly depending on the quality and purity of the product, the dose, and individual factors such as age, weight, and medical history.