CBD products

What is the best way to consume CBD?

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If you have recently been reading about the positive effects of CBD, you may want to begin taking CBD but are unsure about the best way to consume it. There is no right or wrong way to consume CBD, it depends on your personal preference. Below we have listed some popular ways to take CBD, to help you decide which method of consumption may be right for you.

1. Oral CBD tincture

Oral CBD tinctures are simple and easy to consume, and many people enjoy taking oral tinctures as they can easily be incorporated into an individual’s diet. To consume tinctures, you simply have to place 2-3 drops of CBD oil on your tongue and not swallow for one minute. If you are struggling to drop the oil on your tongue, you can always begin by adding a few drops of CBD oil to your morning cup of coffee or tea.

2. Edibles

If you like the idea of consuming CBD in the form of a tasty snack, CBD edible gummies may be the right choice for you. CBD edibles are available in a range of tasty gummies so you simply need to choose which sweet sounds the most appealing and consume 1-2 edibles a day, or as many as required.

3. Topical products

If you’re considering taking CBD for its physical effects, rather than to improve your mental wellbeing, you may wish to consider topical CBD products. For example, a CBD massage balm can be used to rub CBD oil on your body to soothe aching muscles and joints. CBD lip balm is particularly popular as CBD has anti-inflammatory properties and has been known to soothe dry skin and chapped lips.

Interested in trying one of the above CBD products? Contact ACE CBD today!

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Could CBD Help You Cope During Lockdown?

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With the country’s lockdown restrictions continuing, many people have found they are struggling to adapt. Those already suffering from depression, anxiety and panic disorders have been hardest hit, but there’s evidence that many people with no previous mental health conditions are also finding it hard to cope with the emotional strain. That’s where CBD products could play a part.

Could CBD help you cope?

CBD has been proven to lower feelings of stress and anxiety, and more and more people are now using it to help with a range of mental and physical conditions. Thanks to its anxiety-reducing effects, CBD really could be the minor miracle many people are looking for as they struggle to cope with the stress of national lockdown.

Trials beginning to take place in humans have already shown that cannabinoid supplements lower feelings of stress, and could be effective in treating a range of mental health issues. Products such as CBD e-liquids and CBD edibles promote the healing properties of cannabis without giving the ‘high’ people attach so much stigma to, making them perfectly safe to use at home.

Is CBD right for you at the moment?

This is a particularly challenging time, unprecedented in the UK’s history. Lockdown is causing many more people to suffer emotionally and that means many are looking for safe and convenient ways to reduce feelings of depression, stress and anxiety. The vast majority would respond well to CBD and see the benefits, so it’s an option worth considering.

CBD products come in all different forms, so it’s simply a case of finding the right supplement for you. As well as e-liquids and edibles, you can take oral CBD tinctures and topical CBD. It’s simply a case of finding what you’re most comfortable with.

If you think CBD products might be able to help you, then we have the widest range to be found anywhere. Simply browse our online catalogue or get in touch today for further advice and guidance.

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CBD and pain relief

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Many people who suffer from pain are looking for alternatives to taking pain relief every day to avoid unwanted side effects. Instead, they are turning to natural alternatives to traditional drugs which can have nasty side effects.

CBD or cannabidiol is a chemical that occurs naturally in cannabis plants. It is not psychoactive so doesn’t produce a “high”, but is believed to have many benefits for a range of conditions. Let’s take a look at how it may be used to relieve different types of pain.

Arthritis

CBD is used by many sufferers of arthritis to help reduce swelling and relieve pain. A 2016 study carried out on rats found that a daily dose had long-lasting pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects. People who use CBD for pain relief can take it in the form of oral CBD tinctures and CBD edibles, or apply topical CBD directly onto the site of pain.

Headaches

Chronic headaches and migraines can be debilitating for many, but CBD may be a viable alternative to taking pills to treat them. While more research needs to be done specifically linking headache relief with CBD, there are some indications that CBD products can provide an alternative to addictive drugs such as opioids. A study in 2009 concluded that CBD could provide relief taken alongside analgesic (pain-relieving) drugs, or when it’s not an option to take opioids.

Chronic pain

If you’re unfortunate enough to suffer from chronic pain, you will be interested to know that CBD products are believed to ease its symptoms. A review carried out in 2018 concluded that CBD could provide a new, alternative therapy for chronic pain patients. It suggested that while more studies were needed to verify the link between CBD and pain relief, it could open up new therapies for anyone suffering from chronic pain.

Ace CBD stocks a range of quality CBD products. Browse our website to know more about our different products including oral CBD tinctures, CBD edibles and topical CBD.

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Can CBD help with depression?

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Effects of CBD products for mental health

Over the years, the clinical utility of CBD (Cannabidiol) has gained rapid interest, and it’s mental health benefits have also been explored. CBD and CBD products have been shown to alleviate depressive symptoms.

While we’ve already written about how people are using CBD products to successfully manage their anxiety, CBD products might also help with managing symptoms of depression, cognitive impairment and chronic pain.

How does CBD help with depression?

Firstly, there are a lot of causes that can contribute to depression or depressive symptoms – some of them are psychological, but many of them are also neurophysiological. CBD has been demonstrated to have a positive effect on serotonin receptors in the brain. Serotonin, while its range of functions is complex, is a neurotransmitter that directly links with a person’s feelings of well-being. For example, a person with lower serotonin levels is much more likely to be afflicted with depression.

While CBD edibles or e-liquids don’t increase serotonin levels, they can potentially have positive effects on how receptors in the brain react to serotonin and other neurotransmitters.

Benefits of CBD products over traditional antidepressants

Antidepressants such as SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors), have been widely documented to help treat depressive disorders but can take several weeks before they start having a noticeable impact on a person’s mood due to the way they affect brain chemistry.

CBD can be consumed in a variety of ways, whether that’s in the form of oral CBD tinctures or CBD edibles. When administered, these have been shown to work much faster than traditional antidepressant medication. Additionally, CBD oils or products lack the range of unpleasant side effects that many antidepressants have. Some noticeable side effects of antidepressants can include fatigue, unstable mood, and insomnia.

Explore our range of CBD edibles, CBD e-liquids and more at Ace CBD today.

Can CBD products really help with anxiety?

Can CBD products really help with anxiety?

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Whether it’s office politics, gridlocked transport and the ever-rising cost of living, the demands of modern life can make us feel constantly anxious. For some people, that stress can develop into a full-blown anxiety disorder. When conventional treatments for anxiety disorder fail to help, many people are turning to CBD products.

Why we get anxious Genetics can play a part. Tiny differences in our hormones and neurotransmitters can make a dramatic difference in how we respond to and handle stress. Lifestyle also plays a part, with things like our diet and environmental toxins all impacting on our anxiety levels.

Our brain is trained to feel anxious If you live in a high-stress environment, your brain will adapt to perceive more threats. The brain’s structure and chemistry are changed. Even when that stress is removed, the anxiety will remain until the brain has reconfigured. Some people live with high levels of anxiety all their lives.

Can CBD products really help? There are thousands of glowing testimonials offered by people who have used CBD products such as CBD e-liquids to help them manage their anxiety. A recent review of 32 different studies in rodents found that only one didn’t show lowered levels of stress when treated with CBD products. 

How it works Studies seem to be suggesting that CBD helps to counteract anxiety by helping to stimulate neurotransmitter systems. It could help with the brain’s uptake of serotonin by binding to a receptor called 5-HT1A, which is believed to play the strongest role in anxiety disorders. An anxiety disorder drug known as buspirone binds to the same receptor. Emerging studies, as well as anecdotal evidence, does suggest that CBD liquids, CBD edibles, oral CBD tinctures, CBD e liquids and topical CBD could play a part in an integrated approach to overcoming anxiety disorders.

The benefits of CBD

The benefits of CBD

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Cannabidiol, or CBD, has fast been making a name for itself in recent times as an alternative treatment to combat a wide range of ailments. With CBD products ranging from oral CBD tinctures to CBD edibles and CBD e-liquids, there’s never been an easier way to introduce this much-touted product into your life. Although there are reported benefits to CBD, we would never advocate the use of CBD products as a replacement for traditional or prescribed treatment or medicines. Additionally, you should always seek advice from a medical professional before commencing any new form of treatment. But, just how can CBD help you?

Pain reduction
Advocates of CBD claim that it can help to reduce symptoms of pain, especially pain associated with joints and muscles. In particular, topical CBD products, such as lotions can be applied to painful areas to reduce inflammation. The anti-inflammatory effects of CBD may also relieve skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis.

Tackle anxiety
One of the most frequently mentioned benefits of CBD is that it can help to ease symptoms in those who suffer from anxiety. In fact, one study found that those who were given CBD before presenting a talk experienced reduced anxiety compared to those who were given a placebo. There’s also a growing body of evidence to suggest that CBD products may prove useful for those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and depression. CBD is also associated with improved sleep.

Treat neurological conditions
CBD is making waves as a potential treatment for tackling a wide range of neurological conditions, including epilepsy, MS and even Alzheimer’s disease. While research is still ongoing, the results look promising. Products containing CBD have already been approved for some forms of epilepsy.

Whether you opt for CBD-e liquids, edibles, tinctures or other CBD products, always purchase quality products from a reputable source, such as ACE CBD.