Need to Catch Some More ZZZs? Try CBD for a Good Night’s Sleep
Are you in debt? We’re not talking financial debt, though—we’re talking about sleep debt. If you’re not getting seven to nine hours of sleep each night, you’re not alone—about 70% of U.S. adults don’t get enough rest at least one night every month. It’s so frustrating to toss and turn in the middle of the night, and that frustration makes it even harder to go to sleep. And lack of sleep isn’t good—it makes you feel sluggish in the short term, and increases your risk for problems like diabetes and heart disease in the long term. Relaxation can help. It sets the stage for successful sleep, and CBD is a great tool you can use to de-stress and unwind.
The ABCs of CBD
CBD is short for cannabidiol. That’s one of the two main components of cannabis. (The other is tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, which is the compound that’s responsible for marijuana’s high.)
CBD is legal, mainly because it doesn’t carry the same risks of dependency as THC. Consequently, it’s available in many places and in many forms. CBD comes in pills, tinctures, edibles, creams, gels, and so much more. It’s got a variety of uses, for everything from easing pain to clearing up acne breakouts. However, one of the most popular reasons people use CBD is for stress relief.
CBD and Sleep
The ability to relieve tension and melt away stress makes CBD an ideal choice for people who want a natural solution to their sleep issues. CBD influences serotonin, a neurotransmitter in the brain that’s associated with mental health. Low serotonin levels may be linked to anxiety; CBD may help keep serotonin levels balanced to promote a sense of peaceful well-being.
Research indicates CBD has beneficial effects on your sleep habits. One small study found that participants improved the quality of their sleep with CBD over the course of a month. (That same study also noted a decrease in anxiety.) Another study found CBD had the potential to relieve insomnia and improve daytime sleepiness and REM-based sleep disorders.
How to Try CBD for Sleep
Firefly offers CBD products from Charlotte’s Web. I like this brand, not only for its product quality and effectiveness but also because it has a mission to empower people to feel good and take care of themselves, which is what we also do here at Firefly!
Come in and check out our stock of CBD products, which come with melatonin for better sleep or without for a quick way to bring calm to your day. We can take the stress out of making a selection and help you find the product that will give you the best results. While you’re at it, book a massage with a CBD oil add-on to feel fantastic all-over muscle release and relaxation!
Don’t lose sleep over sleep issues. Try CBD as a natural way to get the rest your body and mind need to feel great. Come to Firefly and learn more about the CBD products we carry.
