The CBD market has grown exponentially in the last decade, and its products have taken over the wellness industry. As the market expands, more players are coming into the game so you’re now spoiled with hundreds of products to choose from.
Despite its popularity, some questions still linger in the wellness community: do these products work as well as they claimed? If they do, how can we tell the good ones from the ones with false advertising?
Read on as we dive deeper into what CBD is, how it works, and how you can choose the best CBD products in the market. We’ll also give you some product recommendations at the end to get you started in your CBD journey.
What is CBD and the Science Behind the New Wellness Craze
CBD or cannabidiol products are gaining traction, valued at US$ 7.71 billion, and are expected to grow in the coming years. CBD is derived from cannabis plants as one of its 100 cannabinoids. Another familiar term you might come across is THC or tetrahydrocannabinol, another type of cannabinoid present in hemp plants. Both are active compounds that can affect your body, but CBD doesn’t result in a “high” like THC. That’s why CBD is easier to find than THC, as it has health benefits without being psychoactive.
Numerous studies have been done to analyze the efficacy of CBD products, and science has found that it has potential medicinal benefits. CBD reacts with the body through interactions with the endocannabinoid system or ECS, a complex cell signaling system that has a role in regulating sleep, healing, mood, appetite, and memory. These are the components of the endocannabinoid system:
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