What’s The Best CBD Product For You?

from Irwin Naturals

A couple years ago, you’d probably never heard of CBD before. Now, it’s hard to go to a grocery store, gas station, or pharmacy without seeing a wide variety of CBD products – from lotions and gummies to tinctures and teas – stacked up at the checkout register next to tabloids and chewing gum. But what is CBD exactly?

Short for cannabidiol, CBD is one of the primary chemical compounds (cannabinoids) found in the cannabis plant and is most-commonly derived from hemp for consumer use. Cannabinoids are naturally produced in our bodies. They act on the endocannabinoid system, which regulates pain, mood, memory, stress-response, immune function, sleep, appetite and a host of other things. Supplementing with CBD, a plant-based cannabinoid, may have a beneficial impact on this system. While CBD may have beneficial effects on the endocannabinoid system, it does not produce the psychoactive effect or “high” typically associated with its cousin, THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). CBD is available in several different delivery formats. This allows people to tailor their method of use to their specific need. So, how do you know which CBD products may be right for you? Let’s review the most common types of products.

LIQUID SOFT-GELS

CBD Liquid Soft-Gels use a delivery method no different than other vitamin or supplement capsules you may already take. They are soft-gels filled with full-spectrum hemp extract, which are swallowed and absorbed through digestion. And because of the specific amount of CBD in each capsule, you never have to worry about measuring dosage. All you need is a beverage to wash down your CBD Soft-Gel and you’re on your way. This makes CBD Liquid Soft-Gels one of the easiest ways to consume CBD. One of the benefits of taking a CBD Supplement is that there’s no hemp taste and the soft-gels are easy to swallow.

Additionally, Irwin Naturals has a variety of soft-gels that include CBD as well as other vitamins, minerals, botanicals and other nutrients, so you can supplement all in one. With over 15 different CBD soft-gels products, there is sure to be something right for everyone.

TOPICALS

Ingesting CBD isn’t the only way to enjoy CBD. CBD topicals include products you apply directly to your skin, hair, or scalp. Ranging from CBD balm and body lotions to scalp serums and facial moisturizers, these products are absorbed through the skin and are frequently used to target specific areas of the body.

“It’s easy to forget that the skin is one of the largest organs of the body and is a highly active one at that. Within the skin tissue exists a hustling and bustling environment populated by hair follicles, sensory nerves, and of course — endocannabinoid receptors,” said Dr. Elijah McCarthy, Product Formulator at Irwin Naturals. “Because there are so many endocannabinoid receptors in the skin, many consumers have found that topical application of CBD works best for them. When tested with our employees, our light lemongrass scent and non-sticky formula received enthusiastic feedback.”

Irwin Naturals balms come in 250mg, 500mg, and 1000mg strengths.

OILS

CBD oils are readily absorbed and typically come in liquid form. They are often ingested as tinctures, which can be consumed directly into the mouth, –people even often love to add a little to their morning coffee or afternoon tea routines. This liquid product usually comes in a small bottle with a dropper, so if you’re looking for the convenience and flexibility of adjusting your own dosage, CBD oils may the best choice for you.

Irwin Naturals has a wide variety of oils, in two different concentrations, 250mg and 1000mg, and 5 different flavors, including Unflavored, Peppermint, Chocolate Mint, Lemon and Tangerine.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Adding a little CBD to your favorite treat is becoming very popular, and is the perfect way for those who want a fun twist on taking CBD. These products are created by infusing CBD into a wide variety of food and drink products. Commonly these products come in the form of chocolate, nut butters, juices, and more. They are absorbed into the body through digestion and are among the most portable, discrete, and tasty ways to consume CBD.

When buying CBD in a food or beverage, taste and flavor are paramount – FloChi has delicious, artisanal products in a variety of categories.

Which CBD form is best for you?

When it comes to determining which CBD product is right for you, there are many different forms to choose from. Ultimately, it depends on your own needs – do you want topical or ingestible? Do you want just CBD or do you want CBD in a food or beverage? Is flavor important to you?

No matter which form you choose, you will want to choose a brand that uses 3^rd party laboratories to test the potency and purity of their products. Irwin Naturals, HydroCanna, FloChi and Love My Pet all use 3^rd party laboratories to test their products. In fact, the testing results for each batch of products is available online for consumers to view.