{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/insomnia/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_3820-markdown","title":"The Best CBN Cannabis Gummy is 'Sleep' by Dosist","slug":"the-best-cbn-cannabis-gummy-is-sleep-by-dosist","content":"As this tumultuous year comes to an end, I've found myself wishing for one necessity (over anything else) — a good night's sleep. Some nightsI can't slow my mind enough to fall asleep at all. Other nights I find myself waking up multiple times, and I toss and turn throughout the night in either case. \n\n### Sleep is Essential for Good Health\n\n![Sleep is necessary for good health](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_05_at_4_19_17_PM_c8e5646e7f.png)\n\n \nI know for sure that sleep is essential for my overall health.  According to [My Health Finder](https://health.gov/myhealthfinder/topics/everyday-healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships/get-enough-sleep), sleep helps us:\n\n- Get sick less often.\n- Stay at a healthy weight.\n- Lower risk for serious health problems, like diabetes and heart disease.\n- Reduce stress and improve mood.\n- Think more clearly and do better in school and at work.\n- Get along better with people.\n\nI've searched far and wide for medicines and natural alternatives that can deliver a restful slumber. Ultimately, I've landed on [cannabis as the frontrunner](https://hellomd.com/articles/weed-and-sleep-5-things-to-know-about-your-cannabis-nightcap). The problem is that not all cannabis products are created equal. Some claim to make you sleepy but actually leave you too \"high\" and anxious to be of any help. \n\n### CBN in Cannabis Can Help You Sleep Better\n\nLuckily, science has come to the rescue. Modern scientists are uncovering ideal properties within the cannabis plant that are associated with different health benefits. [One such property is the cannabinoid called CBN](https://hellomd.com/articles/beyond-thc-and-cbd-what-you-need-to-know-about-cbc-cbn-and-cbg), which is being hailed as the most sedative cannabinoid. \n\n![The cannabinoid CBN is found in cannabis and will help you sleep better](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_05_at_4_20_42_PM_2e188ec199.png)\n\nCBN also [tames the psychoactive effects](https://hellomd.com/articles/the-cbn-cannabinoid-affects-your-health) that are typically associated with THC. So you get the best of both worlds when combining the two; great sleep, and a less intense \"high\" feeling. \n\n### Cannabis Brand Dosist Focuses on Sleep\n\nThis brings me to the cannabis brand [Dosist](https://dosist.com/). Previously I purchased their [sleep vape pen](https://hellomd.com/articles/want-to-fall-asleep-get-the-sleep-vape-pen-by-dosist) and was very impressed with the overall effect. I noticed that [they also sell gummies](https://dosist.com/edibles), and as a runner, I thought it could be nice to give my lungs a bit of a rest. \n\nIn terms of credentials, Dosist has no shortage of great media. Fast Company named Dosist as one of [2018's Top 10 Most Innovative Companies](https://www.fastcompany.com/company/dosist) in the health sector. In 2019, LinkedIn named Dosist as the [#2 Top Startup](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/linkedin-top-startups-2019-50-hottest-us-companies-work-jessi-hempel/) on the top 50 list of hottest U.S. companies to work for.\n\n### Review of the Dosist 'Sleep' Cannabis Gummy\n\n![The Sleep gummy by Dosist contains CBN](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_05_at_4_10_03_PM_723c4a8d8d.png)\n\nWhen Dosist decided to do a gummy, they wanted to elevate beyond the standard edibles that we see in marijuana dispensaries. Their team worked to make a plant-based product with clean ingredients and enticing fruit flavors. Their gummies are also gluten-free and vegan — two diets that I adhere to strictly. \n\nBut what ultimately pushed me to purchase a package of Dosist's edible gummies was their [Sleep Blackberry Lavender](https://dosist.com/edibles) option. Just the sleek packaging and deep purple hue in the image on Dosist's website was enough to appear top-notch. They're described as a slumber-inducing gummy blended with a perfect mix of THC to CBN in a 5 to 1 ratio. I know CBN promotes sleep, among other health benefits, so I decided to order a $21 tin of gummies from their [online shop](https://shop.dosist.com/product/sleep-blackberry-lavender).\n\nJust a side note, Dosist also offers a [Sleep gummy that has a 10 to 1 ratio](https://www.dosisthealth.com/collections/sleep) of CBD to CBN too.\n\n![The Sleep gummy by Dosist contains CBN](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_05_at_4_10_52_PM_66543c4239.png)\n\n[Dosist's website](https://dosist.com/) captures the modern appeal of the Sleep product. The edibles come in a round package and look like little purple sugar cubes. I waited until I was winding down for bed and popped one in my mouth while reading a chapter of my book. If you're unfamiliar with the taste of lavender, it's just as pleasant and calming as it smells. Coupled with the sweet, tart blackberry flavor, I found myself savoring this gummy. \n\nI went back to reading with a hint of lavender still wavering on my tongue. Within 10 minutes, my eyelids began to close, and my head nodded back a bit. I felt a gentle floating sensation. So I set my book down, flicked off the lamp next to me, and let my eyes close. Eight hours later, I woke up refreshed and ready for the day. We all know it's rare to find a product that does what it says it will.  \n\n![The Sleep gummy by Dosist contains CBN](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_05_at_4_12_51_PM_21ba7c1ec4.png)\n \nDosist has given me what no other product, cannabis-related or not, could offer. There's not a more definitive way of describing Dosist's sleep gummies aside from saying that these edibles are cubes of relaxation. They're fast-acting, they taste great, and they actually help you sleep. It's simple and they live up to their promise. \n\n### Where to Purchase Dosist's 'Sleep' Blackberry Lavender Gummy\n\nFor now, you're going to have to be in California to buy Dosist's gummies. But don't be discouraged if you're not. You can [subscribe to stay in touch with Dosist](https://dosist.com/stay-in-touch) and be the first to know when their products become available in your area. Dosist offers its edibles through retailers across Los Angeles, Southern and Northern California, and the Central Coast. You can check on the exact locations via [Dosist's website](https://dosist.com/find-dosist).\n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\nIt's easy to get your medical document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/get-started). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed practitioner and start purchasing medical cannabis today.\n\nArticle image by photographer [Sarah Chorey](https://www.sarahchorey.com/contact) in [7x7 magazine](https://www.7x7.com/dosist-cannabis-gummies-better-than-booze-2651378241.html)\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.6528925619834711,"src":"/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/ee604/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.png","srcSet":"/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/69585/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.png 200w,\n/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/497c6/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.png 400w,\n/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/ee604/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.png 800w,\n/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/f3583/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.png 1200w,\n/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/0c5bf/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.png 1480w","srcWebp":"/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/58556/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/61e93/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.webp 200w,\n/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/1f5c5/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.webp 400w,\n/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/58556/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.webp 800w,\n/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/99238/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.webp 1200w,\n/static/ccb3900310d906d1a68126d0d8c8f247/42d7a/338604128f1cf6add1893c01087a1794.webp 1480w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3819-markdown","title":"The 5 Best Cannabis Products for Sleep in Missouri ","slug":"the-5-best-cannabis-products-for-sleep-in-missouri","content":"Sleep disorders [can affect anyone at any age](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/sleep-facts-statistics), even children. Whether you're having a few sleepless nights or a chronic struggle to get the recommended seven-plus hours of steady sleep, insomnia can disrupt daily life and contribute to long-term health issues. Standard treatments for insomnia include holistic remedies, lifestyle changes, and a variety of prescription and over-the-counter sleep medications.\n\n![What does healthy sleep look like?](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_6_12_47_PM_108495d9b6.png)\n\nNow, a growing body of research reveals that cannabis can offer safe and effective relief from insomnia without the side effects of common sleep medications. And today, adults in Missouri with a qualifying medical condition can choose from a variety of quality cannabis products designed to promote a good night's sleep.\n\n### Insomnia is a Common Problem \n\nInsomnia is a broad term that describes a persistent problem with falling asleep or staying asleep. It's one of several recognized sleep disorders, and because it has many causes, it can be difficult to treat. [Common causes of insomnia](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/insomnia/what-causes-insomnia) include:\n\n- Chronic pain\n- Anxiety\n- Depression\n- Medication\n- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)\n- Shift work or other causes of irregular and interrupted sleep schedules\n- Foods and beverages\n- Lifestyle factors - such as distracting surroundings or habits \n\nFor many people, lifestyle changes that promote better conditions for sleep can resolve simple insomnia, and so can adopting healthier routines that include changes in diet and drinking habits. But some of the most common contributors to insomnia may call for other interventions.\n\n![Cannabis can help you sleep better.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_7_07_01_PM_caace57c88.png)\n\n\nChronic pain from conditions such as arthritis, migraine, and cancer can cause nighttime discomforts that interfere with sleep. Anxiety also contributes to sleeplessness, and it's on the rise thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. Rates of depression and other mental health issues are rising in the US and worldwide, which can also contribute to disrupted sleep.\n\nPeople with Insomnia can turn to a variety of non-prescription sleep aids or get a prescription for pharmaceuticals. These medications can have side effects that range from dizziness and a \"hungover\" feeling to engaging in sleepwalking and other daytime activities such as driving while under the influence of sleep medication. \n\n![Sweet Chem flower is a relaxing Indica](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_11_59_48_AM_90d80c94aa.png)\n\nA more natural approach to alleviating sleepless nights is the use of cannabis. The many compounds and terpenes in [cannabis work with the body's regulatory systems](https://hellomd.com/articles/5-sleep-disorders-cannabis-can-help-alleviate) to relieve pain, anxiety, and other issues that may interfere with sleep. Plus, cannabis does not have the same unwanted side effects that other sleep medications are known to create.\n\n### Cannabis: A Natural Sleep Aid\n\nIn addition to helping people sleep better, cannabis has many [science-backed health benefits](https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/medical-marijuana-faq). Cannabis contains more than a hundred known cannabinoids that work with the body's endocannabinoid system or ECS. The ECS is an extensive network of cell receptors that respond similarly to the natural cannabinoid chemicals our body produces and those produced by plant sources such as cannabis.\n\n![Vaping cannabis may help you sleep better.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_7_08_39_PM_7669193817.png)\n\nThe endocannabinoid system plays a significant role in keeping the body's many subsystems in balance and moderating brain pathways related to mood and pain signaling. Cannabis cannabinoids such as THC (delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol), along with many other compounds and terpenes, affect ECS receptors throughout the body and brain to provide pain relief and promote feelings of calm and relaxation. In that way, cannabis [can make it easier to get and stay asleep](https://hellomd.com/articles/finding-relief-from-insomnia-with-cannabis) without the risks and side effects of popular sleep aids.  \n\n![Your cannabis can contain THC which can turn into CBN over time.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_6_29_36_PM_05e85fb683.png)\n\nCannabis products for sleep come in various forms for smoking, vaping, or consuming, so there's an option for everyone in Missouri with a valid medical cannabis card.\n\n### Medical Cannabis is Legal in Missouri\n\nCannabis [became legal in Missouri](https://www.mpp.org/states/missouri/) for medical use in 2018, so adults can now visit dispensaries throughout the state with a valid medical card. Although recreational use was decriminalized in 2014, it remains illegal. \n\nFor now, anyone with a card can choose from a variety of quality cannabis products designed to support restful sleep. \n\nHere are five options for cannabis products in Missouri that help people get a good night's sleep.\n\n[Amend Sleep 2:1 Tablets](https://www.3rdstreetdispensary.shop/stores/3rd-street-dispensary/product/amend-sleep-2-1-tablets-110mg)\nAmend Sleep 2:1 tablets from Beleaf Medical support relaxation and healthy sleep with a high CBD formulation that also contains sleep-supporting melatonin. These tablets contain twice as much CBD as THC, which helps to regulate sleep cycles and reduce anxiety that interferes with sleep.  \n\n### Soothe 1:20 RATIO Vape Pen\n\n![Soothe 1:20 RATIO Vape Pen](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_04_at_2_38_15_PM_3b079e9364.png)\n\n\n[Soothe 1:20 RATIO Vape Pen](https://www.3rdstreetdispensary.shop/stores/3rd-street-dispensary/product/soothe-1-20-ratio-vape-pen)\nVaping can be a healthier alternative to smoking cannabis, and RATIO vape pens are dose-controlled, which makes it easy to get the right amount every time. The Soothe 1:20 RATIO vape pen from New Growth Horizon contains a high-CBD, low THC blend that supports relaxation and reduces anxiety for better sleep.\n\n### Rural Route CBD Tincture\n\n![Rural Route CBD Oil](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_04_at_2_36_58_PM_ffda54e106.png)\n\n\n[Rural Route CBD Tincture](https://www.clovrdispensary.com/browse)\nTinctures absorb quickly under the tongue and are fast acting. They can also be added to foods and beverages. With 1500 mg of soothing CBD, the Rural Route CBD tincture also contains a blend of other cannabinoids, plus organic mint extract for a full spectrum tincture that can ease pain and relieve the anxiety that can cause insomnia.\n\n### Care by Design 2:1 Tincture\n\n![Care By Design 2:1 CBD & THC tincture](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_04_at_2_35_29_PM_8d0a3dcdd0.png)\n\n\n[Care by Design 2:1 Tincture](https://www.clovrdispensary.com/browse)\nCare by Design's 2:1 tincture contains 300 mg of CBD to 150 mg of THC – a combination that supports relaxation and eases chronic pain. This Care by Design tincture is sugar and additive-free and contains additional minor cannabinoids for natural sleep support.\n\n### Wana Blueberry Sour Gummies\n\n![Wana Blueberry Sour Gummies](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_04_at_2_34_20_PM_bc8328e90e.png)\n\n[Wana Blueberry Sour Gummies](https://www.wanabrands.com/product/blueberry-indica-il-med/) are an indica edible gummy may do the trick for getting a good night's sleep. These not-too-sweet, not-too-tart gummies are infused with an indica distillate to promote feelings of relaxation and calm. They don't melt in intense heat and are full of 30+ terpenes. Taken an hour before bedtime, you may get your Zzzz's sooner rather than later.\n\nAbout one in ten Americans experience insomnia that interferes with daily life, and the number rises with age. Because it works with the body's systems, cannabis can support sleep safely and naturally, without the side effects of common sleep aids. Now, Missouri residents with a valid medical cannabis card can choose from various quality cannabis products for getting a good night's sleep.\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.7699115044247788,"src":"/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/14b42/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg","srcSet":"/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/f836f/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 200w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/2244e/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 400w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/14b42/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 800w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/47498/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 1200w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/0e329/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 1600w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/3ee49/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 5440w","srcWebp":"/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/58556/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/61e93/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 200w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/1f5c5/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 400w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/58556/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 800w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/99238/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 1200w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/7c22d/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 1600w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/c1b7c/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 5440w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3818-markdown","title":"The 5 Best Cannabis Products for Sleep in Pennsylvania","slug":"the-5-best-cannabis-products-for-sleep-in-pennsylvania","content":"A good night’s sleep is key to good health. But although experts recommend getting at least seven hours of sleep every night, [more than a third of Americans are missing out](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/sleep-facts-statistics). Insomnia and other sleep disorders contribute to daytime sleepiness and poor concentration. Some research suggests these problems might also play a part in developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. \n\nThere are various solutions for treating sleep disorders. They range from [holistic remedies](https://hellomd.com/articles/a-holistic-approach-to-alleviating-insomnia) like herbal teas and meditation to a variety of prescription and non-prescription sleep aids which are capable of causing unpleasant side effects.\n\n![Wake up refreshed after consuming cannabis.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_7_19_05_PM_672aa3644e.png)\n\nResearch reveals that cannabis can be an [effective and natural sleep aid](https://hellomd.com/articles/5-sleep-disorders-cannabis-can-help-alleviate) that works with the body’s system to promote relaxation and relieve issues such as anxiety and chronic pain that can sometimes interfere with sleep. Adults in Pennsylvania who have a valid medical cannabis card can now choose from many cannabis products to make falling asleep easier. \n\nAt the bottom of this article we take a look at five of the best cannabis products for sleep in Pennsylvania.\n\n### Sleep Disorders are Common\n\n[Sleep disorders](https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/sleep-disorders/what-are-sleep-disorders)\n can affect just about anyone, even children, and become more common as we age. The term “sleep disorder” includes a variety of conditions that prevent people from getting enough sleep, including narcolepsy, sleep apnea, and insomnia. \n\n Of these, insomnia - trouble falling asleep or staying asleep - is the most common, affecting an estimated one in ten people at some time in their lives. Insomnia can be short-term or chronic, and because it has so many causes, it can be difficult to treat. \n\nCommon [contributors to insomnia](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/insomnia/what-causes-insomnia) include:\n\n- Anxiety\n- Numerous health conditions, such as restless leg syndrome\n- Chronic or acute pain\n- Medications and treatments\n- PTSD\n- Irregular sleep schedules, such as shift work\n- Distracting surroundings\n- Certain foods\n\nSome causes of insomnia can be easily remedied, such as avoiding certain foods before bedtime or rearranging the bedroom. Many people turn to the prescription drug Ambien, which has side effects ranging from dizziness and daytime fuzziness to a “sleep-wake” condition called parasomnia. This condition causes people to engage in wake time activities like driving or even shopping while under the influence of prescription sleep medication.   \n\n![Indica strains are better for a good night's sleep.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_7_14_23_PM_2f2ea5bcfb.png)\n\n### Cannabis Supports Sleep Naturally\n\nCannabis has many therapeutic applications-including helping people sleep better. The compounds and terpenes in this ancient plant are similar to cannabinoid-like chemicals naturally produced by the body. They activate the same network of cell receptors called CB1 and CB2, which are found throughout the organs in our bodies. \n\nThis network of receptors is called the [endocannabinoid system (ECS)](https://www.cannabinoidclinical.com/cannabinoid-science), and it plays a significant role in maintaining balance among our body’s systems, including those that regulate pain signaling, mood, relaxation, and even arousal.\n\n![Cannabis flower can help some people sleep better.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_6_56_42_PM_69a74251ba.png)\n\nCBD (cannabidiol) and THC (delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol), and other cannabinoids and terpenes work with our ECS to fight insomnia. In various combinations, these compounds activate chemical pathways in the brain that modulate perceptions of pain, promote feelings of relaxation, and reduce anxiety. Since stress, anxiety, and chronic pain can contribute to insomnia, cannabis can work as a safe and natural alternative to typical prescription and non-prescription sleep aids. \n\n ### The 5 Best Cannabis Products for Sleep in Pennsylvania\n\nCannabis [has been legal](https://www.mpp.org/states/pennsylvania/summary-sb-3)  in Pennsylvania for medical purposes since 2016, but recreational purchase and use are still illegal. Smoking and consuming cannabis edibles are still prohibited too. Still, adults over 21 with a valid medical marijuana card can buy cannabis flower, tincture, oils, and other products formulated for promoting sleep. \n\nHere is a list is our list of the 5 best cannabis products for sleep in Penssylvania:\n\n### CBD Blue Dream\n\n![CBD Blue Dream is great for sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_12_05_31_PM_095dfbe901.png)\n\n[CBD Blue Dream](https://www.verilife.com/pa/menu/verilife-chester-pa)\nCBD Blue Dream from Rhythm is a CBD rich cannabis flower that also contains low amounts of THC and an assortment of  terpenes including caryophyllene, linalool, myrcene, and limonene. Blue Dream’s high CBD content helps to relieve pain and reduce anxiety for a restful night’s sleep. Blue Dream is also available in a vape cartridge.\n\n### 1:1 Doze\n\n![Doze can help you sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_12_10_23_PM_26a506b6fe.png)\n\n\n[1:1 Doze](https://www.verilife.com/pa/menu/verilife-chester-pa) is an Indica tincture from Dr. Solomon’s that contains equal amounts of CBD and THC, plus the minor compound CBDa and a long list of terpenes such as caryophyllene, humulene and myrcene. Tinctures are fast-acting and can be added to a variety of substances for relief of anxiety and pain that interfere with sleep.\n\n### Remedi Relax\n\n![Remedi Relax can help you sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_12_09_04_PM_992308571a.png)\n\n[Remedi Relax](https://www.verilife.com/pa/menu/verilife-chester-pa)\nRemedi Relax is an Indica sublingual spray from Remedi with 2.2 percent THC. It also has a terpene profile that includes high amounts of limonene and myrcene, along with caryophyllene and pinene. Remedi Relax is absorbed quickly to relieve nighttime pain and anxiety that contribute to insomnia.\n\n### Night Rider\n\n![Night Rider vape pen can help you sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_12_07_09_PM_e0c3e02e59.png)\n\n[Night Rider](https://www.verilife.com/pa/menu/verilife-chester-pa)\nNight Rider is a hybrid vape cartridge from Kind Tree that has a relatively low THC content and a terpene profile that includes considerable amounts of caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene. Designed for use with various vape pens,  Night Rider promotes calm and relaxation for a better night’s sleep.\n\n### Sweet Chem Flower\n\n![Sweet Chem flower is a relaxing Indica](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_11_59_48_AM_90d80c94aa.png) \nSweet Chem is an Indica flower that boasts a THC content of around 28%. It is an excellent choice for those who wish to relax and unwind. The taste and aroma of Sweet Chem are reminiscent of candied lemon and ginger with a hint of spice.\n\nPoor sleep interferes with daily living in many ways, and it can have long-term effects on your health. Cannabis can promote restful sleep without the side effects of typical sleep aids - and now, Pennsylvanians with a medical marijuana card can choose from the best cannabis products for natural insomnia relief.\n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\nIt's easy to get your medical document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/get-started). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed practitioner and start purchasing medical cannabis today.\n\n\n\n\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/2wBDABALDA4MChAODQ4SERATGCgaGBYWGDEjJR0oOjM9PDkzODdASFxOQERXRTc4UG1RV19iZ2hnPk1xeXBkeFxlZ2P/2wBDARESEhgVGC8aGi9jQjhCY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2P/wgARCAANABQDASIAAhEBAxEB/8QAGAAAAwEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMEAQL/xAAVAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABAv/aAAwDAQACEAMQAAABsoXo9ihn/8QAGRAAAwEBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAECAxEh/9oACAEBAAEFAr15caK0zyxJQNn/xAAUEQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAQ/9oACAEDAQE/AT//xAAUEQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAQ/9oACAECAQE/AT//xAAaEAABBQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAhAAEQERJh/9oACAEBAAY/As0OoQWVNH//xAAXEAADAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAREh/9oACAEBAAE/IYUcVhgvFgiolJ7SFFOPRtP/2gAMAwEAAgADAAAAEMg//8QAFxEAAwEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARARYf/aAAgBAwEBPxCiav/EABYRAAMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABARIf/aAAgBAgEBPxCsf//EABoQAQACAwEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEAESExQdH/2gAIAQEAAT8QBWlcG28B7EB2pDxqPzI5YqxHZN6DtzkM8T//2Q==","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/14b42/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg","srcSet":"/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/f836f/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 200w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/2244e/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 400w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/14b42/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 800w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/47498/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 1200w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/0e329/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 1600w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/208d9/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 6720w","srcWebp":"/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/58556/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/61e93/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 200w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/1f5c5/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 400w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/58556/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 800w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/99238/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 1200w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/7c22d/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 1600w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/d4b3d/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 6720w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3816-markdown","title":"The 5 Best Cannabis Products for Sleep in Illinois","slug":"the-5-best-cannabis-products-for-sleep-in-illinois","content":"Science tells us that getting a good night's sleep is the key to staying healthy.  But for many people, that's an elusive goal. \nRecent research shows that [more than 35 percent of American adults](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/sleep-facts-statistics) sleep less than the recommended seven to nine hours, thanks to issues such as anxiety, depression, or chronic pain.  And, then there is COVID!\n\n![Cannabis can help beat insomnia.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_25_at_11_55_30_AM_6077c29e25.png)\n\n### Cannabis Can Help You Sleep Better\n\nStandard treatments for insomnia include non-prescription sleep aids and a variety of prescription medications that come with various side effects.  But many people are finding relief from an old source – cannabis, a plant that works with our body's systems to provide relief from a long list of health conditions. \n\n![Cresco offers 'Rest' an Indica flower for sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_12_58_00_PM_8fc7948e8a.png)\n\nCresco offers 'Rest' an Indica flower for sleep\n\nAnd now, Illinois residents can choose from a range of new cannabis products designed to ease anxiety, promote srelaxation and relieve the pain and discomfort that can interfere with sleep.\n\n### An Epidemic of Insomnia\nThe world is experiencing an insomnia epidemic, with more people than ever reporting problems with getting – and staying – asleep.  [Common causes of poor sleep](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/insomnia/what-causes-insomnia) include:\n\n- Anxiety\n- Depression\n- Health conditions of all kinds\n- Chronic pain\n- Irregular sleep schedules, such as rotating shift work\n- Medications\n- Neurological conditions\n- PTSD\n- Sleep apnea\n\n![Cannabis can help you fall asleep.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_25_at_11_31_38_AM_09614a10be.png)\n\nInsomnia can cause daytime sleepiness and problems with focus and concentration. More significantly, recent research suggests that chronic lack of sleep might also contribute to Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia because the brain uses sleep time to cleanse and reset itself.\n\n### Alternative Ways to Get a Good Night's Sleep\n\nFor some people, therapy can be helpful to address issues that interfere with sleep. [Other remedies](https://hellomd.com/articles/a-holistic-approach-to-alleviating-insomnia) for sleep disorders range from a soothing cup of chamomile tea before bed to powerful prescription sleep aids like temazepam or Ambien. \n\n![A cup of tea can help you sleep.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_1_00_45_PM_07a79ec826.png)\n\nBut both prescription and over-the-counter sleep medications can cause a range of side effects, including a \"hungover feeling,\" constipation or diarrhea, muscle weakness, and dizziness. Some can cause a condition called parasomnia, in which a person can engage in hazardous activities such as driving or taking medications without being fully awake. Sleep aids can also be addictive.\n\n### Cannabis a Safe Way to Sleep Better\n\nNow, though, [cannabis offers a safer, more natural alternative](https://hellomd.com/articles/3-cbd-products-to-help-you-go-back-to-sleep) for restful, pain-free sleep. \n\n![Cannabis flower can help you sleep better.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_25_at_11_53_58_AM_6b2eda0ad8.png)\n\nThe cannabinoids within cannabis - THC, CBD, and CBN [work with the body's natural systems](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-a-better-alternative-to-benzodiazepines) and help to promote a better night's sleep. The cannabis plant acts on the body's endocannabinoid system (ECS), a network of cell receptors that respond to cannabinoid receptors naturally produced by the body. In this way, cannabis can activate neurotransmitters in the brain and nervous system to reduce anxiety and depression, block pain signaling, and promote relaxation.\n\n### Buying Cannabis in Illinois\nToday, Illinois residents can choose from various legal cannabis products which promote restful sleep. Since January 2020, [cannabis has been legal in the state](https://www.illinoispolicy.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana-legalization-in-illinois/) for both recreational and medical purposes. Anyone over the age of 21 can buy cannabis flower, tinctures, or other products from state-approved retailers.  \n\nHere's a look at five of the best cannabis products for sleep that adults in Illinois can buy, available at Verilife dispensaries in cities throughout the state.\n\n### Snoozzzeberry Gummies\n\n![Snoozzze Berry gummies help you get a good night's sleep!](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_12_50_04_PM_bfa88d6dde.png)\n\nVerilife's [Snoozzzeberry Gummies](https://www.verilife.com/il/menu-arlington-heights-recreational) combine THC and CBN in a tasty ten pack edible that supports refreshing sleep.  Each gummy contains 10 mg of THC and 2 mg of CBN, including some CBD. Snoozzzeberry Gummies are made with pure THC distillate in a homogeneous mixture for easy dosing every night.\n\n### Downtime Vape Pen\n\n![The Beboe Downtime vape pen helps you get a good night's sleep!](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_12_50_56_PM_0b766c5485.png)\n\nThe [Downtime Vape Pen](https://www.verilife.com/il/menu/Verilife-north-aurora-illinois-marijuana-dispensary) by Beboe contains 60 percent THC and 15 percent CBD along with a cocktail of the minor cannabinoids CBN, CBG and CBDV, plus the relaxing terpenes myrcene, linalool, and alpha-bisabolol.  Available in blueberry and lavender flavors, this disposable vape pen delivers relaxation and calm for unwinding at the end of the day,\n\n### Midnight Drops\n\n![The 1906 Midnight Drops help you get a good night's sleep!](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_12_52_21_PM_3548a08c3e.png)\n\n[Midnight Drops](https://www.verilife.com/il/menu/ottawa-medical) from 1906 deliver restful sleep in a swallowable pill that contains a 1:1 combination of THC and CBD.  Each Midnight Drop has 5mg THC and 5 mg CBD in the fastest acting edible in the world, with an onset of relaxing effects in 20 minutes or less.\n\n### Rest Tincture\n\n![The Rest Tincture helps you get a good night's sleep!](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_12_52_59_PM_b43bb555a4.png)\n\n\nRest is a [sleep-supporting tincture](https://www.verilife.com/il/menu/verilife-river-north-il) containing 1 mg of CBD to 5 mg of CBD THC per serving, or 20 mg CBD and 100 mg THC for a whole bottle. Tinctures are fast-acting and easy to dose for a relaxing way to ease into sleep.\n\n The compounds and terpenes in cannabis work with the body's natural systems to support sleep without standard sleep medications' risks and side effects. And now, the best cannabis products for sleep can help Illinois residents get the quality sleep essential for good health.\n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\nIt's easy to get your medical document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/get-started). 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Soulful contemplation just got a little easier with the [CALM 139 pre-roll by Canndescent](https://canndescent.com/effect/). Made with ultra-premium whole flower, this potent Indica comes from the proprietary strains Canndescent has developed to illicit numerous desirable effects. \n\n![Canndescent does not allow trichomes to be wasted ](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_4_34_56_PM_ff07e376ad.png)\n\nYou won't get confused by crazy strain names with Canndescent, just scurry towards the effect you'd like to embody, such as CALM, CRUISE, CREATE, CONNECT, or CHARGE. They also classify their bud as \"virgin,\" meaning that they handpick the flower from the stem without ever disturbing the gorgeous, medicinal sticky trichomes perched atop the flower. Hold on to your [MJ terpenes](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-are-terpenes-and-what-is-their-effect) ladies and gents, those essential oils are the secret sauce behind the effects!\n\nWe chose to consumer test Canndescent's Calm 139 pre-roll because, in today's crazy world, our [anxiety levels have reached an all-time high](https://hellomd.com/articles/can-cannabis-decrease-social-anxiety-as-the-covid-pandemic-winds-down). We're 150% behind the philosophy of radical self-care; \"taking the edge off\" is no longer a luxury but a necessity for maintaining a healthy lifestyle balance! \n\n![Screen Shot 2021-11-10 at 9.47.37 AM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_9_47_37_AM_a7d068f27c.png)\n\nOur first feel-good moment with our new MJ pre-roll was when our delivery driver zoomed away, leaving us (the two \"testers\") quite literally holding the bag on the side of the street. Out came a delightful bright orange package of CALM pre-rolls, and the poppy-colored box with an elegant logo that screams luxury, akin to Hermes or Chanel. \n\nTurning over the pre-roll box, the label at the bottom says \"CALM - Read a book, sleep soundly, and find relief.\" We both nod in agreement, a silent nonverbal \"Yes!\", and walk towards the house. We plan to enjoy our new MJ acquisition in my sunny California garden - which also happens to feature the finest array of succulents this side of the Missippi.\n\n![CALM individual pre-roll by Canndascent](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_9_48_21_AM_41d423cc6f.png)\n\n\nSitting down on two comfy chaise lounges, we inspect the pre-roll box and slide it open. Inside rest six individual pre-rolls, nicely separated from one another with Canndescent printed horizontally down the filter. The packaging has a specific wow-factor, like a celebration in a box, that now seems to put other pre-roll brands to shame.\n\nOn their site, Canndescent claims to be, \"the first luxury cannabis brand, is an ultra-premium, effects-based product line designed to help consumers select flower based on their individual needs.\" Right now, I feel the need to be relaxed in my sun-dappled garden, so I take out the first one gram pre-roll jay, hand one to my fellow tester, and we light up.\n\n![Relaxing in a back garden with Canndescent effects-based pre-rolls](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_4_35_27_PM_bd0672019b.png)\n\nThe first hint of scent as the smoke wafts upwards is both spicy and earthy. After a draw, the spicy, earthy flavor gives way to a hint of pine, with a delicate flavor left in the mouth.  CALM has three main terpenes [myrcene](https://hellomd.com/articles/know-your-cannabis-terpenes-myrcene), limonene, and caryophellene which shore up and magnify the full body and head high that washes over us like a warm breeze. CALM feels gentle and doesn't impose the couch-lock associated with many Indica strains; it has a smooth intake, and a full-body relaxation ensues. Other reviews compare CALM to Kush strains, and we both concur.\n\nTen minutes after our first few puffs, we lean back and enjoy watching a sweet hummingbird dart from one lavender flower to the next. We both feel relaxed, yet fully present. CALM lives up to its name. [Shop for Canndescent effects-based products](https://canndescent.com/#products) on the Canndescent site.\n\nIf you are new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://new-design--hellomd-us.netlify.app/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient.  \n\n\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.2269938650306749,"src":"/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/ee604/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png","srcSet":"/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/69585/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png 200w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/497c6/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png 400w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/ee604/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png 800w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/d7187/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png 832w","srcWebp":"/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/58556/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/61e93/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp 200w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/1f5c5/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp 400w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/58556/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp 800w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/49915/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp 832w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3109-markdown","title":"Top 5 Marijuana Strains That'll Make Your Day Brighter","slug":"top-5-marijuana-strains-thatll-make-your-day-brighter","content":"The recent vaping crisis has injured thousands and killed as many as 52 people. Vaping Associated Pulmonary Illness (VAPI), is now known to be caused by illicit-market vapes that contain Vitamin E acetate. Shockingly, A recent study found [9 out 12 vape pens tested from the illicit market](https://www.businessinsider.com/timeline-of-vape-related-illnesses-and-deaths-2019-9) had high levels of vitamin E acetate and other pesticides.\n\nSince the crisis, there's generally been a lot of fear about vaping, even with vapes purchased on the legal market. For this reason, there is a renewed interest in the old fashioned way - smoking flower.\n\nBelow are 5 cannabis strains we've carefully curated, and we're sure they'll make your day brighter:\n\n**Bubba Kush - Indica**\n\nBubba Kush is an indica strain with a mix of terpenes ranging from peppery, citrus, and herbal. It stands around 23% THC content and is of Afghani descent, but it's origins are not entirely known. If you're looking to calm down after a hectic workweek, Bubba Kush may be the strain for you. It's so calming that some may say it's more akin to a horse tranquilizer. If you have chronic pain, battle with insomnia, or anxiety, this strain may help. Some claim that Bubba Kush creates a dreamy euphoria combined with a happy, albeit a somewhat sleepy, mood. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_us/?utm_medium=copy_link/)\n\n**Cannatonic - Hybrid**\n\nCannatonic is a hybrid strain with terpenes ranging from peppery, pine and herbal. The strain has around 25% THC content. It's a cross between Mendocino Purps, Skunk and Afghani. Cannatonic is well known for its balanced, mellow high. The balance between THC and CBD creates a powerfully relaxing strain that may produce a wave a calm over the body. Many people claim that it helps with pain, migraines, and soothes nausea, muscle spasms, anxiety, and depression.\n\n**Grape Ape - Indica**\n\nGrape Ape is an indica strain with a mix of terpenes ranging from herbal, pine, and pepper. It stands around 5.5% THC and 10%-17% CBD content and is a cross between Mendocino Purps, Skunk, and Afghani. The name Grape Ape comes from its grape-like smell. Visually it's distinct, and it yields a complex fruity flavor. Grape Ape's high comes on gradually, creating a weight-like sensation in the arms and legs. Many say the effect is a spacey-calmness which leads to a full-body stone. If you're suffering from muscle aches or pains or need to let go of your day, the strength of this indica may be in order.\n\nDOWNLOAD THE DAILY BONFIRE APP & WIN $420: \n[APPLE IOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/daily-bonfire/id1469226668)  l   [GOOGLE ANDROID](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hellomd.appv1)\n\n**Tangerine Dream – Hybrid**\n\nTangerine Dream is a hybrid strain with a mix of terpenes ranging from herbal, pepper, and citrus. It stands around 17%-25% THC content. It's a cross between G13, Neville's A5 Haze and Afghani. Its flavor is bold with a strong citrus and clove-like undertone, while its flowers are forest green and chunky with trichomes. Consumers say that Tangerine Dream creates a clear-headed high that is both calming and fosters a sense of alertness. This strain may create an immediate head rush leaving the body with a sense of warmth and even making you a little wide-eyed. Due to the ability to develop focus, this may be the right strain for those that suffer from ADHD. It also can relax muscles and relieve stress and anxiety.\n\n**Super Lemon Haze - Sativa**\n\nSuper Lemon Haze is a sativa strain with a mix of terpenes ranging from fruity, peppery and minty. It stands around 18%-25% THC and 1% CBG content. It's a cross between Lemon Skunk and Super Silver Haze. Its flavor is bright and fresh with a lemony zing, with an almost candy-like quality. The aroma is citrusy and a little sweet. Super Lemon Haze is known for its happy effects, creating an uplifting and energetic high. Its euphoric effects are known to help with depression, anxiety, and pain. This strain is excellent if you need a boost to clean the house or go out for the night with friends.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.492537313432836,"src":"/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/14b42/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.jpg","srcSet":"/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/f836f/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.jpg 200w,\n/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/2244e/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.jpg 400w,\n/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/14b42/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.jpg 800w,\n/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/47498/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.jpg 1200w,\n/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/b99f1/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.jpg 1345w","srcWebp":"/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/58556/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/61e93/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.webp 200w,\n/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/1f5c5/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.webp 400w,\n/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/58556/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.webp 800w,\n/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/99238/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.webp 1200w,\n/static/5ba1164e6c634e03bdd0cab91d097a33/8ea14/f59b2daed6a34c802654da97efd40ccf.webp 1345w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3053-markdown","title":"3 CBD Products to Help You Go Back to Sleep","slug":"3-cbd-products-to-help-you-go-back-to-sleep","content":"You’ve finally fallen asleep and are getting some much-needed rest—but suddenly you’re awake and can’t fall back to sleep. This is a nightly struggle for so many of us. \n\nInsomnia is a common condition. In the U.S., [30–35% of adults suffer from temporary symptoms of insomnia](http://www.sleepeducation.org/news/2014/03/10/insomnia-awareness-day-facts-and-stats), including:\n\n* Inability to fall or stay asleep\n* Fatigue during the day\n* Mood disturbances\n* Poor memory\n* Trouble focusing\n\nSome adults—15–20% of them—experience longer-lasting insomnia (up to three months), and 10% have chronic and ongoing insomnia. \n\nWhile many consider insomnia as just difficulty getting to sleep, for many, the challenges begin in the middle of the night when their eyes pop open and they just can’t settle back down. It can be so frustrating, after a long struggle to get to sleep, to have to wake back up and do it all over again. \n\nBut CBD could help with these middle-of-the-night battles with insomnia. \n\nThe body’s natural endocannabinoid system (ECS) is key in regulating sleep. When plant-based cannabinoids like tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) stimulate the ECS, it can [activate your body’s natural mechanisms for rest](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/55e5c6573236300006350000/medical-marijuana-could-help-insomniacs-sleep-better). \n\nIn fact, HelloMD and the Brightfield Group conducted one of the largest studies on CBD usage to date, and they found that [60% of the 2,400 participants used CBD to successfully reduce insomnia or other sleep problems](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a340a9d100a820006562ec4/largest-cbd-usage-study-published-by-hellomd-with-brightfield-group).\n\nStudies even show that [folks report falling asleep easier and more quickly after consuming cannabis](http://www.beyondthc.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Tringale-Jensen-20111.pdf). And cannabis can even decrease episodes of sleep apnea, which [helps sleep apnea sufferers get a better night’s rest](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/55959b7130633100060c0000/no-longer-sleepless-in-seattle-medical-marijuana-eases-insomnia). \n\nSo, there’s good reason to believe CBD could help improve your sleep. Here are three CBD-rich products that may help you get back to sleep when you wake up during the night. \n\nRELATED: [4 WAYS YOU CAN USE CBD TO BEAT INSOMNIA](https://www.hellolift.com/health-wellness/5be3805026ef630008f055c5/4-ways-you-can-use-cbd-to-beat-insomnia)\n\n### 1. Keep CBD Drops + Sleep By Plant People on Your Bedside Table \n\n![Plant People Drops + Sleep CBD tincture](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-446d8464-314a-4dc5-b65b-bce6d03d3e92/original.png)\n\nSo, you’ve woken up again and need to fall back asleep. This is the perfect time to reach for [Drops + Sleep by Plant People](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5d0d6b77f8f00491e4b733cb/drops-sleep) to help you drift back to dreamland. \n\nThis CBD-infused tincture is specifically designed with sleep in mind. In addition to the CBD, the tincture is formulated with a blend of cannabinoids:\n\n* [Cannabinol (CBN)](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a00c7e5462abf14dd36415f/having-trouble-sleeping-try-non-psychoactive-cbn), which has potent sedative effects\n* [Cannabichromene(CBC)](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a99e483f24d1300077ccb6e/beyond-thc-and-cbd-what-you-need-to-know-about-cbc-cbn-and-cbg), which may ease pain and can act as an antidepressant\n\nHold a few drops under your tongue for 30 seconds to a minute, and let yourself fall gently back to sleep. \n\n### 2. Try a Calming Self-Massage With CBD-Infused Soothing Lotion by Humble Flower Co. \n\n![Humble Flower Co.CBD Soothing Lotion ](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-a4aa05b6-fcaf-478e-b110-ca4b9c645b0b/original.png)\n\nFor another sleep-inducing option, try massaging yourself back into a relaxed state with [Soothing Lotion from Humble Flower Co.](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5cc3767a947aecc917f376b7/soothing-lotion)\n\nThis CBD- infused topical will seep into your pores to reach your sore or tense muscles, thereby providing a whole new level of relaxation. Plus, this lotion is infused with a blend of essential oils that contain some serious relaxation properties, including:\n\n* Jasmine\n* Vanilla\n* Rose \n\nThe aromatherapy mixed with the relaxing effects of the CBD topical is a perfect combination for rest. \n\n### 3. Dissolve a Dream CBD Peppermint by Mr. Moxey’s Mints Under Your Tongue to Help You Fall Back to Sleep\n\n![Mr. Moxey's Mints CBD Peppermint mints](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-0be513af-d26b-41ee-8ffa-15b1966ebf9e/original.png)\n \nTo add a little bit of sweetness to the middle of your night, try out these [Dream CBD Peppermints by Mr. Moxey’s Mints](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5cccfe33b3fcfa753128e7af/dream-cbd-peppermint). These delicious little CBD mints are vegan and gluten free. They’re also enriched with sleep-inducing passionflower and valerian root, adding to the sedative effects of the CBD. \n\nDissolve one of these mints under your tongue for best results; you should feel sleepy again in just five to 15 minutes. Let these mints lull you back into la la land.\n\nPhoto credits: Photographee.eu/Shutterstock.com (main image), [Plant People](https://www.instagram.com/p/BxGMI8EhkxL/) (Plant People image), [Humble Flower Co.](https://www.instagram.com/p/BxtBFQSBbTP/) (Humble Flower Co. image), [Mr. Moxey's Mints](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwu-6vSgJf2/) (Mr. Moxey's Mints image)\n\nWant to try CBD, but don’t know where to start? [Shop our selection of high-quality, lab-tested CBD products](https://www.hellolift.com/products) and have them shipped to your door. And if you have questions about CBD, [ask them](https://www.hellolift.com/answers) and our community will answer.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/14b42/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.jpg","srcSet":"/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/f836f/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.jpg 200w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/2244e/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.jpg 400w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/14b42/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.jpg 800w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/47498/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.jpg 1200w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/0e329/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.jpg 1600w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/391cf/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.jpg 1772w","srcWebp":"/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/58556/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/61e93/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.webp 200w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/1f5c5/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.webp 400w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/58556/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.webp 800w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/99238/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.webp 1200w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/7c22d/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.webp 1600w,\n/static/969b6b600d395915c2b33826864cf115/edb99/7ab63b67ce296c44a5807213c69a53d9.webp 1772w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3036-markdown","title":"3 CBD Products to Help You Relieve Your Insomnia","slug":"3-cbd-products-to-help-you-relieve-your-insomnia","content":"Insomnia—trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or feeling tired after waking—afflicts millions of Americans. It can make it hard to get through day-to-day tasks and, in its chronic form, can make life almost unbearable.\n\nUnfortunately, pharmaceutical remedies for insomnia, such as sleeping pills, have many side effects, including:\n\n* Dizziness\n* Constipation\n* Diarrhea\n\nPlus, sleeping pills can be highly addictive. Luckily, there’s an alternative: cannabidiol (CBD). \n\nLet’s take a look at what insomnia is and how CBD products may help you get the sleep you need.\n\n### Acute vs. Chronic Insomnia\n\nIt’s important to understand that there are two types of insomnia: \n\n* Acute \n* Chronic \n\nAcute insomnia is typically short term.  A temporary change in a person’s life usually causes it. Typical causes include: \n\n* Medications \n* Job loss\n* Divorce\n* Financial problems\n* Jet lag \n\nBecause so many different events and conditions can cause acute insomnia, it’s not surprising that about [75% of Americans who experience insomnia suffer from its acute form](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/06/180605154114.htm).\n\nRELATED: [4 WAYS YOU CAN USE CBD TO BEAT INSOMNIA](https://hellomd.com/articles/4-ways-you-can-use-cbd-to-beat-insomnia/)\n\nWhile acute insomnia is serious, it usually goes away after the resolution of the primary cause of the sleeplessness. Far more serious is chronic insomnia, which can last for months and even years. \n\nChronic insomnia is defined as suffering from at least three nights of difficulty falling or staying asleep each week for at least three consecutive months. \n\nChronic insomnia is less prevalent than acute insomnia is. It’s estimated that about 25% of insomnia sufferers deal with its chronic form. However, because it’s so long-lasting, chronic insomnia has far more potential to completely upend the lives of those who suffer from it.\n\n### How CBD Helps People With Insomnia Find Relief\n\nFortunately, CBD may be able to help people who suffer from insomnia. One study looked at people with anxiety or sleep problems and CBD. Researchers found that anxiety decreased in 79% of participants, and [sleep quality improved in 66% of participants. And this was after only one month of taking CBD](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6326553/). \n\nScientists believe that CBD helps calm the nervous system, thus helping people relax, feel better, and be more able to fall and stay asleep.\n\nRELATED: [5 CBD PRODUCTS FOR A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP](https://hellomd.com/articles/5-cbd-products-for-a-good-nights-sleep/)\n\nResearchers also think that acute and chronic insomnia sufferers have found success with CBD, because the cannabinoid has been shown relieve symptoms associated with:\n\n* Stress\n* Anxiety\n* Depression \n* Chronic pain \n\nAnother benefit of consuming CBD to relieve insomnia is that it won’t make you feel high like tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can. And, unlike sleeping pills, CBD is nonaddictive and doesn’t have the same nasty side effects as the sleeping pills do.\n\nSo, if you’re thinking about trying CBD to help relieve your insomnia, you may want to give one of the following CBD products a try.\n\n### 1. Be Calm CBD Capsules by Plant People May Help if Your Insomnia Is Stress- & Anxiety-Related\n\n![Plant People Be Calm Capsules](https://www.plantpeople.co/products/cbd-capsules-calm?variant=33619998244909/) \n\n[Be Calm Capsules by Plant People](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5cf05899268a3619699d7965/be-calm) have an impressive array of ingredients designed specifically to help calm symptoms and issues that play a significant role in insomnia, like: \n\n* Anxiety\n* Nervousness\n* Stress\n\nAlong with high-performance CBD, this product features adaptogenic and nervine herbs to help:\n\n* Create a better responses to stress\n* Support your nervous system \n* Promote brain repair and recovery\n\nSome of these calming and therapeutic ingredients include:\n\n* Albizia bark and flower extract, which can help promote sleep and fight depression\n* Ashwagandha extract, which has been shown to improve symptoms related to stress\n* Holy basil and L-theanine, which early research suggests are both effective at relieving stress and anxiety\n\nTaken together, these ingredients make Plant People’s Be Calm capsules a powerful sleep aid for those suffering from acute or chronic insomnia linked to anxiety and stress.\n\n### 2. Basic Jane Relieve Cream Can Address Pain-Related Insomnia\n\n![Basic Jane Relieve Cream](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-9919633a-6318-46fb-9e5d-6e98bf96902d/original.png)\n\nNot all insomnia is linked to stress and anxiety. Chronic and acute pain are also common causes of insomnia.This makes finding relief fromthese types of pain important if you want to get a good night’s sleep. \n\nFolks frequently turn to CBD to help relieve chronic pain and studies have shown that [CBD is an effective treatment for pain and inflammation](https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/cannabidiol-cbd-what-we-know-and-what-we-dont-2018082414476) that arises from arthritis and neuropathy.\n\nRELATED: [3 POPULAR QUESTIONS ABOUT CBD & CHRONIC PAIN ANSWERED](https://hellomd.com/articles/3-popular-questions-about-marijuana-and-chronic-pain-answered/)\n\nIf your insomnia is linked to pain, then you may want to try [Basic Jane’s Relieve Cream](https://basicjane.com/products/relieve-pain-cream/). In addition to CBD, this topical includes a mixture of:\n\n* Menthol\n* Peppermint\n* Aloe\n\nTogether, they provide cooling, anti-inflammatory pain relief so that you can rest more easily at night.\n\n### 3. Tinctures Like Juna’s Nude Are a Versatile Way to Use CBD to Beat Insomnia\n\n![Juna Nude tincture](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-1175dec9-7d4d-488b-92ad-09f0f023338f/original.png)\n\nTinctures are an excellent way to gett the CBD you need to promote better sleep. You can add a product like [the Nude tincture from Juna](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57ae4502f1740001523014/nude) to your favorite foods and drinks, or you can take it sublingually (under the tongue) straight from the dropper.  \nNude contains full-spectrum CBD, so you’ll get all of the benefits of the hemp plant’s other cannabinoids and terpenes. \n\nIf you’re picky about what you put in your body, you’ll be happy to hear that this tincture is free of:\n\n* Chemicals\n* Herbicides\n* GMOs\n* Gluten\n* Sugar \n\nBecause you can dispense tinctures using a dropper, you can also have more control over how much CBD you take. This allows you to experiment with different dosage levels in order to find the amount that works best to relieve your insomnia.\n\nPhoto credits: Syda Productions/Shutterstock.com (main image), [Plant People](https://www.instagram.com/plantpeople/) (Plant People image), [Basic Jane](https://www.instagram.com/basic_jane_co/) (Basic Jane image), [Juna](https://www.instagram.com/juna.world/) (Juna image)\n\nWant to try CBD, but don’t know where to start? [Shop our selection of high-quality, lab-tested CBD products](https://hellomd.com/) and have them shipped to your door. And if you have questions about CBD, [ask them](https://hellomd.com/questions-and-answers/) and our community will answer.\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/14b42/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.jpg","srcSet":"/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/f836f/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.jpg 200w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/2244e/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.jpg 400w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/14b42/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.jpg 800w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/47498/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.jpg 1200w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/0e329/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.jpg 1600w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/391cf/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.jpg 1772w","srcWebp":"/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/58556/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/61e93/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.webp 200w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/1f5c5/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.webp 400w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/58556/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.webp 800w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/99238/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.webp 1200w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/7c22d/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.webp 1600w,\n/static/137b0e9d9e82828bb5d83c0d21876a85/edb99/eff3bdaac495264758cb53acfc8904c8.webp 1772w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2989-markdown","title":"5 CBD Products for a Good Night’s Sleep","slug":"5-cbd-products-for-a-good-nights-sleep","content":"Sleep problems may affect as many as 70 million Americans. Good sleep is key to good health, but things like stress, long work hours and even your diet can disrupt sleep patterns. This can cause problems with concentration, memory and coordination.  \n\nTo deal with sleep issues, many people turn to prescription or over-the-counter sleeping pills. But these medications can have potentially serious risks and side effects. Fortunately, [cannabidiol (CBD) can help promote healthy sleep](https://www.projectcbd.org/medicine/cannabis-sleep-disturbances), without the side effects of common sleep aids.  \n\n### The Many Kinds of Sleep Problems\n\nEveryone knows sleep is essential for good health.  If you’ve ever done an all-night study session, worked the late shift, or tossed and turned all night with worry, you can feel the effects the next day. \n\nInsomnia—difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep—is most likely the best-known sleep problem. But people suffer from a variety of sleep disturbances, such as:\n\n* **Sleep apnea:** This is a condition in which a person has abnormal breathing patterns throughout the night.  That person may intermittently stop breathing or have other kinds of disruptions to their regular breathing. Sleep apnea sufferers may not wake up when their breathing becomes abnormal, but they can experience symptoms such as daytime sleepiness or poor concentration.  \n* **Narcolepsy:** People who suffer from this condition report periods of extreme sleepiness and episodes of suddenly falling asleep during the daytime.\n* **Restless legs syndrome:** Also known as RLS, this is a sleep movement disorder that causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs and an urge to move them as you’re falling asleep.\n* **Parasomnia:** This is a group of sleep disorders that includes sleepwalking, sleep terrors or other unusual behavior that only occurs when a person is asleep.\n* **Sleep paralysis:** This is when a person is temporarily unable to move while either falling asleep or waking up.\n* **Seasonal affective disorder:** Also known as SAD, this condition causes excessive sleepiness and depression during the winter, when a key part of the brain doesn’t receive enough bright light.\n* **REM behavior disorder:** This condition causes people to act out intense and often violent dreams.\n* **Circadian rhythm disorders:** This is a group of sleep issues with an underlying imbalance in a person’s internal, biological clock. These disorders can cause sleep cycles to be out of sync with external cues, such as light and darkness, which tell the body it’s time to sleep.\n\nMany health conditions can also contribute to sleep problems, too, since the symptoms can make it hard to get comfortable or relax enough for sleep.\n\nRELATED: [3 POPULAR QUESTIONS ABOUT CBD & ANXIETY ANSWERED](https://hellomd.com/articles/3-popular-questions-about-cbd-and-anxiety-answered/)\n\n### How Do People Usually Tackle Their Sleep Problems? \n\nBecause sleep disturbances can have so many causes, there’s a long list of medications developed to treat them.  These can include true hypnotic medications like Ambien and Lunesta, along with a number of medications to treat anxiety, depression and other issues that can contribute to sleep problems. \n\nBut even limited use of sleep aids can cause a hangover effect that impacts functioning the next day. CBD can be a more effective and less risky option, because of how it works with the body’s natural endocannabinoid system (ECS), which plays a major role in regulating sleep.\n\n### The Endocannabinoid System Regulates Sleep Cycles\n\nThe ECS is a network of receptors found almost everywhere in the body. These receptors respond to compounds the body itself makes, as well as those found in the cannabis plant.  \n\nThe ECS plays a major role in maintaining homeostasis, or balance, in the body’s many different systems, including the sleep-wake cycle and other kinds of circadian rhythms.\n\nThe relationship between different cannabis compounds such as CBD and the ECS is complicated, especially as it relates to sleep. Many people say that CBD helps them stay alert and focused. But in higher doses, it appears to help people fall asleep and stay asleep, with fewer episodes of sleep interruptions. \n\nCBD also seems to reduce the symptoms of REM behavior disorder, a sleep disorder that causes people to act out violent or vivid dreams.  \n\nAnd studies have shown that CBD can help relieve sleep problems caused by other health conditions, such as arthritis pain, nightmares from PTSD or the tremors of Parkinson’s disease. \n\nWith this in mind, here are five hemp CBD products that can ease sleeping problems and help you get the rest you need.\n\n### 1. Relax Pain Spray From Basic Jane Relieves Aches to Help You Sleep\n\n![Basic Jane Relax Spray](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-21a39c04-674a-464f-9659-d5f44f04971f/original.png)\n\n[Basic Jane’s Relax Pain Spray](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5beca4f22ae500a0ad82dfff/relax-pain-spray) is a fast-acting, high-CBD topical that brings relief from the pain of arthritis, sprains, strains and muscle cramps. \n\nFormulated with Basic Jane’s signature blend of high-quality hemp and the soothing scents of lavender, clary sage and menthol, the spray also calms the mind and eases stress for a good night’s sleep. It’s easy to apply and works in combination with other Basic Jane topicals for maximum relief.\n\n### 2. Aches Vape Cartridge by Wildflower Has Calming Lavender to Ease You Into a Deep Sleep\n\n![Wildflower Aches Vape Pen](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-04525535-10be-429f-943b-846b1b117175/original.png)\n\n[Wildflower’s Aches Vaporizer Cartridge](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5be61ee1a032d6672015e58a/aches-cartridge) is a high-CBD cartomizer that’s compatible with Wildflower’s rechargeable vaporizer.  \n\nThe cartridge contains 150 mg of CO2-extracted, full-spectrum CBD combined with the calming scents of lavender, peppermint and spearmint essential oils. One draw provides 1 mg of CBD to help relieve stress as well as the aches and pains that can keep you awake at night.\n\n### 3. Relief Lotion by Vertly Soothes Before Bedtime\n\n\nFor gentle relief from daily aches and pains, reach for [Vertly’s Relief Lotion](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5ba2a9de1669df4c6daec804/relief-lotion). It combines 150 mg of CBD with:\n\n* Organic oils \n* Shea butter\n* Arnica flower extract\n\nPackaged with the calming scents of citrus and lavender, you can use this lotion  before bedtime to soothe stress and ease minor discomforts.\n\n### 4. Calm CBD Peppermints by Mr. Moxey’s Mints Includes Herbal Extracts for a Peaceful Sleep\n\n![Mr. Moxey's Mints CBD Peppermint Mints](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-675beed3-5e45-419a-ad4e-2d5470eacc45/original.png)\n\nInfused with full-spectrum, organic hemp oil, [Calm CBD Peppermint Mints by Mr. Moxey’s Mints](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5cb6622f265821263c0bf486/calm-cbd-peppermint) are naturally gluten free and vegan.  \n\nEach mint provides 5 mg of CBD along with extracts of Indian gooseberry and echinacea to boost the immune system while calming the mind for a peaceful sleep. \n\n### 5. CBD+ Relief Tincture by Wildflower Helps Support a Restful Sleep\n\n![Wildflower CBD+ Relief Tincture](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-c7697bec-57c2-422a-bef8-58bf3e4625e3/original.png)\n\n[Wildflower’s CBD+ Relief tincture](https://www.hellolift.com/products/5b57ae8402f1740001523015/cbd-relief) provides fast relief from sleep-robbing discomforts such as anxiety, and aches and pains. \n\nThis tincture provides 33 mg of full-spectrum, hemp CBD per dropper, combined with tropical fruit flavor. CBD+ Relief also supports the endocannabinoid system and boosts immunity for better health.\n\nGetting a good night’s sleep is a key part of staying healthy. But for many, deep, restorative sleep remains elusive. In topicals, tinctures and all its other forms, CBD can relieve the pain, discomfort and stress that disrupts sleep—without the risks and side effects of common sleep medications.\n\nPhoto credits: [Tracey Hocking](https://unsplash.com/photos/5N1gLVUmp10) (main image), [emmasoninsta](https://www.instagram.com/p/BtT7OMVDvNO/) (Basic Jane image), [Vertly](https://www.instagram.com/vertlybalm/) (Vertly image), [Mr. Moxey's Mints](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwe8XRaB71O/) (Mr. Moxey's Mints image), [Wildflower](https://www.instagram.com/wildflower_plantsheal/) (Wildflower  images)\n\nWant to try CBD, but don’t know where to start? [Shop our selection of high-quality, lab-tested CBD products](https://hellomd.com/) and have them shipped to your door. And if you have questions about CBD, [ask them](https://hellomd.com/questions-and-answers/) and our community will answer.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/14b42/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.jpg","srcSet":"/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/f836f/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.jpg 200w,\n/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/2244e/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.jpg 400w,\n/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/14b42/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.jpg 800w,\n/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/47498/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.jpg 1200w,\n/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/e373b/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.jpg 1282w","srcWebp":"/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/58556/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/61e93/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.webp 200w,\n/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/1f5c5/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.webp 400w,\n/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/58556/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.webp 800w,\n/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/99238/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.webp 1200w,\n/static/6d1eb04eaf3678dd223f679f7c170676/8b598/bc2c9477e3c9e72b34ff7015542e6f3e.webp 1282w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2867-markdown","title":"4 Ways You Can Use CBD to Beat Insomnia ","slug":"4-ways-you-can-use-cbd-to-beat-insomnia","content":"Sleep is hard. Just ask the [50–70 million American adults struggling with insomnia](https://www.sleepassociation.org/about-sleep/sleep-statistics/). And for those millions of Americans, there’s a [$28 billion sleep market](https://blog.marketresearch.com/top-6-things-to-know-about-the-28-billion-sleep-market) producing a massive list of products to help us sleep—from over-the-counter and prescription drugs to smartphone apps intended to guide you into a restful night of sleep to specialty bed pillows. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nBut for many, these solutions simply don’t work or they carry serious side effects—like physical addiction or personality changes—that aren’t worth the insomnia relief. Luckily, there’s hope for treating sleep disorders like insomnia with a natural plant compound: cannabidiol (CBD). \n\nIn one of the largest studies ever conducted on CBD usage, HelloMD and Brightfield Group found that [60% of the 2,400 CBD participants used CBD to successfully treat insomnia or other sleep problems](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a340a9d100a820006562ec4/largest-cbd-usage-study-published-by-hellomd-with-brightfield-group). \n\nThe willingness to try a natural alternative for easing insomnia is apparent. It seems that the lack of resources on how to dose and take CBD could be keeping even more people from trying it. The Mayo Clinic suggests 50–160 mg of CBD orally for sleep disorders. But with so many CBD products on the market these days, it can be overwhelming to decide which is best for you. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of four different ways to beat insomnia with CBD. \n\n### 1. CBD Concentrates Relax You Instantly\n\nCBD concentrates are highly potent extracts derived from hemp or cannabis plants and refined until they’re at their most potent. You can purchase CBD concentrates in many forms, but the most convenient come in cartridges that can be plugged into vaporizers for easy inhalation.\n\nThese concentrates are able to deliver immediate results, something that other oral CBD options can’t offer (more on that later). On the other hand, the effects fade much faster than say, CBD edibles. \n\n[CBD vaporizers](https://www.hellomd.com/products?category=Vaporizers) are a good option for people who have a hard time falling asleep, but can usually stay asleep once they do. Vaporizing CBD while reading a book before bedtime can immediately relax your body and mind, helping you fall asleep easier.\n\nThere are also anecdotal stories of success inhaling a small amount of CBD concentrate through the day to help with sleep later that night. Research shows that in small doses, CBD can actually [promote wakefulness](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4023456/) rather than sedation. This can help a person with insomnia stay awake during the day, making them more tired at night and keeping a normal sleep cycle intact. \n\n### 2. A CBD Tincture Is an Easy, Smoke-Free Sleep Aid  \n\n[CBD tinctures](https://www.hellomd.com/products?category=Tinctures) are one of the most popular ways to consume this plant compound. Like concentrates, tinctures—or oils—are very potent, but they’re extremely easy to use. They’re designed to be taken sublingually—under the tongue. \n\nThere are two things about CBD tinctures that people find convenient, accessible and effective: \n\n* First, they’re very discreet and versatile; you can take them sublingually straight from the bottle or you can easily add them to beverages or foods. \n* Second, the effects are long-lasting—up to four hours or more. \n\nIt’s important to note that tinctures are most effective when they’re held under the tongue for at least 60 seconds before swallowing. This allows the blood vessels under the tongue to absorb the oil and bypass [first-pass metabolism](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6362950). That’s when a medication is first metabolized by the liver, making it less potent. \n\nRELATED: [WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR WHEN BUYING HEMP CBD OIL](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b5e97d0a1805500087db9d9/what-to-watch-out-for-when-buying-hemp-cbd-oil)\n\n### 3. CBD Edibles Impart Long-Lasting Sedative Effects\n\nEdibles are another easy way to ingest CBD before bed. [CBD edibles](https://www.hellomd.com/products?category=Edibles) are good for those who may not be into the flavor of tinctures or don’t want to inhale a concentrate and would prefer the CBD to be baked into a delicious treat. Edibles are made with CBD extract, so they’re potent with lasting effects. \n\nTaking a CBD-rich edible before bed can provide you with prolonged effects as you sleep. But because of how they work, you’ll need to ingest an edible at least 40 minutes to an hour before bed. You can start adding a cannabis edible to your bedtime routine, ensuring you don’t wait until it’s too late.\n\nTake the CBD edible, brew yourself a cup of sleepy-time tea, put the kids to bed and do your bathroom routine. By the time you’re sinking into bed with a good book, the edible should start kicking in. \n\n### 4. Capsules Make Taking Your CBD Dose Easy & Accurate\n\nCBD capsules are exactly what they sound like: CBD extract inside of a pill-like capsule,  just like any other gel capsule you find at the pharmacy. \n\nCBD capsules have many advantages that make them a perfect consumption method for CBD newbies, such as:\n\n* They’re dosed consistently\n* Swallowing a pill is easy and familiar\n* They’re a great alternative for those who are uncomfortable with vaping, tinctures or edibles \n\nLike edibles, capsules can take a long time to kick in, because you have to digest them. But on the other hand, they also have long-lasting effects. So, for those suffering from extreme insomnia, waking up multiple times throughout the night after successfully falling asleep, CBD capsules may be the best option for relief throughout the entire night.\n\nIf you want to try CBD capsules, set a daily reminder at least two hours before your normal bedtime to prompt you to take your capsules. \n\n### Bonus Tips If You’re Thinking of Using CBD to Help With Insomnia \n\nNot everyone feels the benefits of CBD immediately, but only begin to really feel its effects with daily doses of the cannabinoid after some time. So, if you’re thinking about trying CBD, be sure you can commit to at least one full month of daily doses before forming an opinion on its effectiveness. \n\nIt’s also vitally important to buy CBD products from companies you trust. This is especially true for hemp-derived CBD products, because the Food and Drug Administration doesn’t regulate them very closely.\n\nSo, make sure that your CBD comes from a company that only sources its hemp from the U.S. or Europe, uses safe extraction techniques and lab tests all of its products.  \n\nPhoto credit: [Ruby Schmank](https://unsplash.com/@rubyschmank) \n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/14b42/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.jpg","srcSet":"/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/f836f/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.jpg 200w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/2244e/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.jpg 400w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/14b42/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.jpg 800w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/47498/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.jpg 1200w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/0e329/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.jpg 1600w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/62536/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.jpg 2635w","srcWebp":"/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/58556/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/61e93/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.webp 200w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/1f5c5/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.webp 400w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/58556/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.webp 800w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/99238/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.webp 1200w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/7c22d/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.webp 1600w,\n/static/ec661ee0999f8d6220c09be35bb051e6/492eb/74e0db404253d5c975582a1ce4d148ec.webp 2635w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2859-markdown","title":"5 Sleep Disorders Cannabis Can Help Alleviate","slug":"5-sleep-disorders-cannabis-can-help-alleviate","content":"If you’re reading this after a restful, rejuvenating night of sleep, count your blessings. For nearly [35% of American adults, high-quality sleep is hard to come by](https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2016/p0215-enough-sleep.html). The problem with sleep has become so bad, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have even declared lack of sleep a national epidemic. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nThe things that can keep you up at night can include:\n\n* Stress\n* Breathing issues\n* Night terrors\n* Chronic pain\n\nBut there’s some good news: Cannabis is a natural way to treat these issues and has been proven effective at easing sleeplessness. \n\nHere are five sleep disorders along with five cannabis products that can help treat them. \n\n\n### 1. Cannabis Plus Melatonin Can Help Ease Insomnia \n\nIt’s 3 a.m., and you’re still awake. Finally, you fade into sleep, only to wake up two hours later. If this sounds familiar, chances are you’re suffering from insomnia. Here’s a shocking statistic: [One in four Americans develops insomnia each year](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/06/180605154114.htm). \n\nInsomnia can encapsulate a range of symptoms like: \n\n* Having trouble falling and staying asleep\n* Frequent sleeplessness at least three times per week for a month\n* Lack of sleep due to stress\n* Bad sleep quality\n\nIn 2011, a study in _The Journal of Cannabis in Clinical Practice_ looked at 116 participants with sleep disorders. Of those interviewed in the study, 79% reported better sleep quality thanks to the help of medical marijuana. \n\nCannabis, specifically indica-based products, helps ease insomnia by promoting muscle relaxation and imparting anti-anxiety and pain-relieving properties. It also seems to reduce the amount of REM sleep and increase the amount of deep sleep, which is the most restorative phase of sleep. \n\nRELATED: [HOW CAN I USE CANNABIS TO EASE MY INSOMNIA?](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5acaeda9f24d1300077ccbc3/how-can-i-use-cannabis-to-ease-my-insomnia)\n\nIf you have trouble falling and staying asleep, a product to try is the aptly named [Sensi Chew Insomnia](https://www.hellomd.com/products/57872308d21f090007000128/insomnia-with-melatonin). This is a high-potency indica taffy that will ease you into a deep sleep and keep you there for up to six hours.\n\nIndica marijuana strains are already known to be more sedative and better equipped to help with sleep than sativas are. But Sensi Chew Insomnia has the added bonus of melatonin, another natural sleep aid. \n\nRELATED: [A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ALLEVIATING INSOMNIA](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b50baae8904b90007731b3d/a-holistic-approach-to-alleviating-insomnia)\n\n### 2. Some Cannabis Is a Bronchodilator, so Can Help Treat Sleep Apnea\n\n[Sleep apnea is an incredibly common condition](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a35c6b7100a820006562f26/cannabis-may-reduce-symptoms-of-sleep-apnea) that can be very scary for those living with it. It’s a chronic condition that causes pauses in breathing during sleep or breathing so shallow that a person doesn’t inhale enough oxygen.\n\nThe lack of oxygen, which can last for just a few seconds or more than minute, wakes the person suffering from apnea with a start and disrupts their sleep throughout the night. Beyond just disrupting sleep, this disorder can lead to other undesirable health conditions like heart trouble and high blood pressure. \n\nA 2002 study from the University of Illinois looked at animals with sleep apnea to test whether tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or oleamide—another cannabinoid naturally found in cannabis—could help. Researchers found that [cannabis was effective in stabilizing breathing and respiration during sleep](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12071539). \n\nIt’s still unclear exactly how the relationship between cannabis and breathing works, but there’s at least one study that can help illuminate the answer. Although it’s admittedly dated and the test pool small, a 1973 study published in the _New England Journal of Medicine_ concluded that [cannabis can actually act as a bronchodilator](https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJM197305102881902), increasing the activity in the central respiratory system and opening up air passages.\n\nIf you’re interested in treating sleep apnea with cannabis, try a [Dosist Sleep vaporizer pen](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5806908323698800071d25b6/sleep). This disposable pen is a good one to keep in the drawer of your beside table, so you can easily access it at bedtime. This CBD-rich pen will help calm and relax the mind to help get you ready for sleep. And the THC can help act as a bronchodilator to expand the airways and increase air flow while you sleep. \n\n[Pinene, a terpene found in many cannabis strains](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5b84822681fea20008e62ba0/know-your-terpenes-pinene), has also been proven to be a bronchodilator. So, any cannabis products that contain pinene could also be a good choice for sleep apnea sufferers.  \n\n### 3. Let Marijuana Relax You so That You Can Stop Grinding Your Teeth \n\nBruxism is a fancy way of describing incessant teeth grinding. If you routinely wake up with a sore jaw, your dentist notices damage to your teeth, and/or you often feel headaches starting in the temples, you may be grinding your teeth in your sleep. \n\nThis odd-sounding habit isn’t all that odd. It affects many Americans, causing symptoms like: \n\n* Extremely sensitive teeth\n* Soreness throughout the jaw muscles\n* Pain similar to an earache\n* Tooth wear\n* Damage to teeth or dental restorations like crowns. \n\nThe main cause of bruxism is stress. When we experience intense stress in our daily lives, our minds can encourage our bodies to deal with it in very weird ways, like grinding teeth throughout the night. The good news is that cannabis can help ease stress and the pain it can create. \n\nIf you’re dealing with bruxism, try including [Wildflower CBD+ Relief tincture](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b57ae8402f1740001523015/cbd-relief) in your evening/nighttime routine. This CBD product will help provide pain relief, manage stress and anxiety, and relax the muscles while you sleep, without any psychoactive effects. And since it’s made with hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD), it can be bought and shipped anywhere in the United States. \n\n### 4. CBD Can Keep You Awake at the Right Times to Get Narcolepsy Under Control \n\nAccording to the [Narcolepsy Network, an estimated one in 2,000 Americans suffer from this sleep disorder](https://narcolepsynetwork.org/about-narcolepsy/narcolepsy-fast-facts/). Narcolepsy is different than the other conditions on this list, because it’s known to cause excessive sleepiness, not a lack of sleep. The issue is that this drowsiness often comes during the day, which can cause unusual patterns in REM sleep when going to bed at night.\n\nAn individual suffering from narcolepsy can be overcome with sleepiness while driving a car, at work or any other activity that requires being alert. And battling sleepiness during the day with a lot of caffeine can worsen the issue.\n\nLuckily, there’s a better alternative. \n\nWhile it may sound funny since this article suggests cannabis products can help people fall and stay asleep, CBD can actually help you stay awake, too. At lower doses, CBD can be the energizing boost you need to get through your day. \n\nIf you’re looking to marijuana to try to stabilize your sleep patterns, try a [Pure Ratios CBD  vape cartridge](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b985b85d4b1b9f913c11e51/cbd-hemp-vape-cartridge) to help you stay alert and awake throughout the day. Since there’s very little THC in this product, you can use this during the day without ever feeling the typical THC high. Just be sure to stick to one or two puffs. Dosing more than that can lead to sedation and relaxation.\n\n### 5. Keep PTSD-Induced Night Terrors at Bay With Indica-Dominant Cannabis\n\nPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be caused by all sorts of things, from a car accident to being in a war zone. PTSD can manifest itself in many ways, including night terrors that keep sufferers from getting the good night’s sleep they need. Cannabis can help treat PTSD with its anti-anxiety and anti-depressant properties, but it can also have a very specific benefit when it comes to nightmares.\n\nThe same 1973 study about cannabinoids and sleep mentioned earlier discovered that THC (and a synthetic version of THC called synhexl) has a very interesting effect on sleep patterns. When we sleep, we move through five sleep stages. [After consuming cannabis, Stage 4 (deep sleep, which is known to be the most restorative) increases](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a7b94a8f24d1300077ccb39/does-cannabis-reduce-rem-sleep-and-your-ability-to-dream) and REM sleep (where the majority, but not all, dreaming occurs) decreases. \n\nTo be clear, REM sleep is important. Some doctors believe it’s when much-needed oxygen is sent to the cornea of the eye, and many see dreams as a way to emotionally process trauma and/or grief. But for those suffering from extreme PTSD struggling with night terrors for days on end with no sleep, cannabis can be a necessary respite from those nightmares. \n\nIf PTSD-induced night terrors are affecting your sleep, try [Bloom Farms Nighttime vape cartridge](https://www.hellomd.com/products/57ae2f18831ad400073a91ea/nighttime-highlighter-refill) before bed to help get a restful and hopefully dreamless night’s sleep. This vape cartridge is packed with a powerful indica blend that will help you relax into sleep and melt away the anxiety and stress of the day.\n\nPhoto credit: [Brina Blum](https://unsplash.com/@brina_blum) \n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) index of articles. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/14b42/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.jpg","srcSet":"/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/f836f/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.jpg 200w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/2244e/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.jpg 400w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/14b42/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.jpg 800w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/47498/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.jpg 1200w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/0e329/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.jpg 1600w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/8182b/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.jpg 3651w","srcWebp":"/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/58556/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/61e93/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.webp 200w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/1f5c5/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.webp 400w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/58556/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.webp 800w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/99238/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.webp 1200w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/7c22d/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.webp 1600w,\n/static/877aed34a279e4d46161de5672b31468/208dd/6133e46c26e6d67b1f8b201980246201.webp 3651w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2818-markdown","title":"Keeping Your Pet Healthy With Hemp-Derived CBD","slug":"keeping-your-pet-healthy-with-hemp-derived-cbd","content":"If you’re a pet owner, you know that sinking feeling when your furry friend just isn’t acting alright. Maybe they’re not eating with abandon like usual. Or maybe they can’t bring themselves to leave their bed for morning walkies. You know they may be ill, or maybe they’re stressed or anxious, but unfortunately you can’t ask them what’s wrong, and they can’t tell you where it hurts. It’s probably the most stressful part of being a fur mom or dad. \n\nA trip to the vet is sometimes in order, but as with us humans, many of the pharmaceuticals prescribed to animals come with a laundry list of side effects. Luckily, there’s a natural medicine that pet owners can turn to for some acute situations, as well as for preventative treatment. \n\nThat medicine is cannabis.\n\n“Wait a minute,” you may be thinking. “I’m not going to get my dog or cat stoned.” Of course, that’s not what we’re suggesting. There’s a way you can harness the benefits of the cannabis plant for your furry family member without any psychoactivity—and that’s with the use of hemp.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n### What Is Hemp?\n\nHemp is a variety of the cannabis plant, _Cannabis sativa_. Psychoactive recreational and medical marijuana products come from a version of the _Cannabis sativa_ plant that contains cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)—along with a battery of other cannabinoids and terpenes.\n\nBut hemp plants have almost exclusively CBD, the non-psychoactive cannabinoid. In fact, by law, hemp plants must only contain less than 0.3% THC, a negligible amount that doesn’t cause a head high. \n\n### CBD & Its Benefits\n\nSo, CBD products made from hemp won’t give the consumer a psychoactive experience, but they will be able to reap CBD’s benefits. The cannabinoid has been shown to help with:\n\n* Inflammation\n* Pain\n* Nausea and vomiting\n* High blood sugar \n* Anxiety\n* Stress \n* Epilepsy\n\nRELATED: [USING CBD TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PET'S ANXIETY](https://hellomd.com/articles/using-cbd-to-take-care-of-your-pets-anxiety)\n\n### Is CBD OK for Animals?\n\nThe reason that so many humans find relief from a variety of health conditions with CBD is because the cannabinoid acts on the endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS is a network of receptors that’s pretty much found in every part of the body. The ECS influences so many processes including:\n\n* Digestion\n* Pain\n* Inflammation\n* Hunger\n* Mood \n\nThe body makes endocannabinoids naturally that bind with the ECS receptors to affect these mechanisms. But sometimes the body doesn’t make enough of its own endocannabinoids. \n\nResearchers now think that an unbalanced ECS has a lot to do with many health problems. And a way to top up natural endocannabinoid levels and help balance the ECS is to supplement with cannabinoids from cannabis.\n\nSo, how does this relate to our pets’ health? Well, animals also have an ECS. This means that a sick animal could benefit from a balanced ECS, and can balance theirs using cannabis, too. \n\n### Why Should I Give My Pet Hemp-Derived CBD?\n\nIf you’re interested in treating your pet with cannabis, CBD is your best bet. As we’ve said, it’s non-psychoactive and can address a range of problems from anxiety to arthritis. And the easiest form of CBD to obtain, and the form you can be sure won’t give your pet a head high, is hemp-derived CBD. \n\nCBD made from hemp is available no matter what state you live in—even if there aren’t any medical marijuana laws on the books. Hemp CBD products formulated for humans will work fine for dogs or cats, but now some companies are making CBD products especially for pets.\n\nOne such company developing CBD products for animals is Holistic Hound. The company makes CBD dog treats in two different sizes, so you can choose the dose that’s right for your pup. The brand also produces a CBD-rich hemp oil. If your pet isn’t into crunchy treats, this oil can simply be drizzled onto their food or mixed with anything else they eat for easy medication.\n\nHolistic Hound says it gets feedback from pet owners that its products have helped:\n\n* Calm anxious dogs\n* Stop nighttime anxiety\n* Settle dogs down around strangers\n* Ease digestive distress due to Crohn’s disease \n* Relieve sore hips\n\n### Questions to Ask When Choosing Hemp CBD for Your Pet\n\n* **Where did the CBD come from?** Because hemp is largely unregulated, it’s very easy to purchase hemp-derived CBD that’s inferior in quality and has been extracted through dangerous means. \n\n> Substandard CBD won’t actually have too much of the cannabinoid in it and will therefore lack the benefits of CBD. Plus, [the hemp plant is what’s known as a bioacculumator](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-to-watch-out-for-when-buying-hemp-cbd-oil). This means that it absorbs chemicals from the soil and those chemicals are stored in the plant’s tissues. So, if the plant is farmed using any pesticides, they may show up in the final product. \n\n> Some questionable extraction methods could leave traces of harmful chemicals in the CBD, again something you don’t want your beloved pet ingesting.\n\n> When doing your research on hemp-derived CBD products for your pet, make sure the company sources its hemp from the United States or Europe. Steer clear of hemp grown in China and Indonesia, which is known for being less than healthy. \n\n* ** Was the CBD lab tested?** A quality company will have all of its products lab tested by a third party for purity. Most reputable companies will say on their product labels and website that their products are lab tested. They may even provide the lab results, too. \n\n* ** What’s the label say?** Just as if you were shopping for yourself, scrutinize the hemp CBD labels to make sure there’s nothing added that will harm your pet. Ingredients you have trouble pronouncing or that you’ve never heard of before can be an easy way to spot products that may not be the best choice. \n\nRight here in the HelloMD office, many of us have turned to CBD treats to help our pets live their best lives. In fact, co-founder Pamela Hadfield credits CBD for helping her dog, Desmond, ease his shoulder pain at 14 in his last year and a half of life. Others have turned to CBD to help their dogs get their appetite back, move better and calm down when it’s time to go in the car or when they have to stay home on their own.\n\nAnd really, you don’t have to wait until your pet is visibly sick to treat them with CBD. Many in the cannabis industry believe that humans should think of the cannabinoid as a vitamin or supplement, something you can take daily to boost your health and help prevent problems in the future. And the same can go for your cat or dog—CBD can be your pet’s ticket to maintaining good health for years to come. \n\nPhoto credit: [rawpixel.com](https://www.pexels.com/@rawpixel)","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/14b42/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.jpg","srcSet":"/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/f836f/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.jpg 200w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/2244e/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.jpg 400w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/14b42/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.jpg 800w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/47498/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.jpg 1200w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/0e329/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.jpg 1600w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/541f7/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.jpg 3685w","srcWebp":"/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/58556/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/61e93/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.webp 200w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/1f5c5/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.webp 400w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/58556/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.webp 800w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/99238/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.webp 1200w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/7c22d/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.webp 1600w,\n/static/2e283557c36e997941aeba5b9c5c528a/3726b/6490e35a6d7fbb1f50befe65efeb6ba5.webp 3685w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":5,"currentPage":1,"id":5389,"name":"Insomnia","slug":"insomnia","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}