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Dragonfly CBD 500, £40 (dragonflycbd.com)
Thesedrops deliver CBD in a filtered form, with
allthenaturally occurring cannabinoids, terpenes
(thechemical compounds that affect our senses)
andwaxes reduced. Its lighter flavour and
consistency make it ideal for new users; start on
a lowdose and build up gradually to 12-15mg.TRYITFOR...
FAST-ACTING WELLNESS
Goodbody Botanicals MAX CBD Oil Drops,
£79.99(goodbodybotanicals.com) Taking
dropsunder the tongue is the quickest way to
getCBDinto your system. These peppermint-
flavoureddrops are made from Goodbody’s
uniqueblend of broad-spectrum cannabinoids
andhemp terpenes. At 15 per cent CBD, a few
dropswilldeliver a relatively high dosage.TRY IT FOR... OVERALL WELLBEING
DR CBD Rx Cloud Spray £35.99 (drcbdrx.
co.uk) Created by UK pharmacist Tom
Chapman who specialises in plant extracts for
medical use, Cloud Spray technology delivers a
fine mist of CBD droplets from beneath the
tongue directly into the bloodstream. Choose
from six dosages, ranging from 10mg to 100mg;
ach spray action delivers a 200 microlitres.TRY IT FOR...
ADAILY ALL-ROUNDER
High Strength CBD Oil Capsules, £12.95
(healthspan.co.uk) These all-natural, high-
quality capsules can be taken with water one
to three times daily; the addition of olive oil
optimises CBD’s absorption into the body.
Each capsule contains 6.4mg CBD; take one
to three with water throughout the day.TRY IT FOR... RELAXATION
Zoetic Natural CBD £45-75 (zoetic.uk.com).
This vegan-friendly, smooth-tasting tincture is
recommended for relaxation and comes in two
different strengths – 500mg and 1,000mg.
Each 30ml bottle contains 30 servings; hold
the oil under your tongue or mix with your
favourite food or drink.CBD FOR HEALTH
As mentioned above, CBD interacts with the
endocannabinoid system to offer potential benefits
such as better sleep, reduced anxiety and pain
control – but CBD companies can’t make these
claims on their packaging. A 2017 British Journal
of Pharmacology review identified growing
evidence to suggest CBD could help anxiety-
related and substance-abuse disorders – although
more studies are needed to determine the exact
mechanisms involved. Another small 2019 US
study found CBD may help short-term sleep
problems. In short, the jury’s still out – but the
results so far are hugely encouraging. Meanwhile,
there’s a wealth of anecdotal evidence: Dr Brewer
herself, for example, takes CBD to promote a
good night’s sleep and wake up feeling refreshed.
CBD FOR FITNESS
With its touted anti-inflammatory and relaxing
properties, it’s no surprise CBD is being introduced
to a wide range of fitness products, such as
muscle rubs, to aid recovery and ease the pain of
injury. Pharmacist Tom Chapman explains, ‘CBD
has been shown to suppress the inflammatory
response, along with the neuropathic pain that
athletes may experience. It improves sleep quality,
important for recovery after exercise, and helps
address muscle soreness, tension and spasms.’
of the best
Keen to see if CBD works for you?
Here’s a selection of the best
products to get you started.Your CBD glossary
Endocannabinoid A natural compound found
in the human body.
Cannabinoid A natural compound found in
the cannabis plant.
Cannabidiol (CBD) A cannabinoid with health
benefits and no psychoactive properties.
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
The cannabinoid that is responsible for the
‘high’ of cannabis.
Agricultural hemp A cannabis plant that
contains less than 0.3% THC.
Narrow-spectrum CBD A CBD oil with other
cannabinoids, terpenes and waxes reduced.
Broad-spectrum CBD A CBD product that
contains other cannabinoids, but no THC.
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