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CBD seems to have quite a few benefits for health & wellness, but how is that possible?

The Endocannabinoid System
CBD works by interacting with a system in the body called the endocannabinoid system (or ECS). The endocannabinoid system is made up of a network of neurotransmitters and receptors that can be found all over the body. The two main kinds of receptors present in the endocannabinoid system are CB1 receptors and CB2 receptors. CB1 receptors are primarily found in the brain and seem to play a critical role in things like muscle spasms, sleep patterns, chronic pain, and appetite stimulation. On the other hand, CB2 receptors exist in the immune system and vascular system and appear to be primarily responsible for inflammation.

CBD + The ECS
Neurotransmitters naturally found in the endocannabinoid system are nearly identical to cannabinoids found in cannabis plants. That means your body naturally creates compounds similar to cannabinoids! This is what allows cannabinoids like CBD and THC to interact with your body’s endocannabinoid system- because CBD, THC, and other cannabinoids are so similar to the neurotransmitters naturally released by our endocannabinoid system, they’re able to act similarly in the body. The endocannabinoid system helps regulate a lot of things, like the immune system, fight-or-flight responses (and other psychological responses), neurogenesis (new cell production), and more. A review published in 2006 states that: “Modulating the activity of the endocannabinoid system turned out to hold therapeutic promise in a wide range of disparate diseases and pathological conditions, ranging from mood and anxiety disorders, movement disorders such as Parkinson’s and Huntington’s disease, neuropathic pain, multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury, to cancer, atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction, stroke, hypertension, glaucoma, obesity/metabolic syndrome, and osteoporosis. CBD is capable of modulating the activity of the endocannabinoid system, and although more research is needed to know exactly what CBD can and can’t do, the implications here are major. Many of the conditions listed above are ones where treatments are sorely lacking, and the potential that CBD shows now could mean life-changing options in the future.

Kava is a plant from the South Pacific islands. Indigenous people there have used the roots of the kava plant for a long time to aid in relaxation, and also for other effects. When you drink kava, it affects the GABA receptors in the brain in a way that can make you feel calm, relaxed, and happy. Kava comes in different forms like powder, tea, or ready-to-drink tonics, and it’s enjoyed at social gatherings or for a quiet moment alone. It’s popular because people note getting relaxation without feeling foggy or sleepy.

To enjoy GÜD Tonics safely and effectively, start with one quarter to one half of a bottle to see how it affects you, as each bottle contains about two servings. Remember, you can always take more, but you can’t go back and take less. Always start with a smaller amount to understand how it makes you feel when you try a new substance for the first time. This approach helps ensure you enjoy the benefits of the tonic comfortably and safely.

King K Shots are premium kratom extract shots available in two strengths: Silver (150mg mitragynine) and Gold (300mg mitragynine). They are designed to provide a quick, effective energy boost and enhanced focus, using all-natural ingredients.

King K Shots offer a natural alternative for energy and focus, ideal for those needing a boost for their day-to-day activities or during demanding tasks. They are also enhanced with black pepper extract to increase absorption and effectiveness.

Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree that’s native to Southeast Asia, where kratom leaves have been used for hundreds of years in native medicine. Belonging to the coffee family, it harbors a diverse array of alkaloids known to produce a wide spectrum of effects. There are various methods to cultivate and process kratom, each contributing to its unique qualities and effects. Our commitment to quality begins with sourcing from a family-owned farm in Pontianak, Indonesia. To guarantee safety and consistency, every batch undergoes rigorous lab testing, reflecting our dedication to providing the finest Kratom.

Kratom is able to have an effect on the body because of the alkaloids present in the leaves. Kratom interacts with the body’s mu-sedative receptors, primarily located in the brain. Mitragynine and 7-hydroxy mitragynine are two key alkaloids believed to be pivotal in producing the effects of Kratom that go from relaxation to stimulation.

The most common types of Kratom are:

• White Kratom
• Green Kratom
• Red Kratom

GRH Kratom even supplies Gold Kratom and Yellow Kratom as consumers are becoming more aware of the benefits Kratom can offer. In general, the color of the kratom plant is dictated by the stage of life the plant is in when harvested. For example, White is harvested when the plant is in its early life stage. Green is picked when the plant is reaching maturity. Red is when the plant is mature and the leaves have a rich crimson color. Gold is from a late stage of development, when the leaves have a shimmering hint of gold against a backdrop of red. Finally, Yellow kratom, a unique color not tied to harvesting time. It is created through a special drying process, possibly involving extended sun exposure on some farms.

As we’ve said a few times, the effects of CBD are entirely therapeutic, not recreational- CBD won’t get you high or make you feel intoxicated at all. Instead, there are numerous studies on the potential therapeutic properties of CBD, and how it may be beneficial for dozens of illnesses.

The US government has only approved one medication made from CBD: it’s called Epidiolex, a prescription version of CBD.

It’s only available to a very small number of people- Epidiolex has specifically been approved for use in patients with two forms of rare childhood epilepsy. The two forms of epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, are especially severe, rare, intractable seizure disorders, which means they do not respond to traditional seizure medication. For children with these rare diseases, having numerous dangerous, sometimes life-threatening, seizures a day can be the norm. In order to be approved to try Epidiolex, a patient must have tried at least 3 or 4 other epilepsy medications without success.

Epidiolex is the only government-approved CBD medication, but that’s not stopping people from trying CBD for themselves, and for a range of illnesses.

There’s quite a lot of research on CBD making its way into the light these days, with more studies being published and shared all the time. These studies provide a good idea of just how many things CBD may be helpful for.

Studies have found CBD to be beneficial for:

• Cancer-related symptoms
• Seizures / Epilepsy
• Anxiety / Depression
• Insomnia (and other sleep disorders)
• Pain / Inflammation
• Diabetes
• Neuropathy
• Cardiovascular disease
• Arthritis
• Spasticity / Muscle spasms
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Fibromyalgia
• PTSD
• Stress

If you think there may not be a whole lot of evidence on CBD and these conditions, think again! Project CBD, a non-profit centered around CBD & CBD research, lists 19 studies on CBD + inflammation, and 21 studies on CBD + pain relief on their website, and that’s just one website’s list. There are plenty of other places compiling sources as well, including us- here’s our blog post on recent research. The amount of information on CBD continues to grow, and the more we learn, the more good it seems CBD might be able to do.

If you work somewhere that does mandatory drug testing, you may be nervous about taking CBD, as it is a cannabinoid. Let’s break down whether or not CBD could show up on a drug test: First of all, it’s highly unlikely that a CBD product will make you test positive for marijuana. That includes multiple kinds of CBD products, like CBD edibles.

There are a few different ways of extracting CBD from hemp plants, and most of these extraction methods are very expensive and very time consuming. Cheaper methods of extraction tend to be less precise, and can also leave harmful chemicals behind in the final product. For these reasons, it’s often completely worth it to use a more advanced extraction method, even if it costs considerably more than other extraction methods. Instead of talking about all the different extraction methods, we’ll focus on the methods we use for extracting our CBD.