Understanding CBD

It may come as a surprise, but you were made for CBD! We all were. All humans (and most animals too) have an endocannabinoid system (ECS) with receptors throughout our bodies. This system is involved in almost all brain and body functions, from our ability to handle pain, stress and anxiety to our mobility and muscle health. In short, it keeps our bodies in balance. CBD from hemp is a natural supplement that keeps this system, and you, in optimal health!

 

What is CBD (Cannabidiol)?

CBD stands for cannabidiol, a compound found naturally in hemp plants. More interesting than that is how CBD may support a sense of peace and wellness in human beings. Don’t worry, it’s not intoxicating, so you can add CBD to your everyday routine without experiencing a high.

Green Roads, is dedicated to improving your physical and mental health. They’ve crafted products with your busy life in mind. That said, the information out there about CBD can get overwhelming. Don’t worry. Let this serve as a resource for you as you learn more about how CBD can support your own health.

Green roads offers CBD in many forms. You may have seen people use sublingual CBD Oils, also known as CBD tinctures or CBD hemp oil. These oils are popular because they are absorbed under the tongue and take effect relatively quickly. However, we offer a range of products designed to plug into any lifestyle, including CBD-infused Coffee, CBD edibles, CBD topicals, and more.

Why do People Take CBD?

Some people take CBD because they need support for specific reasons while other people use it to enhance their overall well-being. But to fully understand the benefits of CBD, you need to first understand how it interacts with the body.

CBD is a type of compound called a cannabinoid. Cannabinoids work with a series of receptors in your body known as the endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS is involved in a lot of important jobs. These include regulating your anti-inflammatory response, immune system, appetite, mood, anxiety levels, sleep schedule and more. Basically, it helps keep your body in homeostasis. People take CBD because they want to support their ECS, and all the work it does.

Your ECS is closely related to your body’s homeostasis. Homeostasis is a biological balance in your body’s natural rhythms. Sometimes it’s described as equilibrium in your system. Homeostasis has a big impact on your overall wellbeing. New research is always emerging exploring the link between homeostasis, and physical, mental, and even emotional health.

Your body makes its own cannabinoids. These are called endocannabinoids. If you’ve ever had a runner’s high, you’ve experienced the work of endocannabinoids. When plants make this type of compound, they’re called phytocannabinoids. CBD is one of over a hundred types of phytocannabinoids found in hemp plants.

Where Does Our CBD Come From?

Green Road’s CBD comes from hemp grown on American farms that use the highest standards of cultivation. They only source our raw ingredients from plants that use the most advanced hemp extraction methods. They perform internal tests on these raw materials for metals, pesticides, solvents and more. They then formulate their award-winning line of CBD products and send them to an external lab for evaluation. They do this because their top priority is our commitment to our customers.

If you’re ready to take the plunge into CBD, Green Roads offers some great products to get you started. Available through Europa Sports Products.