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CBD stands for cannabidiol, and it is one of the main active ingredients in cannabis. CBD has been known for a long time, first being discovered way back in 1940, though research into its effects has only just started taking place. In many places, the active ingredient within the cannabis plant, CBD, is legal while the cannabis plant itself still remains illegal. This varies based on where you are, and we’ll discuss more about CBD’s legal status in the UK and in the rest of Europe later on.

The scientific certainties behind CBD have not yet been concluded. However, a vast range of studies, as well as significant anecdotal evidence suggests the wide reaching benefits of CBD. These benefits included: CBD for mental health: potentially helping deal with specific anxiety disorders, supporting stress relief, supporting hormonal balance to regulate mood and in some cases help combat depressive thought. CBD for sleep: some evidence has been found to suggest CBD may support a more regulated sleep pattern, and in some cases, has successfully helped to treat sleep conditions such as insomnia. CBD for physical health: including some evidence CBD can be used to treat acute pain, and may also support the body’s response to conditions such as arthritis. CBD for gut and hormonal health: some studies have linked CBD to supporting gut microbiome, as well as hormonal homeostasis.

Adaptogens are ancient plants and herbs that have the unique ability to enhance human resilience to stress. Adaptogens help us "adapt" to numerous environmental stressors that challenge our internal balance. Adaptogens are different from nootropics in the sense that adaptogens have a non-specific response within the body - i.e. adaptogenic benefits are widespread, instead of focussing on a particular concern. Adaptogens control our bodies natural response to stress by regulating the release of cortisol. Adaptogens enhance three distinct body systems: the nervous, immune and endocrine system.

There have been many studies over the course of the past decade about whether or not CBD can work as a sleeping aid. Studies have found that groups of people using CBD before bed had, on average, longer sleep times than those who did not. Insomnia occurs because of unusual levels of cortisol in people at night time. Cortisol is the stress hormone, and in most bodies, the level of cortisol peaks during the morning so that people can be alert. In the case of people with insomnia, their peaks are typically at night before bed. Some studies have shown that CBD consumption can help reduce the levels of cortisol that people have.