The Science Behind CBD: How it Works With Your Body For Natural Relief

Let’s break it down. Cannabis, also known as marijuana among other names, is a psychoactive drug that has been used to treat pain as far back as 2900 B.C. (Trusted Source). Recent studies have shown that certain non-psychoactive components of the Cannabis plant, including CBD, are responsible for its pain-relieving effects. While Marijuana is a drug-type of cannabis plant grown for its THC, used to produce varying psychotropic effects, Hemp is a variety of the Cannabis plant that contains low concentrations of THC and is used for a more therapeutic effect. It is legal in most countries with limited amounts of THC.

The science behind high-quality CBD can be easily explained. Once you understand the way that CBD interacts with the mammalian body, you’ll begin to understand the vast range of opportunities there may be for CBD to provide relief for you or someone in your life.

While the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate the purity or safety of the substance, CBD is considered safe when purchased from a trustworthy manufacturer with 3rd party testing.

How Does CBD Work Within Your Body?

CBD is one of many cannabinoids found in the hemp (cannabis) plant. As you read this, your body is generating its own cannabinoids that will interact with one of your body’s best-kept secrets—the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Its purposes range from neuroprotection to regulation of your immune system, impacting things like appetite, sleep, mood, and pain.

In addition to endocannabinoids, the ECS is comprised of an expansive network of receptors. These receptors are located on surfaces of cells scattered throughout your body and will ultimately bind with the endocannabinoids being transported throughout your bloodstream.

This binding event stimulates the production of crucial chemicals that regulate our bodily systems such as neurotransmitters (nervous system), cytokines (immune system), and hormones (endocrine system).

CBD, along with the other naturally occurring compounds in the hemp plant, can act as a catalyst in the self-healing process by initiating an increase in the production of organic chemicals vital to maintaining homeostasis. health and overall balance. The synergistic relationship between CBD and these other natural components is called the “Entourage Effect.”

What Are The Effects of CBD?

Interacting with the Endocannabinoid System is the most prevalent way that CBD impacts the functionality of our body. CBD can protect your endocannabinoids from being broken down by enzymes, allowing more of them to be available for binding with the ECS. The more binding, the more chemicals released. The more readily chemicals are released, the better your body will be at regulating and maintaining homeostasis.

The non-psychoactive properties of CBD make it ideal for therapeutic use. Some studies show that CBD may help reduce chronic pain by impacting endocannabinoid receptor activity, reducing inflammation and interacting with neurotransmitters (Trusted Source). There have been multiple studies showing that a combination of CBD and THC can be effective in treating pain related to sciatic nerves, multiple sclerosis and arthritis.

CBD has also been extremely effective in providing relief from anxiety, stress, depression, and other physical ailments.

What is the Most Effective Way To Take CBD?

The effects of high-quality CBD can vary from person to person as well as product to product. Products may vary in the amount of CBD and other natural compounds are in it. Tinctures, Topicals, Edibles, Capsules, Smokables and the other forms of CBD products all vary in effectiveness and purpose.

The rate and degree at which the CBD is absorbed into your bloodstream (also referred to as Bioavailability) is one of the most important factors in the performance of CBD products. For this reason, edibles, capsules and other CBD products consumed through your stomach and digestive tract are the least effective way to take your CBD.

When CBD is swallowed it goes immediately to the stomach, where it is subjected to the digestive process, slowly absorbed by the small intestine, and taken directly to the liver where it is broken down. This process is called first pass metabolism and is the worst method of administering CBD because most of the CBD is destroyed before it comes in contact with your endocannabinoid system.

Bioavailability of CBD varies greatly depending on the method of administration. The averages for CBD bioavailability by method of administration are:

• 6% – 15% for oral (swallowed and digested by the GI system)
• 35% for oromucosal (absorbed directly through the mouth)
• 34%-46% for intranasal (applied through the nose)
• 40% for vaporized (absorbed through the lungs)

Tinctures & Topicals

Two of the most popular methods of taking CBD to maximize bioavailability include Topicals and Tinctures.

Generally speaking, individuals who may only need occasional relief from aches and pains in specific areas may be satisfied with a high quality CBD pain cream. Topical CBD pain creams are especially popular among older adults and other individuals suffering from chronic pain caused by conditions like arthritis and Sciatica. For others looking for more long-term, consistent benefits, a high quality CBD tincture spray incorporated into a regular wellness routine may do the trick. CBD tinctures are popular among those who need daily relief from pain, inflammation, anxiety, and depression.

To truly maximize your CBD benefits, it is often recommended to use a variety of CBD products in combination to promote synergy within your body through the entourage effect. Each CBD product brings its own unique benefits through its combination of cannabinoids and terpenes, and our bodies use these compounds in different ways. Utilizing a CBD tincture for daily use may help your body find a new equilibrium, and a CBD pain cream may be able to help with those occasional flare-ups of pain. Try a range of CBD products to find the combination that works best for your individual needs.

We’ve learned that by increasing the length of time that tinctures and sprays remain in the mouth, one may increase overall absorption. More studies need to be performed to determine what other factors improve bioavailability. For both mouth sprays and tinctures, it is currently recommended to hold the CBD liquid under the tongue for 30-60 seconds before swallowing.

Does CBD Have THC in it?

CBD products vary in natural compounds, including THC. The 3 different forms of CBD products that you can buy are:

1. Full-Spectrum
2. Broad-Spectrum
3. CBD Isolate

Full-Spectrum CBD Products

Full-spectrum is a term used to describe an extraction method that includes all cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids from the hemp plant, including trace amounts of THC (the legal limit is <.3%). All full-spectrum products contain a small amount of THC. Studies have shown that using all components of the hemp plant together can have a better effect than when leaving parts out.

While Full Spectrum extraction includes all cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids from the hemp plant, it is inconsistent depending on the variations present in each hemp plant. Variations can be caused from things like amount of sunlight exposure, food and water intake, and more. This is why you have to be careful who you are getting your hemp products from. At Redeem Therapeutics, we promise pharmaceutical-grade, balanced and consistent products every time.

Optimal Spectrum™ CBD is Redeem Therapeutics’ honest solution to the muddied waters of this saturated industry. We know that no two hemp plants are exactly alike. We test our products with every step of the process, and when variance in nature causes concentrations to fall short of the optimal mix, we redeem the solution with natural cannabinoids and terpenes to deliver safe, consistent, and balanced CBD. This ensures that you get the same CBD product each time, and promises that each product is carefully hand-crafted to restore your body’s natural ability to heal itself.

Broad-Spectrum CBD Products

Broad-Spectrum CBD products contain the full range of cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids with the intentional removal of THC. THC isn’t for everyone, so we decided to introduce this line of Broad-spectrum CBD oil spray for anyone who has a reason to steer clear of THC. Experience the superior consistency and effectiveness that comes from Redeem’s proprietary formulation.

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CBD Isolate

Often called “pure CBD,” this simply means that all terpenes, flavonoids, and cannabinoids other than CBD have been removed by a process that precipitates crystalline CBD out of the extract. The crystalline CBD is then dissolved in a carrier oil, such as MCT, and provided as a tincture. CBD Isolate products are made with only the CBD from the hemp plant, while all other natural compounds have been removed.

Why Redeem™?

Grown by Nature, Perfect by Science. We Are Redeem Therapeutics.

Redeem™ bridges the gap between natural alternatives and pharmaceutical precision. Our unique perspective is formed by the scientific discipline of more than 60 years in the pharmaceutical industry. We offer Full-Spectrum and Broad-Spectrum CBD Products. All Redeem™ CBD products are made from 100% organic hemp & Crafted in the Carolinas. The Redeem™ team adheres to cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and 3rd party testing so that you’ll never have to wonder about the quality of what’s in your bottle.

The number and concentrations of cannabinoids and terpenes in full-spectrum products offered by most CBD companies is not standardized. The mix of cannabinoids and terpenes differs in each cannabis plant with each grow season, from farm to farm, in different locations within a field, and with inconsistencies in the processing methods. Due to this variability, CBD consumers may buy the same product over and over again and experience varying beneficial effects with every new purchase.

When the natural variation falls short, we redeem the solution of terpenes, flavonoids and cannabinoids for a consistent product every time. That’s the Redeem Promise.

Want to try the Redeem™ difference? Shop our Optimal Spectrum CBD Products online today.

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We used cGMP compliant processes and test each lot of product for key cannabinoids and terpenes. Then, we add back any compound that is below our minimum specification. If our product works for you today, it will work the same with each subsequent purchase. 

With this newfound knowledge on the science behind CBD and how it interacts with your body, you can find your new favorite CBD product with Redeem Therapeutics!

At Redeem, we are only satisfied with the best. Whether you’re enjoying our easy-to-use CBD tincture sprays, our new CBD topical pain cream, or our paws-itively amazing CBD oil for dogs and cats, you can be confident you are using high-quality, organically grown CBD.

Take back your health today with Redeem Therapeutics.