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Muscle soreness and tension are all part of heavy exercise and physically demanding jobs. Therapies like massage can help with the recovery and healing process, but if you’re an athlete or manual worker, you could likely benefit from everyday support to soothe your tired muscles and speed up recovery.
Topical CBD products to the rescue! After learning about CBD from teammates and colleagues, or reading the many positive reviews online, many athletes and blue-collar workers have turned to CBD balms to provide the support and benefits their muscles need to recover from demanding workouts and jobs. The demand for CBD balms is higher than ever, and today there is a wide assortment of CBD balms to choose from, depending on your personal needs and application preferences.
Most who have used CBD balms have been happy with their experience. If you’re wondering whether CBD balms can help you, you’ve come to the right place. Here, we walk you through the information you need to find the right product from the right brand to deliver the types of soothing benefits you’re looking for.
Koi Full Spectrum CBD Balm is made with full spectrum hemp extract, delivering the full list of valuable cannabinoids, terpenes, vitamins, and other compounds naturally occurring in the plant. This includes an incredible 3,000 mg of CBD for more powerful topical support. A blend of a dozen soothing natural oils – such as eucalyptus leaf oil, rosemary leaf oil, spearmint oil, and lavender flower oil – offer an immediate soothing sensation. Why not also read: CBD Oil Vs Gummies
What is CBD?
CBD has quickly become a part of many people’s everyday wellness routines. CBD is short for cannabidiol, the second most prevalent chemical compound in the Cannabis Sativa plant. CBD was first discovered in the 1940s and recently became popular for its natural wellness and balancing benefits.
CBD is one of more than 100 cannabinoids found in the plant. THC, or Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, is the main psychoactive ingredient in the Cannabis Sativa plant and is the most widely known cannabinoid. The two compounds share numerous similarities but have one significant difference: Unlike THC, CBD doesn’t produce psychoactive effects. This difference has fueled the popularity of CBD among people looking for its wellness benefits but who prefer to avoid the euphoric effects that come with using THC. Our beginner's guide to CBD explains even more.
While CBD is often ingested, it also delivers exciting benefits when applied topically. CBD used to make CBD balm is extracted from hemp, a variety of the Cannabis Sativa plant that has extensive CBD yield and only traces amount of THC.
Is CBD Legal?
CBD is federally legal thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized hemp-derived cannabinoids containing less than 0.3% Delta 9 THC. However, state laws regarding CBD vary, so you should take time to confirm the legality of CBD in your location before purchasing from Koi.
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Every state is free to make its own laws on the regulation of CBD, and many states are actively making cannabis laws. Because these laws are fast-changing, you should stay informed on the progress of CBD laws in your jurisdiction.
Effects of CBD
CBD provides a distinct experience with many wellness and therapeutic benefits. Anyone who has tried other cannabinoids will find the CBD experience to be quite different.
CBD doesn’t produce any uplifting effects. It’s the much-awaited answer for cannabis fans only interested in the wellness and therapeutic benefits the plant has to offer. CBD doesn’t interact with the CB1 receptors in the brain to produce psychoactive effects. However, it does produce some cognitive benefits, such as improving concentration and focus.
Some of the range of effects you should expect to feel after taking CBD include:
Calmness and Relaxation
CBD's calmness and relaxation effects make it ideal to take the cannabinoid in the evening or at the end of a tough day when you want to relax.
The calming effects of CBD may help you handle tough situations, such as public speaking or events.
Energy and Focus
CBD can take the place of coffee in the morning. It can deliver a noticeable dose of energy in small servings to help you start your day. The upside of taking it in the morning is that its effects are long-lived and taper off, allowing you to remain functional even when it wears off. The same can’t be said for coffee, as you’re familiar with the mid-morning or afternoon caffeine crash.
Besides the energy boost, CBD can also help improve focus and concentration, helping you complete mentally challenging tasks more easily and even boosting creativity.
Improved Sleep
Taking CBD in the evening after work might help you sleep better. CBD's relaxing and calming benefits might help your brain slow down and unwind from the day’s events, making it easier for you to fall asleep. The discomfort support properties of CBD can also reduce sleep interruptions and make it easier to enjoy a night full of rest.
Besides the effects you feel when you take CBD, there are additional wellness benefits you can get from regularly taking CBD, such as:
Improved Digestive Health
CBD can positively impact gut health and the microbiome through anti-inflammatory support and providing balance to the microbiome. The effects of CBD on digestive health are most prevalent among people who take Full-Spectrum CBD products.
Nausea and Vomiting Management
Besides interacting with the Endocannabinoid System (ECS), CBD also interacts with other receptors, such as serotonin receptors, that regulate the hormone (serotonin) that affects well-being, mood, and behavior. This interaction can help reduce nausea and vomiting in CBD consumers with such challenges, which consequently helps improve appetite.
The exact effects and benefits of CBD vary from person to person. Because of the personal nature of CBD effects, you might have a slightly different experience. If you don’t get the desired effect, you may need to adjust your CBD intake to achieve the desired effects.
It’s also important to note that you may not experience all these effects when using CBD balms because they provide localized effects and benefits. You should try our other CBD products, like CBD tinctures or gummies for the full range of benefits.
CBD Vs. THC: What’s the Difference?
While CBD and THC are both cannabinoids, the two have distinct differences and uses.
THC or Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol is the main psychoactive ingredient in the Cannabis Sativa plant. It works by signaling the release of the brain chemical dopamine to activate the brain’s reward system.
Psychoactive properties
CBD doesn’t cause any type of euphoric effects like THC does. Instead, its interaction with receptors in the body promotes an overall sense of balance and supports better functioning.
Chemical structure
As cannabinoids, you can expect both compounds to have a similar chemical structure to some degree. Their chemical structure is very similar to that of the body’s natural endocannabinoids.
Both compounds have the same molecular structure with differences in how the molecules are arranged, affecting how each compound binds with receptors and their effects.
Sources
Both hemp and marijuana plants contain CBD and THC but in varying concentrations. In the marijuana plant, THC is more prevalent, while hemp contains more CBD. CBD used to make CBD balms is sourced from hemp plants because of their high CBD and low THC yields, ensuring the products meet the legal limit of 0.3% THC by dry weight.
How Does CBD Work in the Body?
CBD works the same way as other cannabinoids in the body. It works by mainly interacting with the ECS and its receptors.
Unlike THC and other uplifting cannabinoids, CBD doesn’t interact with CB1 receptors in the brain. Therefore, it doesn’t produce the euphoric effects that THC is known for. However, it does produce other mental effects, such as improving cognitive functions like concentration and focus.
CBD readily activates CB2 receptors to produce a range of wellness and therapeutic benefits, which it is best known for. These include mood-boosting, energizing, calming, and relaxation, as well as sleep support and discomfort support benefits.
CBD can also activate other receptors, like serotonin receptors, to regulate body functions, such as mood and appetite.
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Legal Status
Koi’s cannabinoid products are legal under the 2018 Farm Bill. Signed into law in December 2018, the federal legislation legalizes hemp, which the law defines as any part of the plant, including all derivatives, with no more than a 0.3 percent concentration of THC. This includes hemp-derived cannabinoids like CBD, delta-8 THC, and many more.
While these hemp products are legal federally, guidelines can and do vary by state due to differing controlled substances laws. Some states have banned some hemp cannabinoids.
The information presented is not legal advice, is not to be acted on as such, may not be current and is subject to change without notice.
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CBD Balm FAQs
The understanding of how CBD works has come a long way. Once applied to the skin, CBD is thought to enter the body through the pores on the skin and interacts with the CB2 receptors near the skin’s surface. This interaction activates the endocannabinoid system to restore balance and support various important functions, including those related to discomfort and soreness, and skin care. Visit our guide to CBD topicals to learn more.