Over the past two years in South Africa and around the world, more and more people have been trying to find ways to combat stress and anxiety. The COVID19 pandemic has affected livelihoods, many have lost loved ones and most are still concerned about all this going forward. It is no wonder that so many people have turned to CBD for stress and anxiety relief. CBD oil has been reported to have a multitude of health benefits not only psychological but also physical as people have used CBD for pain, CBD for inflammation and CBD for sleep issues. However, the most popular use for the extract in South Africa is still CBD for stress and anxiety; and here’s how it works!

What is CBD?

CBD is one of the two most active compounds found the cannabis plant. CBD making up 40% of the plant’s extract alongside THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) make up the two compounds. CBD stands for cannabidiol and is the non-psychoactive element found in the plant. In South Africa, CBD oils and closely related hemp products became available for wholesale distribution after being legalised by the South African government. This has allowed many people across and the country and specifically, South Africa, to begin using CBD oils for a variety of reasons, many have reported major health benefits.

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How is CBD oil made?

One of the biggest benefits of CBD for most users in South Africa is that most CBD oil extracts contain very low to no amounts of THC, which is the psychoactive compound found in the cannabis plant and results in a high when ingested. CBD oil is made when the CBD compound found the plant is isolated and extracted from the leaves and flowers, leaving extractors with a very concentrated and rich CBD substance. This concentrated substance is then diluted with a carrier oil that could be anything from coconut oil to hemp seed oil to create the CBD oils that we know today.

How to use CBD for stress and anxiety?

Once the CBD oil has been made, there are a variety of ways in which CBD users in South Africa can ingest the substance. Some users use edibles and find cooking with CBD the best method for them. Others place small drops of the oil underneath their tongues to help the CBD enter their bloodstream as quickly as possible. Whichever method you choose, it is important to find the right dosage and the right method for your desired purpose. The effects of CBD can be influenced by individual body chemistry as well as external medications or diet. Moreover, different CBD strains can induce different reactions. CBD for stress relief can be helped with the use of Super Lemon Haze whereas Durban Poison has used as a CBD oil for anxiety.

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Sacred Life

No matter the strain, Sacred Life strives to provide the highest quality product to their customers. In South Africa, Sacred Life pride themselves on offering the safest and purest CBD experience, whether you are using CBD oil or purchasing edibles. In South Africa, the Sacred Life Zen Pen has been extremely popular with satisfied customers complimenting a pure, safe and quality product.

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