Hemp is comprised of over 60 different unique cannabinoids, naturally occurring chemical compounds that have been linked to a wide array of health benefits. Cannabidiol (CBD), the most prevalent active ingredient in hemp, is the focus of an increasing number of studies that support its therapeutic effects as an analgesic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, mood stabilizer, and antidepressant, just to name a few. As one of the major cannabinoids, CBD has a direct effect on both hormones and the body’s Endocannabinoid System (ECS), a system responsible for the control of many important processes including sleep, metabolism, memory, mood and sexual/reproductive functions. The ECS plays a significant role in keeping our bodies balanced by exerting control over the endocrine system, which produces a number of vital hormones, including those relating to reproductive functions and responses to stress.
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Have you noticed how much better you feel when you get a great workout or a good night’s rest? If you have, you can thank your Endocannabinoid System, which is responsible for regulating a variety of processes, including pain, memory, mood, appetite, stress, sleep and metabolism.
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