CBD Products that Can Help with Seasonal Affective Disorder

The coming winter can bring so many wonderful things. Ice skating, roaring fires, hearty stews and a fantastic range of cold-weather accessories. But it also brings some bad things. Anxiety can accompany colder temperatures and a lack of sunlight. New York City is looking at a brutal winter this year. Seasonal mood changes are common, known medically as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), while other less serious cases are simply known as the winter blues. People who have depressive disorders are particularly susceptible. It is estimated half a million Americans are affected every year.

Symptoms include:

·         Not sleeping enough (or sleeping too much)

·         Lack of energy

·         Sadness and hopelessness

·         Anxiety

·         Anger

·         Changes in appetite

·         Inability to focus

·         Loss of interest in one’s favorite pastimes or hobbies

There appears to be real evidence that CBD products can help with season affective disorders. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a phytocannabinoid compound extracted from Cannabis sativa plant. Its chemical composition is almost the same as that of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)—another phytocannabinoid obtained from the same plant. The difference lies herein: THC can get you stoned, while CBD cannot. CBD products are legal in all 50 states. (There are some age restrictions check your local laws.)

How does CBD help?

Sleep

SAD often interrupts your circadian rhythms or melatonin production or both. Sleep issues is one the most common reason people use CBD products. Getting regular sleep can significantly reduce SAD symptoms.  Unlike other sleep aids, CBD doesn’t knock you out—leaving to foggy feeling when you wake up—but instead helps your body regulate its natural sleep cycles.

Anxiety

CBD oil has been shown to significantly help with anxiety triggered by SAD by reducing over activity in the brain. There is real scientific evidence that has been published in respected medical journals that prove this.

Fights Fatigue

SAD can make you feel sluggish and exhibit low energy. CBD oil is a wake promoting agent at low doses, helping you feel a boost of energy. CBD elevates the endocannabinoid anandamide which is also released when you exercise.

You can consume CBD in a number of ways:

·         CBD oil

·         CBD tincture

·         CBD capsules

·         CBD gummies and bars

While you can currently still purchase CBD vape oils, serious questions about the safety of vaping oils (and of vaping in general) remain, so Fashion Reverie urges to avoid vaping.

Modern Medicinals

Modern Medicinals rigorously test for quality and purity and consistency. Their CBD oil comes from high quality Oregon grown hemp and is extracted using an all-natural process.

Kanibi

Kanibi has a reputation both for high quality and good-tasting products. Take 15% off your first order when you sign up for email updates!

Sabaidee

Sabaidee is quickly getting a reputation for having some of the best CBD products on the market. Organic Colorado grown hemp is made in small batches to ensure quality and their unflavored tincture features only two ingredients:  Broad Spectrum CBD oil and coconut oil.

CBDmd

CBDmd feature a large assortment of products and provides the biggest bang for your buck without sacrificing quality. Get 10% off your first order when you sign up for emails.

Fab CBD

Many people are reporting that FabCBD features high quality products along with an easy to use website and top-notch customer service.

Always check your local laws regarding age restrictions and other barriers. Fashion Reverie strongly advises against taking CBD products on college campuses as the laws regarding that are very vague right now and as ALWAYS discuss any supplements you are taking with your physician.

—Cameron Grey Rose

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