About CBD, CBG & Delta 8 THC
Hemp derived CBD, CBG and Delta 8 THC are extremely popular now. People all over the world are yearning to learn about CBD, CBG & Delta 8 THC. They are discovering the rewarding health benefits from daily use of these beneficial cannabinoids. HempWorx uses industrial hemp in all of their CBD products. This is not to be confused with marijuana which makes you high ( Delta 9 ), though Delta 8 THC gummies do have a psychoactive effect, it is milder.
Let’s learn more about each of these amazing cannabinoids.
CBD
Hempworx sources hemp that is grown, processed and manufactured in the USA. America has very stringent guidelines for hemp growers. They must ensure that their hemp crops meet basic quality standards as well as federal potency guidelines. The best hemp is known to be grown in the USA because of the quality control enforced by the government.
Cannabidiol also known as CBD for short, is a cannabinoid that occurs naturally in industrial Hemp. It is only one of more than 85 cannabinoids that have been identified in the cannabis plant. HempWorx oil utilizes the industry standard CO2 extraction method that results in a pure and solvent free extract.
CBD Benefits
What can CBD do for me?
In a nutshell, CBD is a great natural supplement for overall health and wellness. It helps to support a healthy immune system as well as brain function, and it also supports a healthy mood. CBD is also beneficial for your skin and can improve the appearance. In short, CBD nourishes your endocannabinoid system which supports what makes you, you.
There is so much research online regarding CBD that a quick google search can put numerous articles at your fingertips. It’s very fascinating to learn about CBD.
CBG
CBG is a lesser know cannabinoid that is gaining in popularity. It’s scientific name is Cannabigerol. This cannabinoid is present in smaller quantities in the cannabis plant but is considered the mother of all the other cannabinoids because they all start out as CBG and then convert into other cannabinoids like CBD and THC. CBG has no psychoactive effect, just like CBD.
What makes CBG beneficial?
CBG has many of the beneficial qualities of CBD. Combined together they become a dynamic duo. HempWorx has put CBG and CBD in the topical products, Relief, Revive and Refresh as CBG is known to have soothing qualities. There is still lots of research being done on this cannabinoid but it shows very promising possibilities. Do a google search on that one too!
Delta 8 THC
Now this one does have a psychoactive component but not like Delta 9 which is the THC strain in marijuana. Delta 8 provides a milder effect and is not as potent. Users say they feel calm, relaxed and even euphoric. So if you are looking for a way to chill out without being super high, this may work for you. HempWorx Delta 8 THC products come in 25mg gummies which you can cut into smaller pieces to test out how you react. It’s another way to take your wellness to a new level.
Hemp History
For over 10,000 years Hemp has been cultivated by the people of planet earth. An important fibre and food source going as far back as ancient China and Mesopotamia. Over time many uses for hemp were discovered, such as being used for simple things like rope and course woven fabric and then later used for paper and ship sails. There is even a product called Hempcrete that is used for construction! Even as far back as 2700 BC, Hemp seeds and flowers were used for medicinal purposes for a variety of ailments. It’s wonderful that Hemp is finally getting the recognition it deserves. A more versatile plant is unlikely to exist.
We hope you learned something about CBD and it’s cousins and will find out for yourself how beneficial they can be.
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