CBD infusion: what are the benefits?

What is CBD?

Cannabidiol , better known as CBD , is a naturally occurring chemical compound found in the cannabis plant . CBD is part of a family of compounds that interact with the body's endocannabinoid system : cannabinoids.
CBD is extracted from the hemp plant . CBD , unlike its cousin tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) , is not psychoactive , meaning it does not cause euphoric feelings, feelings commonly associated with cannabis. In 2017, CBD was recognized by the WHO as non-addictive , non-toxic , and safe .

How to extract CBD from your plant?

For medicinal uses, CBD is therefore extracted from the hemp plant which contains many fibers , seeds and high levels of CBD with low THC levels (>0.3%). The low THC level makes CBD legal in many jurisdictions, as it has no psychoactive effects , nor risk of addiction .

CBD can be extracted in different ways: either by using ethanol or by the supercritical CO2 method . The second method is the most used because it leaves no trace of the extraction, and the CBD remains pure.

Finally, following extraction, we can find: CBD isolate in powder form, CBD oil that is mixed with a carrier oil such as olive oil, and full spectrum extract.

How is a CBD infusion made?

When it comes to CBD infusions, you can prepare a CBD infusion by immersing parts of the plant such as flowers or leaves in hot water . However, the taste of hemp will be quite present and you will need to add a fatty substance to get the benefits of CBD which is not water-soluble. In addition, depending on the concentration of flowers present in the infusion you will have more or less CBD.

CBD can also be directly vaporized on a plant macerate . This method is more advantageous because there is no need to add fatty substances to extract the molecule and the dosage will be the same from one cup to another. In addition, you will be able to enjoy the delicious taste of the other plants present in the infusion. At hovie, we use this second method with vaporization of the CBD on plants and fruits from organic farming . Our infusions are made in France and are guaranteed THC-free .

 

The health benefits of CBD infusion

Calming and anti-stress effects

CBD has some ability to reduce stress and anxiety . CBD's interaction with the body's endocannabinoid system promotes these calming effects . Indeed, CBD can help stabilize levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which helps reduce stress and provides relaxing effects.

Improved sleep quality

CBD's interaction with the endocannabinoid system also helps regulate the sleep cycle . Indeed, CBD binds with the CB1 and CB2 receptors of this system, which regulate emotions and mood, which directly impacts the quality of sleep , to promote deep and restorative sleep. CBD infusions, consumed before bed, can help calm the mind and gently prepare the body for sleep.

Improved digestive health

CBD interacts with the 5-HT1A receptors of the serotonin molecule in the brain, which controls nausea . CBD can also promote good digestion by regulating bowel movements , which significantly improves digestive health .

Immune support

CBD regulates the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, proteins that regulate the body's immune system , which helps maintain healthy body balance and immune support .

Anti-inflammatory effect

CBD has anti-inflammatory properties and relieves chronic pain and inflammation. Indeed, CBD also acts on the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, proteins that regulate the immune system and reduce inflammation.

How to integrate CBD infusion into your wellness routine?

Combining CBD infusion with other wellness practices helps optimize its benefits.

• You can consume a CBD infusion 30 minutes before a meditation session , this can help you calm your mind , for a deeper meditation session. The infusion will help you relax and enter a meditative state more easily.

• You can also incorporate the infusion into your sleep ritual . Consuming a CBD infusion 1 hour before bed can help calm your mind and body to promote rapid sleep. You can even add relaxing practices to this, such as reading a book or listening to soft, relaxing music.

• Consuming a CBD infusion before doing a yoga session can help improve your physical and mental flexibility , CBD can help relax muscles during yoga postures and it can also help with muscle recovery after the session.

Hovie offers CBD infusions: a relaxation infusion to combat stress and anxiety and a sleep infusion to combat insomnia and help you fall asleep. These two infusions are made from a blend of 100% natural aromatic plants, on which CBD is vaporized. These infusions contain CBD isolate, a pure form of CBD obtained after extracting all the other compounds from hemp, so CBD infusions are guaranteed to contain 0.0% THC.