Even though CBD has become a staple in most homes, what comes as an irony in this day and age of information is how little people know of what is in Full spectrum CBD. The CBD name has been plastered on every surface imaginable digital or otherwise, and people are well aware of what CBD is. This is true, especially given the fact that the CBD industry in the US alone, raked in an unprecedented $1 billion in revenue. The way in which CBD promotes wellness and health benefits goes a long way in cementing its stature and popularity. But to truly stand out as a well-informed consumer, you must know of the tit-bits relating to CBD, and it starts with what is in it. Read on…
Full-spectrum CBD- A Gang Of Heroes
CBD is only one of the natural cannabinoids that you get in the extract from the legal hemp plant and marijuana. There are as many as 113 other cannabinoids present in the extract and they bring their own set of benefits to the table. What more, when in the same pot, the properties of each other cannabinoid is boosted and this creates a ‘synergical network’ that uplifts one another- this effect is what is called as an entourage effect.
One cannabinoid that we bring to special attention is the terpenes.
Understanding Terpenes
Terpenes are simply aromatic compounds that give off distinctive smells and are earmarked by the scent you smell. Although the aromatic properties is what terpenes are best known for, what is less known is the beneficial properties to health and wellness when you consume organic substances that contain terpenes.
To start off with, terpenes help CBD and other cannabinoids work better by supplementing them with the entourage effect. Some of the major Full-spectrum CBD terpenes are the follows:
- Linalool- this terpene is found in lavender, and is associated with a scent that relaxes and promotes calmness. It is used in deodorizers, candles, bathing soaps, bath bombs, potpourri, and many others. Simply having a lavender mist sprayed on your pillow before sleeping ensures a more well-rested sleep.
- Myrcene- this is the most common terpene in CBD extracts. It is the same compound that gives mangoes their distinct smell. It helps in reducing inflammation and helps the patient feel relief. These are present in products like bath bombs and ointments.
- Caryophyllene- this is the smell that best ties to peppercorn. It helps in getting into a milder calmness and promote positive moods.