clean living// lo’s favorite cbd
a question and//answer with
LO’S FAVORITE CBD, EQUILIBRIA
so many of you ask me on a consistent basis what cbd i use! i talk about it often, but without a doubt of all the cbd brands i’ve tried, equilibria is the one for me. there’s so many things i love about equilibria. for one, it’s premium quality cbd from an organically grown, hand-harvested source which is so important for anything you consume. we’ve discussed this so much in the clean sweep, volume one: food but more to come on this especially in the clean sweep, volume two: products.
second, this company didn’t want to just sell me a product, they took the time to educate me on what cbd is, how to take it, what it can be used for, and so much more. i am so passionate when it comes to the education of anything we’re putting on or in our bodies. it is an essential step to living a whole, clean lifestyle without being tricked into healthy fads, greenwashing, and products that promise you results but actually do more harm in the process.
as we continue the thirty-day challenge with the clean sweep, one of my goals throughout this process has been to connect you with brands that are truly clean so you can incorporate them into your clean living journey. with cbd being something you consume, i wanted to write a post answering all the questions i get so often about cbd – and what better way to do that than to ask the experts! equilibria has an incredible team of dosage specialists that can connect with you before you purchase anything in order to make sure you’re getting the right product for your needs and using it in the correct way for the best results. we sat down with their dose specialists to interview them on some of the commonly asked questions i get on a regular basis from you guys in response to my instagram stories and our newsletters. here’s what they said.
WHAT IS CBD EXACTLY?
cbd, short for cannabidiol, is a naturally occurring compound, or cannabinoid, found in the cannabis sativa plant. our cbd comes from industrial hemp plants which are specifically grown to contain less than 0.3% thc content, which means no discernible impairment (no high!), and it’s federally legal.
WHY IS THE SMALL AMOUNT OF THC NECESSARY? IS IT LEGAL?
there are over 100 different therapeutic compounds found in the cannabis plant. cbd is just one of those compounds, and it works best when combined with other compounds, including its more well-known sister thc. that small amount of thc serves a critical function in making the cbd more effective; scientists call it the entourage effect.
our product is called full-spectrum cbd, which means we’ve retained as many of the therapeutic properties in the plant as possible, including trace amounts of thc. our product contains less than .3% thc, so it cannot get you high, and it’s federally legal.
WILL IT MAKE ME FEEL TIRED OR LOOPY?
one of the biggest misconceptions about cbd is that it inherently makes us sleepy, but it does not! cbd interacts with our own body's circadian rhythm, so in the evening as you're winding down, it can assist in helping you wind down. conversely, in the morning, as your body is in the process of waking up, it can help your body wake up. in fact, many people use cbd to help them focus during the day.
now, there is a little bit of a hack to that... for some people large doses of cbd can have a more sedating effect. so, if you’re finding yourself getting sleepy at a time you wouldn’t normally that means it’s time to reduce your dose!
IS IT OKAY TO TAKE DURING PREGNANCY?
unfortunately pregnant and breastfeeding women are always the last group to be studied in clinical trials, so there's very little data as to whether or not cbd can be used during pregnancy, breastfeeding.
ultimately for most women it comes down to whether cbd is helping them manage anxiety and reduce the amount of pharmaceuticals they’re taking. some women decide it's the lesser of two evils, and some women decide not to use it during their pregnancy or while breastfeeding. it really comes down to a personal choice--and discussion with your doctor.
that said, women create much of their endocannabinoids (the compounds cbd can help replenish) in their uterus. after childbirth women are often depleted of those endocannabinoids, so many women find cbd helpful in bouncing back after childbirth!
DOES IT INTERFERE WITH OTHER MEDICATIONS?
yes, cbd and some medications can interact with the same family of liver enzymes. often making your medication more effective, which can result in an increase in side effects. so, we always encourage you to speak with your doctor whenever adding cbd into your routine. we also have a team of pharmacists available to help answer any questions!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR CBD SOURCING AND WHAT MAKES YOU DIFFERENT.
unlike many companies out there, we’re owners in our own organic farm, so we’re completely vertically integrated--we have control from the seed all the way to your doorstep.
our hemp is grown by a bioscience team with 30+ years experience in seed genetics. we take a lot of pride in constantly optimizing for the highest content of cannabinoids and terpenes (the therapeutic compounds in the plant).
we don’t stop at the seed, we take extra care in every step of the farming practice, from growing it in the sun to only using well water from the farm’s land, down to hand-picking only the flower, which has the highest concentration of cannabinoids and terpenes (whereas many companies will pull the whole plant up, seeds, stalk, stem, leaves and all).
in general, our product tends to have 3-5 times more cannabinoids and terpenes than most of the products on the market, and the more you have the more those compounds work synergistically to amplify each other!
WHAT PRODUCT SHOULD I START WITH? HOW CAN I DETERMINE HOW MUCH TO TAKE?
everybody's body chemistry is different, so with cbd there’s no one-size-fits-all dosage or routine; but that's why we have a team of dosage specialists to help you navigate the world of dosing! whenever someone starts with cbd, we always recommend going low and slow as you integrate cbd into your daily routine.
the best way to get started is with one of our curated boxes, like our balance box or our brilliance box (mint or unflavored). the balance box comes with the daily softgels and the daily drops, and the brilliance box comes with the relief cream, daily softgels, and the daily drops.
our relief cream is great for targeting aches, pains, and cramps, it can be used multiple times a day as needed.
the daily softgels are great to use as a slow, steady drip. we recommended always taking it with food, specifically a healthy fat to help increase absorption. onset is 1-3 hrs, and lasts 6-8 hrs. these can be great for overnight support, as well as an "insurance policy" of cbd in your system throughout the day.
the daily drops are great in small doses for energy & focus, and larger doses for a more sedating effect. be sure to hold it under your tongue until fully absorbed! onset is 10-30 min, and lasts 2-6 hrs. they're also great for in-the-moment stress relief!
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HOW LONG DOES CBD TAKE TO WORK? IS IT LIKE SUPPLEMENTS WHERE IT NEEDS TO BE TAKEN REGULARLY, OR JUST AS NEEDED?
unlike many companies out there, we’re owners in our own organic farm, so we’re completely vertically integrated--we have control from the seed all the way to your doorstep.
our hemp is grown by a bioscience team with 30+ years experience in seed genetics. we take a lot of pride in constantly optimizing for the highest content of cannabinoids and terpenes (the therapeutic compounds in the plant).
we don’t stop at the seed, we take extra care in every step of the farming practice, from growing it in the sun to only using well water from the farm’s land, down to hand-picking only the flower, which has the highest concentration of cannabinoids and terpenes (whereas many companies will pull the whole plant up, seeds, stalk, stem, leaves and all).
in general, our product tends to have 3-5 times more cannabinoids and terpenes than most of the products on the market, and the more you have the more those compounds work synergistically to amplify each other!
WHAT DOES CBD SUPPORT THE BODY IN DOING? IS IT FOR RELAXATION, AIDING IN SLEEP, RELIEVING PAIN, CALMING ANXIETY–OR ARE THERE OTHER BENEFITS?
cbd is helping support homeostasis within the body, which can result in improved mood and sleep, reduced inflammation, hormone regulation, and less stress (among other things). keep in mind that cbd is not used to treat any specific conditions; instead, cbd amplifies your body’s own balancing and healing properties. ultimately it's about what your own body needs. all cbd does is help support your own system!
we often hear from people that they started taking cbd to address one issue and found that it actually addressed a whole range of other issues they weren’t expecting.
the main thing to remember is that it takes time, and experimentation to find the right fit for your personal body chemistry. the good news is that we have a team of dosage specialists here to help guide you every step of the way!
