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If you’re a fitness enthusiast or a keen athlete, you’ll likely know the frustrating feeling of muscle & joint soreness. Even if the pain is manageable, muscle soreness can prevent you from performing to the best of your ability, and it can put a spanner in the works if you’re training for a particular event.
As well as the usual pre and post exercise nutrition, stretching etc there are certain over the counter products we typically reach for to help reduce muscle soreness, such as deep heat or aloe vera. There is a new kid in town though; an emerging alternative to treating muscle and joint soreness. Introducing CBD balm. As the health benefits are being explored and researched more, many athletes have turned to CBD balm for treating soreness, but is it effective?
Firstly, what is CBD?
CBD is derived from the cannabis plant and has been at the forefront of much scientific research over the past few years. Although more research still needs to be done, it’s thought that there are many potential health benefits associated with CBD. Studies have been conducted to show that CBD could potentially be used to reduce anxiety, stress, help with sleeping issues, and relieve muscle & joint pain.
CBD is a natural chemical that can be extracted from the cannabis sativa plant. Whilst it’s from the same plant, CBD shouldn’t be confused with THC, the psychoactive ingredient that is commonly associated with the feeling of ‘getting high’. CBD is a completely separate chemical from THC and can be taken without experiencing any of the side effects induced by THC.
Why choose a CBD Balm?
Balms are useful for muscle and joint pain relief as you can apply them directly to your skin on the affected areas. Choosing a CBD balm can help provide you with fast relief, with the soothing effects kicking in almost immediately after you have rubbed the balm into your skin.
CBD has often been considered an excellent anti-inflammatory, which makes it an ideal choice for alleviating pain caused by inflammation in your joints and muscles. Using a CBD balm allows you to benefit from the effects of CBD without having to take CBD orally through oil drops or capsules. Many people prefer oil drops; however, CBD balms offer an alternative for those who would rather apply CBD to the skin.
What’s in CBD Balms?
Of course, the main ingredient that makes CBD balms unique is cannabidiol, but there is often a combination of different ingredients that go into the balms. In Pharmahemp CBD Balm 1%, the resin from organically grown cannabis plants is produced using carbon dioxide extraction, resulting in a pure and clean, chemical-free product. Containing only natural ingredients, Pharmahemp CBD balm doesn’t use any parabens, artificial dyes, preservatives, and is free from heavy metals and toxins.
Pharmahemp also have a brand called Dr Kents which are unique products combining the ancestral wisdom of carefully selected herbal blends with CBD. The entire Dr. Kent range uses the well-known properties of CBD along with traditional herbal ingredients passed down for generations to deliver targeted relief and support the body’s natural systems
Which balm should you choose?
CBD Balms often come in different strengths, consistencies and some contain different types of ingredients. You’ll of course want to ensure you choose a high-quality balm that you will reap the benefits from using.
In terms of determining which strength to go for, it depends on the severity of the pain you are suffering from and whether you are accustomed to using CBD oil. If you are new to CBD, it’s better to start with a lower strength CBD balm. If your muscle or joint soreness is severe, it might be more beneficial to choose a higher strength option.
In addition to standard body balms, CBD is also available in the form of lip balm. CBD lip balm is ideal if you suffer from chapped lips. Even if you are looking to take CBD for other reasons, balms are a popular option as they can be easily applied.
