Struggling with Anxiety? Here are New CBD Products That Worked For Me.

Have you been struggling with anxiety? Feels like that’s the norm for a lot of people, especially with so many things going on in the world today.

There are MANY types of CBD that can help to calm anxiety — but who possibly has time to research them all?

I’ve had the same thought — numerous times. And when anxiety becomes a struggle, the bottom line is you want relief. You want relief and you want it ASAP.

CBD has grown profoundly in popularity in the last few years. People use CBD products for everything from anxiety and depression to chronic pain management. But with so many different brands, forms, and potency, it can feel overwhelming when searching for a product that will work for you.

**I am not a doctor or healthcare provider. All of these opinions are my own based on personal experience. Please consult with your healthcare provider before trying any CBD products.

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My blog covers a lot about my journey and struggles with anxiety. If you are new to my blog, you can read that article HERE. In the past, I have tried both CBD gummies and tinctures to help manage my anxiety. Since then (in the last 2 years) there have been many more products that have been introduced that have CBD in them.

I’ve partnered with some awesome, small companies to do an honest review of a variety of different CBD products. I’m a small business owner myself, so I am always extremely excited to support all my fellow small business owners! You may have never heard of these companies, but let me tell you — they have some amazing products!

And don’t forget to use the DISCOUNT CODES that are listed below under each of the companies when you order!

Let’s start by doing a quick overview of what CBD is:

• Cannabidiol (CBD) is a product derived from cannabis but it does NOT contain any THC (which is the part of the cannabis plant that gives you the ‘high’ feeling). It is NOT marijuana and does NOT make you feel high!
• CBD can be used for many different things – anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress relief, pain relief, anti-inflammatory…..just to name a few.
• Everyone is different when it comes to dosages. There is no “one size fits all”. It’s really one of those things that you need to try out for yourself — in different forms and dosages — and see what works best.

I’m happy to share some new — and unique — CBD products that have worked to keep my anxiety under control.

Mission Farms

Mission Farms believes in the philosophy of Farm-to-Family. By cultivating the highest quality hemp plants with hand-harvested care, they bring their artisan, full-spectrum CBD products directly. Their farms allow them to control the premium quality of every single plant and how it is raised, harvested, dried, and extracted. They have a deep-rooted passion for what they do and love sharing their full-spectrum CBD solutions with families like yours.

This small business was founded on the idea that they wanted to help more people. According to Ben Joyce, CEO, “We knew we had an opportunity to help people experience relief from discomfort, inflammation, stress, insomnia, skin rashes, and other issues in an all-natural way. Mission Farms was born. We cultivate the highest quality hemp plants with hand-harvested care. Then we bring our artisan, full-spectrum CBD products directly to you, without a middleman, so you get the highest quality at the best price.”

One of the things I love about Mission Farms is that they routinely donate their CBD products to people in need — including but not limited to — places like Central Oregon Veterans Outreach. This gives veterans the opportunity to use CBD products to benefit their health. They also donate to local fundraisers, charity events and other causes that they believe foster better health for all. How awesome is that?!

Here are a few products that I would highly recommend trying from Mission Farms:   

Rest CBD Oil, 2000 mg of CBD

I tried this oil on several different occasions, at night before going to bed. The directions are to place a serving under your tongue for 90 seconds before swallowing. Generally, I waited 4-5 minutes (if possible) before swallowing so that the maximum amount of the oil could be absorbed. The taste of this oil took some getting used to, but WOW — it works! It helped me have a more restful sleep and wake up feeling very refreshed.

Rest CBD Cream, 600 mg of CBD

Another product that I used before bed — on different nights than the Rest CBD Oil —  was the Rest CBD Cream. This cream smells amazing! I would rub a small amount on my neck area and inhale deeply.  Just the smell alone was enough to bring on the relaxation. But the product itself also had a calming effect and made me feel much more relaxed before falling asleep.

Click here to order from Mission Farms and use the Code MISSION10 for 10% off your order!

Empress Teas

Empress Teas – Regular and Decaf – 15 mg of CBD per serving

This small business was founded by Bethany Stiles. After a life-changing car accident in college, Bethany was left with a broken back, anxiety, and depression. She had adverse side effects from pain medication and at that point she decided to devote her life to helping others feel better through the healing process of CBD.

Empress Teas harmoniously blends the healing power of plants, botanicals, and flowers to create the perfect cup of tea. Infused with water-soluble CBD, each blend incorporates organic, sustainable, and fair trade ingredients sourced from around the world. Their family of growers, wellness practitioners, breathwork coaches, sound healers, yoga teachers, and spiritual guides, work together to provide resources that help bring your body, mind, and spirit back into alignment.

CBD Tea was an entirely new way for me to experience the effects of CBD. Empress Teas have water-soluble CBD, which I had never tried before.

What is water soluble CBD?

CBD, a naturally oil-soluble substance, is converted into a water-soluble one by way of breaking down the oil into small particles then coating the particles with a bio-encapsulation that ensures the CBD is stabilized. 

In essence, what is left is a light, water-soluble, powdery CBD extract that can be fully digested and absorbed by the body. Since it is easier to be absorbed by the body, I found Empress Teas to have a stronger, faster effect than any tinctures I had tried. 

Empress Teas come in regular and decaffeinated tea bags, which make them suitable to enjoy any time of the day or night.

The tea was delivered with a small note card, which gives you the opportunity to enjoy your tea and write down some daily intentions and things you are grateful for. “Sit, Sip, Reflect” is the company’s tagline. I thought this was a fantastic added touch to the tea — making enjoying a cup a full mind/body experience. I am very conscious about promoting the importance of mindfulness on my blog, and this product aligns perfectly with that!

And the taste? AMAZING.  Both the regular and decaffeinated had wonderful flavor. I added a small amount of honey to mine, but it was not even needed (I just have a sweet tooth

Click here to order from Empress Teas and use the Code WELCOME for 10% off your first order!

Original Hemp  

Original Hemp is another fantastic CBD company with a wide variety of products to suit anyone’s needs. Their philosophy is to pair the highest quality whole plant CBD extracts with clinically studied ingredients to maximize cannabinoid absorption and enhance their effects. 

Each product is carefully crafted to address unique needs; whether that’s waking up energized, falling asleep peacefully, or getting through the day with less stress. Original Hemp was developed to give you a clear mindset, improve your well-being, and bring out the essential qualities within you — your “best self.”  

The company prides themself on going above and beyond in everything they do from ingredient sourcing to formulating, manufacturing, testing and educating.

Here are a few products I would highly recommend trying from Original Hemp.

Water Soluble Tincture, 2000 mg CBD

This was my first time using a water soluble TINCTURE. As I mentioned above there is no “one size fits all” when it comes to CBD dosage. Since I was a little unsure about how much to take, I found this great website that has an interactive CBD dosage calculator.

Is there a good way to determine how much CBD oil is a good starting point to calm my anxiety?

There is!! This website has an interactive CBD dosage calculator. Simply put in all the details about the CBD oil you are trying and it will calculate your ideal dosage. You may need to increase or decrease, but this will give you a good place to start. Note — this only works for calculating ideal dosage of CBD oil, not other types of CBD. Click HERE to access the CBD dosage calculator.

I added my Original Hemp tincture drops into juice and stirred it up. There was a slight taste from the tincture, but it mixed well and worked very quickly. I could feel calming effects from it within 10-15 minutes (I also had a pretty empty stomach when I took it). Since the tincture is water soluble — your body absorbs more — it is a great option for someone who wants to feel the effects of CBD quickly.

Stress Gummies, 250 mg of CBD

Claps all around for these Stress Gummies!!! They are a newer product for Original Hemp and I was very pleased with the taste, texture and how well they worked! The Original Hemp Stress gummies combine the power of Full Spectrum Hemp Extract, with the relaxing properties of Ashwagandha and L-theanine to smooth out the day’s rough edges and Vitamin D3 to elevate your mood. One was all I tried at a time and I could definitely feel a calming effect from these gummies — and an overall “mood lift”. Definitely a product worth trying!

Click here to order from Original Hemp and use the Code ORIGINAL15 for 15% off your order!

Half Day

Half Day is a small, family-owned company. I love supporting small companies — especially from my hometown of Chicago! The company was founded by Dave DiCosola and Kam Norwood, two friends and entrepreneurs inspired by the promise of CBD as a healthy answer to some of life’s most common stresses and ailments.

Their high-quality CBD can ease that “not quite normal” feeling without harsh, lab made substances. They work directly with choice U.S. hemp farmers to make sure their products are pure, potent, and “high-free.” They are very customer friendly! On their website, it says “We strive to deliver a great customer experience every time and greatly appreciate all of your feedback. Your praise AND critique help us make our products better. We especially love to hear ideas for new CBD products you might like. Feel free to send us a note anytime.” Check out their website HERE! They have some excellent reviews!

Here are a few awesome products I would recommend from Half Day.

Full Spectrum CBD Gummies, 25 mg CBD

First, don’t the rainbow colors of these gummies look delicious?   I have never seen a company offer so many flavors of CBD gummies! From watermelon to coffee, Half Day has you covered with unique, delicious flavors everyone can enjoy. These gummies not only tasted great, but their texture was spot on. I felt the calming effects after taking one about 40-45 minutes later. Remember, dosage is different for everyone. While I felt mild calming effects from one gummy, two may be needed for others to feel the same effect.

CBD Salve 500 mg CBD per jar

I know what you’re thinking — how could a salve help to calm anxiety? Well, when a part of your body is in pain, that can cause an increase in anxiety — at least it does for me anyway.

I have had trouble with pain in one of my knees. I rubbed a small amount of this salve over my knee — it spreads on great, has a good smell, and also didn’t leave any greasy residue! It definitely helped with the pain and I noticed the more I used it — even if I wasn’t in pain — the better it worked. This salve is a great alternative to Icy Hot or any other topical pain cream. The benefit to using a salve is that generally topicals provide more localized, immediate relief. If you have any aches and pains — and also enjoy a calming effect — I would highly recommend giving this salve a try!

Click here to order from Half Day and use the code HALFDAY10 for 10% off your order!

Here’s the bottom line — what I’ve learned — when it comes to using CBD for anxiety:

• No two people are the same — CBD will affect everyone differently.
• Just because a product doesn’t feel like it works the first time doesn’t mean it’s not doing the job. Try experimenting with different types and milligram levels of CBD to see what is needed for your body.
• Consistency is key. Many of these products offer the maximum benefits when they are used regularly.
• The best way to see if a product works for you is to try it out! Using my discount codes above will help you save some $$$ to see what works for you!
• CBD is NOT meant to cure anxiety. If your anxiety is so acute that it’s interfering with your daily life, PLEASE talk to your doctor or healthcare professional for help.

I hope this article gives you a good, quick guideline when it comes time to choosing a new, unique CBD product that could work for you! Have you already tried any of these products? What are some things you have learned about using CBD to calm anxiety? Let me know in the comments below!

References:

The Hemp Doctor. https://thehempdoctor.com/is-water-soluble-cbd-better-than-cbd-oil/.

CBD Dosage. Ultimate Dosing Guide and Calculator. https://cbdoilusers.com/cbd-oil-drops-dosage-calculator/