I like many of you smoked loads of pot, in the past anyway.
At this stage in life as I approach 40 this yr, curious what CBD might help with. Any recommendations?

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Ha, I've been experimenting here and there with CBD. [URL="https://www.reddit.com/r/hempflowers/"]There's a whole subreddit dedicated to it[/URL], best to start there.

1. There's a lot of hype around CBD and it's not as mature/established as weed if you look at the strains available.
2. There's no "regulation" and the names of the strains are just names—whatever's popular and shares the same effect, at least according to this [URL="https://www.reddit.com/r/hempflowers/comments/blfjkv/are_strains_the_same_across_different_vendors/emozg2d/"]comment[/URL].
3. If you peruse the subreddit, there will be popular vendors that keep coming up and I'd start with them since they're "consistent" by virtue of so much anecdotal reviews.
4. Some people suggest CBD needs to build up in the system for its effect, some also claim that ingesting CBD and weed gets you even more high.

Like weed, the effects are split into up or down. The downers do make me feel drowsy and I've had to nap after. The uppers, I tried them for day use for anxiety and focus.

From my own usage, I experience a subtle mental shift after vaping some but they last about 1-2hrs? You don't get stoned or high like weed so it might feel like you're not getting much out of it.

I don't think I get as much benefits as others have claimed, not in that life-changing way though on the subreddit there're many weed smokers who converted to CBD. They seem to work for my wife who suffers from chronic nerve pains and headaches, and also helps to mellow her out / calm her down if her mind is racing and going to a bad place.

So I think it's very much YMMV and there's some trial and error involved, unlike weed where you'd expect to feel a noticeable difference and high regardless of what you're smoking/vaping.

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I don't know anything about CBD, but my doc today recommended grass-fed beef gelatin to help with 1) sleeping 2) increase sense of wellbeing 3) intestinal health 4) anti-aging properties 5) eases joint & muscle pain.

She said to add it to tea at night, sweeten it, and consume before bed.

Might be a better/healthier alternative to CBD.

[url="https://nourishingjoy.com/benefits-of-gelatin/"]The #1 Reason We All Need to Eat More Gelatin - Nourishing Joy[/url]

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I took cbd capsules for pain relief, they work but don't scrimp on what you pay for them as a lot of the stuff out there is just watered down junk, i was pretty surprised by the result tbh

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i take daily it for some mental health stuff. it is very subtle, bu has helped me work through some heavy shit in my life.

yeah, not all brands are equal. i like lazarus naturals because you can see the lab results and their business practices are very much for helping people. i recommend their tinctures, but they do have some small amounts of THC in them and if you take a whole bunch you will probably get slightly stoned. also agree it requires a bit of experimentation to find out what works for you.

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tansy or wormwood, work similar, to cbd they work on the same receptors but theya are much easier to obtain

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I have been taking this brand called green gorilla, its has helped some with my sleep.. but overall i am not sure if its doing a whole lot.
maybe its not the right kind/brand as I don't believe its full spectrum or has any thc.

what kind to take, how much, which brands are legit.....its all so confusing to me.

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cbd is legal because it DOESN'T have thc in it

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in the US it can have up to 0.3% or something like that

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[QUOTE=tiddles;1219344]in the US it can have up to 0.3% or something like that[/QUOTE] yea same in the uk but thats way below the threshold of it becoming active in the human body

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[QUOTE=thebanned1;1219297]I took cbd capsules for pain relief, they work but don't scrimp on what you pay for them as a lot of the stuff out there is just watered down junk, i was pretty surprised by the result tbh[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=tiddles;1219299]i take daily it for some mental health stuff. it is very subtle, bu has helped me work through some heavy shit in my life.

yeah, not all brands are equal. i like lazarus naturals because you can see the lab results and their business practices are very much for helping people. i recommend their tinctures, but they do have some small amounts of THC in them and if you take a whole bunch you will probably get slightly stoned. also agree it requires a bit of experimentation to find out what works for you.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=chuckc;1219319]I have been taking this brand called green gorilla, its has helped some with my sleep.. but overall i am not sure if its doing a whole lot.
maybe its not the right kind/brand as I don't believe its full spectrum or has any thc.

what kind to take, how much, which brands are legit.....its all so confusing to me.[/QUOTE]

Are you guys taking them in pill form?

I've tried the tincture drops, and like most drugs, oral consumption is the most wasteful ...

I vape mine.

Anyway the subreddit I linked is very active and has pretty good info. There are heaps of reviews too so they help guide you which to try, that's how I got started.

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na i stopped taking them after my knee got better, they're too expensive really

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Keep in mind your buying HEMP derived CBD if your buying it online or in the stores, you will not get the full effect and it is mislabeling IMO and people and slap CBD on anything and sell it. The only way to get the full spectrum THC CBD is from the dispensary!

[URL]https://discovercbd.com/pages/hemp-derived-cbd-vs-marijuana-derived-cbd[/URL]

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[QUOTE=feather;1219360]Are you guys taking them in pill form?

I've tried the tincture drops, and like most drugs, oral consumption is the most wasteful ...

I vape mine.

Anyway the subreddit I linked is very active and has pretty good info. There are heaps of reviews too so they help guide you which to try, that's how I got started.[/QUOTE]

tincture, 1ml under the tongue in the morning and sometimes more in the afternoon if i'm having a particularly shitty mental health day. i like this one best [URL]https://www.lazarusnaturals.com/shop/tinctures/cbd-high-potency[/URL]

[QUOTE=sakio pod;1219369]Keep in mind your buying HEMP derived CBD if your buying it online or in the stores, you will not get the full effect and it is mislabeling IMO and people and slap CBD on anything and sell it. The only way to get the full spectrum THC CBD is from the dispensary!

[URL]https://discovercbd.com/pages/hemp-derived-cbd-vs-marijuana-derived-cbd[/URL][/QUOTE]

i tried the dispensary one first, the hemp one is just as effective for me. i have a 1-1 thc-cbd vape that i like, but don't like thc when i have to work because i often overdo it:lol:

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^^you guys are so lucky you have dispensary where you can go to purchase....sure wish it would change for us states in the south.

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[QUOTE=tiddles;1219387]but don't like thc when i have to work because i often overdo it:lol:[/QUOTE]

too easy to do ;) moderation man

dispensaries are everywhere in Oregon.. more popular than starbucks and most offer deals or freebies to compete. for non-flower, i tend to go with lip balm and gummies. i have trouble sleeping and back muscle issues so it definitely helps (me anyway) with muscle issues and spasms.

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Sometimes the brain won't stfu, so I too occasionally eat the gummies from Oregon for sleeping. They work. I'm sold.

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^^^Y'all making me jealous.

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I ordered more gummies, they are a great alternative to alcohol for sleep for me. I also feel they help with muscle recovery.

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^^please send me some LOL.

i struggle with sleep bit time and the cbd is just working like i thought it would.

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I got you dude

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thanks brotha!

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[QUOTE=chuckc;1219463]^^you guys are so lucky you have dispensary where you can go to purchase....sure wish it would change for us states in the south.[/QUOTE]

dude you have the same access, just go get your card bro

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In Florida, not sure sure about other places, you can't own a gun and have your card.

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got some cbd hash today

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cbd hash seems point less, LMAO good luck with that

CBD HASH that's crazy what's the point

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[QUOTE=sakio pod;1219697]cbd hash seems point less, LMAO good luck with that

CBD HASH that's crazy what's the point[/QUOTE] i can't smoke anything with THC in it due to my health but the thing i miss most of all about smoking general weed is the taste so from that point of view it's perfect for me

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Interesting! I’m sure that cbd hash is potent and has some strong effects, of some kind.

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there are also herb varieties in the shop [URL]https://www.iceheadshop.co.uk/research-chemicals/herbal-incense.html[/URL]

the hash was only 6% cbd

[QUOTE=REDROCK;1219706]Interesting! I’m sure that cbd hash is potent and has some strong effects, of some kind.[/QUOTE]

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[QUOTE=thebanned1;1219696]got some cbd hash today

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gotcha well hope it helps, I use a cbd tincture but its 1:1 cbd thc.....I think people are starting to see this helps people in so many different ways

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[QUOTE=sakio pod;1219536]dude you have the same access, just go get your card bro[/QUOTE]

Hey Sakio or any other Fl peeps...

is it that easy? i dont really have one of the debilitating diseases that are listed in the law

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[QUOTE=chuckc;1219878]Hey Sakio or any other Fl peeps...

is it that easy? i dont really have one of the debilitating diseases that are listed in the law[/QUOTE]

Say you have back pain and can't sleep because of it

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[QUOTE=thebanned1;1219901]Say you have back pain and can't sleep because of it[/QUOTE]

probably the same as pre-recreational legalization in Oregon but it also depends on the Dr.. some might be easier than others. always good to know someone or do some research online to find recommendations.

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[QUOTE=ddr;1219909]probably the same as pre-recreational legalization in Oregon but it also depends on the Dr.. some might be easier than others. always good to know someone or do some research online to find recommendations.[/QUOTE] yea you're probably correct

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We got ours in Boston easily. And I've seen sellers linking to online Dr services to get a medical card so you don't even have to be in person.

It makes me think this is more like a formality, like signing off a disclaimer or user agreement.

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[URL]https://www.orlandoweekly.com/orlando/heres-what-its-actually-like-to-get-your-medical-marijuana-card-in-florida/Content?oid=25146720[/URL]

the cbd works great for me - I just ordered more ;)

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[QUOTE=REDROCK;1219920][URL]https://www.orlandoweekly.com/orlando/heres-what-its-actually-like-to-get-your-medical-marijuana-card-in-florida/Content?oid=25146720[/URL]

the cbd works great for me - I just ordered more ;)[/QUOTE]

Give us a link, I'm curious. I've always stayed away from edibles (THC) because the dosage seems unpredictable and they take a while to come on, usually at the wrong time :lol:

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I got some cbd herb last week

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unfortunately it's just been banned in the UK though :(

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^^^They keep doing that in the UK,. There were a couple of things I bought legally there that aren't any more.:)

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[QUOTE=DIDI;1219927]^^^They keep doing that in the UK,. There were a couple of things I bought legally there that aren't any more.:)[/QUOTE]

It's a pain in the arse Di, I can see why they banned legal highs n that, some of that stuff was fierce to say the least but this is a step too far imo, all it does is push people who were using this (like myself) to street dealers with disastrous consequences