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Blair Lauren Brown. CBD For Dummies
CBD For Dummies® To view this book's Cheat Sheet, simply go to www.dummies.com and search for “CBD For Dummies Cheat Sheet” in the Search box. Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of Illustrations
Guide
Pages
Introduction
About This Book
Foolish Assumptions
Icons Used in This Book
Beyond the Book
Where to Go from Here
Looking into CBD
Updating Attitudes toward Cannabis and CBD
Debunking Myths about CBD
CURE: A LOADED WORD
Understanding where some of the uncertainty about CBD comes from
HOLDING CBD PRODUCTS TO A HIGHER (DOUBLE) STANDARD
CBD is not a cure-all, but neutralizes many difficult symptoms
Applying and Ingesting CBD
Applying CBD to the skin
Eating or ingesting CBD
CBD: The New Treatment of Choice?
Providing a natural alternative to Western healthcare
Move over, opiates: Considering CBD for treating pain
Looking at the Legality Surrounding CBD
Breaking down the criminalization of CBD
Changing attitudes and changing laws
Moving toward new understanding
Examining CBD Itself
Meeting the Mother of All CBD Sources
Delving into the long history of hemp
Identifying the parts of the hemp plant
Explaining the Parts to the Whole
Debating the benefits of using the whole plant versus the sum of its parts
Appreciating all the cannabinoids in the hemp plant
Exploring terpenes and flavonoids
GETTING MORE FAMILIAR WITH TERPENES
Looking at enzymes and the value of the other plant molecules
Investigating the Hemp Strains and Varieties
Checking out calming strains
Recognizing refreshing and revitalizing strains
Lifting and elevating some energizing strains
Finding CBD and Similar Chemicals in Other Plants
Coming full circle with tree bark
Focusing on the flowers
Exploring other similar compounds
Choosing between Synthetic and Natural CBD
Looking into What CBD Does
Discovering What Makes CBD Work
Comparing and contrasting CBD and THC
Seeing how CBD interacts with the endocannabinoid system
Blocking THC from receptors
TALKING ABOUT CLINICAL ENDOCANNABINOID DEFICIENCY
Checking out other receptors
EXPLORING THE ROLE OF ENZYMES
Recognizing CBD’s Physical and Mental Effects
Extracting, Infusing, and Producing CBD
Familiarizing Yourself with Extraction Methods
Discerning the Qualities of Kinds of Extractions
Identifying the Forms Resulting from Extraction
CBD RSO
CBD distillate
CBD isolate
Infusing CBD
Discovering the basics of CBD infusions
Calculating concentrations like a champ
Infusing CBD at home
Using CBD Extracts to Make a Product
Creating a useable topical or consumable product
Including complementary substances
Doing the Math: The Pluses and Minuses of CBD
Realizing the Potential Benefits: The Four Pillars of CBD (and an Added Bonus)
Relieving stress and anxiety
Soothing mood conditions
Helping manage sleep issues
Relieving pain and physical ailments
Promoting skin health and beauty
STARTING WITHIN TO ADDRESS ROOT CAUSES
Looking at the Pros and Cons of Supplementing with CBD
Adjusting to daily use
Acknowledging potential drawbacks
Checking how CBD interacts with medication
Taking responsibility for being informed
Weighing the Risks and Challenges of General CBD Use
Finding a doctor versed in CBD
PRACTICE SAVVY LABEL READING
Spotting an adverse reaction to CBD
GIVING YOURSELF PERMISSION TO SEEK OTHER OPTIONS
Finding and Using CBD
Buying CBD
Discovering What You Can Legally Buy in the United States
Following federal laws
Being aware of the laws in your state
Promoting Medical Use
Understanding the different kinds of retailers
Checking quality
Test results (COA)
Concentration
Extraction method
Hemp or cannabis
Ingredients
Sustainability
Health claims
Growing method and location
Dosing and adjusting appropriately for your needs
MICRODOSING
Tapping into Online Distributors
Choosing an online seller
Tracing the path of the best sellers
BUYING RETAIL PRODUCTS ENHANCED WITH CBD
Being an Informed Consumer
Being wary of CBD scams
Avoiding pitfalls
Delving into Forms and Delivery Systems
Becoming Familiar with the Forms of CBD
Full-spectrum
Broad-spectrum
Distillate
Isolate
Wax, rosin, and so on
Hash and kief
Uncovering the Delivery Systems
Smoking
Vaping
Dabbing
Sublinguals
Eating and drinking
Topicals
Choosing Your Smoking or Inhalation Method
Smoking, vaping, or dabbing?
Deciding on a device for smoking flower
SET AND SETTING
Picking a pre-roll
Deciding to vape
Dabbing CBD
VAPEGATE
Touching on Topical and Transdermal Applications
Smoothing on skin
Pasting on patches
Spraying on CBD
Taking CBD Orally
Putting CBD under your tongue
WHAT IS BIOAVAILABILITY?
Chewing gummies, tapes, mints, and more
Cooking with CBD
Swallowing CBD in pill form
Using CBD Safely and Responsibly
Figuring Out How Much to Take
Adjusting for product potency
Scheduling CBD into your daily routine
Dosing before bed
Applying CBD after workouts
Incorporating CBD at mealtimes
Realizing the importance of bioavailability
Keeping Others in Mind as You Dose in Public or at Work
Adjusting Your Usage to How Your Body Reacts
Looking at potential sleep reactions
Finding the virtue in moderation: Microdosing
Storing Your CBD Products
Preserving potency
Restricting access
Benefitting from CBD
Easing Neurological Conditions
GOVERNMENT APPROVED(ISH)
Acknowledging the Dangers of Inflammation and How CBD Can Help
Doing your homework on inflammatory conditions
Understanding CBD’s anti-inflammatory and other neuroprotective properties
Helping with Huntington’s Disease
Looking at the five stages of Huntington’s disease
Improving quality of life
Soothing Alzheimer’s Disease
Analyzing inflammation of the brain
Setting the stage for treatment
Tackling Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Making sense of the symptoms
Fighting a two-headed dragon: Pain and inflammation
Treating CFS symptoms with CBD
Addressing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Describing the disease and its symptoms
Supporting your nervous system
Resolving and reducing the symptoms
Alleviating Autoimmune Conditions
Understanding CBD and Immune Function
Connecting cannabis and autoimmunity
Inflammation
Stress
A HISTORY OF SELF-MEDICATION
Tackling terpenes
Comparing CBD to conventional treatments
Relieving Lupus Symptoms
EXAMINING YOUR FAMILY TREE
Addressing the effects of lupus
Treating lupus-related skin conditions with CBD
Internally
Externally
Treating the Effects of Lyme Disease
Looking at how CBD can help ease general symptoms of Lyme disease
THE BEST TREATMENT FOR LYME IS PREVENTION
Diminishing diarrheas and intestinal problems
Supplementing to address pain and muscle spasms
Finding Help for Celiac Disease
Familiarizing yourself with the symptoms
Pinpointing possible gluten in CBD products
Pairing widespread and specific CBD treatment for celiac relief
Managing intestinal issues with CBD
Dealing with Eating Disorders and Digestive Troubles
GETTING THE MUNCHIES: FACT OR FICTION?
Relieving Anorexia
Gaining weight
Boosting appetite
LINKING CBD AND APPETITE
Regulating mealtime anxiety
Limiting the Psychological Effects of Bulimia
Dealing with the depression
Counteracting anxiety
Inducing sleep
Calming Nausea
Mother’s little helper: CBD and morning sickness
Correcting chronic nausea
Reducing seasickness and motion sickness
Coping with Muscular and Physical Ailments
Connecting CBD and Muscle Recovery
Utilizing hemp-derived dermal solutions
Soothing post-workout soreness internally
Pampering overworked joints with bath bombs or muscle soaks
Relaxing the Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
Resting easier
Alleviating pain (without getting hooked)
CONSIDERING TRANSDERMAL PATCHES FOR FIBROMYALGIA
Clearing brain fog
Activating Asthma Relief
Looking at the lungs
Breathing better
Mitigating Migraines and Other Headaches
Menstrual migraines
Quelling stress-induced headaches
Upgrading from traditional prescription treatments
Dealing with Diabetes and Insulin Resistance
Examining insulin resistance and CBD
Preventing diabetes with CBD
Regulating blood sugar levels through appetite suppression
Helping with Emotional, Mood, and Mental Disorders
Identifying the Differences between Stress and Anxiety
Processing stress so that it doesn’t lead to anxiety
Unpacking the causes and treatments around anxiety
Exploring the effects (and side effects) of traditional anti-anxiety medication
Easing Depression
Examining the effects (and side effects) of traditional antidepressants
Helping your brain better respond to mood modulating systems in the body
Modulating low moods and anxiety
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
Combating the sexual side effects of mood modulating medications
Calming the Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Relieving the stress of painful memories
Sweeping away stress and worry from nightmares
Abolishing anger and irritability
Addressing the Physical and Emotional Components of Addiction
Curbing heroin cravings
Treating opioid addiction
Reducing dependence on alcohol
Assisting with Bipolar Disorder
Remedying mood swings
Managing mania
Using CBD as an adjunctive treatment
Alleviating Issues Specific to Age and Sex
Addressing Skin Concerns That Coincide with Aging
Sagging skin and lost elasticity
Scar tissue
Clearing up Acne and Other Conditions
Addressing acne
Reducing rosacea
Eliminating eczema
Answering common CBD skincare questions
What if I live in an area with poor air quality and my breakouts are due to pollutants and smog?
How do I know what to look for in CBD skincare products?
CBD OFFERS A WELCOME FOCUS ON WOMEN’S HEALTH
If a product from a beauty retailer contains cannabis sativa seed oil or hemp seed oil, does that mean it has CBD oil?
Relieving Menstrual Cramps
Suppositories
Transdermal patches
Bath soaks
Teas and balms
Considering CBD during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Cannabis and pregnancy
AFFECTING BREASTMILK WITH CBD
CBD and breastfeeding
CAN CBD EASE THE EFFECTS OF HORMONE IMBALANCES?
Making Menopause Bearable
STRESS INCONTINENCE
Helping with Sexual Dysfunction Issues
Lifting your libido
Rising to the occasion (so to speak)
Preventing vaginal pain
Increasing sensation
Letting Pets Benefit from CBD
Determining How CBD May Help Your Pet
Asking the right questions
Reviewing conditions that CBD may help alleviate
Aiding an Anxious Pet
Soothing stress from separation
Treating anxiety in dogs with PTSD
Trying CBD as a Cancer Treatment
Shrinking tumors
CBD AND CANCER APOPTOSIS
Stimulating a weak appetite
Saying Goodbye to Seizures
Reducing the frequency of seizures
Relieving epilepsy
SOURCING THE POINT OF ORIGIN FOR CBD AND SEIZURES
Getting Good with Dosing
Starting low
Watching for reactions
Adjusting as necessary
Concocting Your Own CBD Products
Bringing CBD into the Kitchen
Discovering Ways to Add CBD to Your Regular Meals
Bringing CBD into your breakfast routine
Elevating evening meals with CBD
Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth
Fashioning DIY CBD gummies
Swapping in cannabutter
Making cannabutter
Calculating the CBD content in your cannabutter
BROWNIE MARY
Selecting a Quality Base Oil
Getting Familiar with Special Techniques
Investing in quality cookware
Turning down the heat
Diving into decarbing
Testing Out Recipes at Home
Mixing up CBD Beverages
Bottoms Up! Indulging in CBD Cocktails
Cooking with CBD
Creating CBD Ingredients
Branching out to Other CBD and Hemp Products
Treating Your Sweet Tooth: Recipes for CBD Sweets and Snacks
Treating Your Body: Recipes for CBD Body Care and Skincare
Treating Your Pooch: Recipes for CBD Dog Food and Treats
The Part of Tens
Ten Reasons to Try CBD
You Can Use CBD Every Day
CBD Is a Plant-Based Product (Usually)
CBD Is Safe to Use
CBD Is Easy to Ingest
CBD Doesn’t Get You High
CBD Is Legal in Most States
CBD Is Available from Many Sources
You Can Take CBD Discreetly
Name Brands Provide Reliability
CBD Relieves Innumerable Conditions
Ten Ways CBD Can Help
CBD Enhances Health
CBD Relieves Stress
CBD Controls Nausea
CBD Relieves Pain
CBD Helps You Sleep
CBD Relieves Digestive Problems
CBD Supports Autoimmune Treatments
CBD Is Effective for Neurological Conditions
CBD Eases Cancer Symptoms
CBD Can Help Pets, Too
Ten Ways to Get CBD into Your System
Eat a Product Containing It
Smoke It
Vape It
Dab It
Smooth It on Your Skin
Put It in Your Food
Take a Mint
Swallow a Pill
Drop It under Your Tongue
Drink a Beverage That Contains It
Ten Tips for Having a Great CBD Experience
Recognizing That CBD Can Help
Researching before Buying
Buying the Best Product
Choosing the Form That Suits You
Finding the Proper Dose
Determining the Best Way to Buy
Being in a Good Physical Space
Getting Your Head Right
Adding a Complementary Product
Trying Something New When You Feel Comfortable
Helpful CBD Resources
Resources for Using CBD
Know Your CBD (International)
CBD Resource (U.K.-based)
Informative CBD Websites
Project CBD
Be Poplar
Industry-Focused Hemp Information
Informative Cannabis Resources
Leafly (U.S.-based)
Weed Maps (U.S.-based)
Miss Grass
Hello MD
Cannabis Health (U.K.-based)
Trade Organizations
Hemp Industries Association (HIA)
Drug Policy Alliance
Marijuana Policy Project
Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP)
American Herbal Pharmacopoeia (AHP)
Americans For Safe Access
American Trade Association for Cannabis & Hemp (ATACH)
Cannabis Trade Federation (CTF)
Cannabis Canada Association
Conferences
MJ Biz Con (U.S.-based)
NoCo Hemp Expo (U.S.-based)
Informative CBD Science Articles
Journal of Cannabis Research
PubMed
Updated CBD Guidelines
Daily CBD
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (U.S.-based)
Health Canada
The European Commission
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About the Author
Dedication
Author’s Acknowledgments
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