CBD Has Made It To The UK, Here Are The Top 7 You Need To Try

CBD is the latest buzzword among the health and wellness world. CBD stands for cannabidiol which is just one of more than 100 chemicals found in the cannabis plant (hemp).
However, it’s important to note that unlike regular cannabis, CBD won’t get you high, in fact, it has no psychoactive properties at all. Interestingly, CBD in some countries has been approved for use to alleviate pain associated with multiple sclerosis, whilst another recent 2018 review showed that it can be an effective treatment for certain types of childhood epilepsy. 1
There have also been numerous anecdotal benefits for the use of CBD. Many have claimed that CBD has helped to reduce their anxiety, depression, pain and inflammation, whilst others have seen improvements in skin conditions such as acne. However, there is a need for high quality randomised controlled trials to back up these claims before making recommendations.
Until now cannabis oil wasn't sold in stores, but according to the Cannabis Trades Association UK, the number of cannabidiol consumers has rocketed from 125,000 12 months ago to 250,000 now. This flurry of excitement could be why CBD is one of the fastest growing industries in the UK. So here are the top CBD products that are available for you to try...
1. CBD Water
Love Hemp Water has made things easy by infusing natural spring water with CBD droplets. Interestingly, the water-soluble CBD extract used has a high bioavailability when blended into water. This allows for faster uptake and ability to cross the blood-brain barrier in comparison to any oil-based CBD product on the market.According to Love Hemp, this water has taken over 9 months to perfect. Not only is it super refreshing but most are shocked at how good this CBD water tastes!
2mg CBD droplets per 500ml bottle | £1.99
2. CBD Infused Gummy Bears
These gummies could certainly be the tastiest way to get your daily dose of CBD. These tasty fruit flavoured gummy bears are infused with CBD, but due to the high quantity of CBD per gummy, it’s important to stick to just 1-4 per day!10mg CBD per gummy | £9.99 for 10 bears
3. CBD Chocolate

This tasty chocolate is infused with CBD, and has a smooth texture with a subtle vanilla twist. What’s more, this high-quality chocolate contains 64% cocoa solids and also comes with health-promoting polyphenols including terpenes and flavonoids.
10mg CBD per 25g chocolate | £3.99
4. Organic CBD Coconut Oil

24mg CBD per 1 teaspoon | £34.99
5. CBD Balm

50mg CBD per tin | £34.99
6. CBD Soap
This handmade soap uses an old recipe with modern herbal extracts. It is totally natural and organic and is made from virgin organic hempseed oil, olive oil, coconut oil, palm oil, extra virgin flaxseed oil, castor oil and natural essential oils for the scent. It is handmade in a process which involves the soap being baked in clay ovens with the temperature never exceeding 60 degrees.15% CBD per bar | £19.99
7. Flower Power CBD Infused Coffee

5mg CBD per cup | £14.99
References
1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29344464
By Lily Soutter