The Best CBD Products and Dosages For Sleep

CBD products can affect people differently—what works for one person might not work for another. Although research on CBD is still in its infancy, there are promising results suggesting that it can be a beneficial natural sleep aid.

How to Use CBD for Sleep

CBD comes in many different forms and products, all with their own advantages and disadvantages, though the most popular are:

• Tinctures/oils
• Supplements/edibles
• Vape juices
• Topicals (creams, lotions, etc.)

Technically, the product with the highest bioavailability (the amount of a substance your body can use) and speed of effect is inhalation (vaping), but this places elevated risk on your lungs and airways and is not recommended.

On the other hand, supplements and edibles have the longest-lasting effect but comparatively lower bioavailability. Creams and other topicals have the lowest bioavailability and speed of effect. Still, they could be a helpful addition in treating localised pain (in the case of arthritis) or inflammatory skin conditions.

The overall best type of CBD product is tinctures or oils applied sublingually.

Correct Dosage of CBD for Sleep

Finding the right dose of CBD to help you sleep is often a case of trial and error. The general rule is to start with a low dosage, try it for a week, and increase the dosage slightly if you don't feel a change. Then, continue increasing the dose every few days until you get the desired results, but you shouldn't exceed the recommended daily maximum of 70mg CBD.

Recommended CBD-Containing Products for Better Sleep

Highly recommended CBD products containing sleep-promoting ingredients can be bought from Cannabotech's online store. Our patented M2CBD formula utilises pharmaceutical-grade CBD with extracts of the best functional mushroom species and other therapeutic components in easy-to-use products. For more info about how this combination may relieve your insomnia, read CBD and Functional Mushrooms for Sleep: Benefits, Side Effects, Usage, and More.

As for specific products, try any of the following:

• Relax Drops infused with lavender and chamomile extracts
• Beauty Sleep Drops with Chamomile to support relaxation

Potential Side Effects of Using CBD for Insomnia

People often wonder if the benefits of CBD for improving sleep quality naturally mean that it will cause feelings of grogginess or exhaustion as a side effect. Some individuals indeed experience somnolence (drowsiness) as a side effect, but this usually goes away after the individual gets used to it—or if treatment is stopped. Research has shown that even children didn't have lasting effects once they stopped taking CBD.

In fact, some studies have actually shown that CBD can promote feelings of wakefulness and enhanced focus in some individuals. This suggests that different people won't all react identically to CBD—and that positive and negative effects can exist. The important thing is that even when side effects do occur, CBD is not considered dangerous, and the risk of consuming a toxic dose is almost nonexistent.

That being said, side effects you should watch out for (other than somnolence) include:

• Dry mouth
• Reduced appetite
• Diarrhoea

Final Note

If you have severe insomnia, or if you're trying CBD for the first time, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor. With the right product and the correct dosage, CBD could help you relax, fall asleep, and stay asleep through the entire night.