Best CBD Gummies for Your Wellness Routine

Cannabidiol, or CBD, has been getting increasing attention lately for the many ways it can enhance wellness routines. Consistent CBD use can offer many health and wellness benefits, including better sleep at night, increased focus and mental clarity during the day, reduced pain and inflammation after physical activity and help with stress or temporary anxiety. There are many different product formulations available, some intentionally formulated for specific wellness benefits. But with a wide range of options out there, it’s important to make sure you select CBD products from brands that use only clean ingredients and which ensure their products are rigorously tested by independent labs. So which CBD gummies are the best fit for your wellness routine? Let’s dive into the options.

Understanding CBD and Wellness

What Are CBD Gummies?

CBD is a non-intoxicating, naturally-occurring compound found in both the hemp and marijuana plants (which are both members of the cannabis plant family). CBD is available in many different product forms, including tinctures, softgel capsules, topical formulations, and gummies. While each product form has its advantages, CBD gummies are a popular form since they come with consistent, pre-measured amounts of CBD, meaning you get the right amount each time without having to measure. Plus, gummies are convenient and travel-friendly, with a delicious taste! But it’s worth noting that gummies can take a little longer after consumption to kick in compared to some other forms; many people find that it takes one to two hours to feel the effects of their gummies.

How CBD Interacts with Your Body

CBD, like other cannabinoids, works by interacting with the endocannabinoid system, or ECS. The ECS is a network of receptors and messengers that regulate many vital processes in your body, helping your body find homeostasis, or balance. The messengers manufactured by your body are made as needed and are broken down quickly by enzymes. When your body cannot produce enough messengers on its own, this communication system can fail. That’s where CBD comes in. CBD mimics these messengers and influences the receptors of the endocannabinoid system.

The CBD used in gummies can be made from full spectrum hemp extract, broad spectrum hemp extract, or CBD Isolate. Full spectrum hemp extract is a full-plant extract containing naturally occurring CBD, as well as other minor cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids and less than 0.3% THC. Full spectrum hemp extract allows you to fully experience the Entourage Effect, the synergistic way that the different plant components in hemp have a greater effect when working together than they do individually. Broad spectrum hemp extract undergoes some processing that maintains the hemp plant’s CBD, minor cannabinoids and terpenes, but removes THC (though trace amounts less than 0.01% may remain). CBD Isolate undergoes additional processing to remove all other molecules, resulting in pure CBD that is THC-free.

Why People Choose CBD for Their Wellness Routines

Your endocannabinoid system regulates many of the vital processes in your body, including mood, mild stress, pain and inflammation after physical activity, memory and more. By supporting your ECS and the functions it regulates, CBD has the potential to provide numerous wellness benefits.

In data collected from an internal customer survey of 1,900 respondents, the most commonly-reported benefits felt by daily users within 7 to 14 days included better sleep, more relaxation, less discomfort, and less stiffness and inflammation after physical activity. In the same study, 89% of CBD users reported that CBD helped them calm their mind, 84% reported that CBD helped with pain after physical activity, 89% reported that CBD helped calm their mind, and 89% reported that CBD helped them sleep better.

Choosing the Best CBD Gummies Based on Wellness Goals

You’ve seen a little about how CBD works and its potential benefits. Now, let’s dive into specific products and how their effects can fit into your wellness routine!

Best CBD Gummies for Better Sleep

If better sleep is at the top of your wellness wish list, consider taking a sleep gummy that combines CBD with CBN. Cannabinol, or CBN, is another cannabinoid found in the industrial hemp plant (there are more than 113 identified minor cannabinoids!). Like CBD, CBN is non-intoxicating. And CBN has been found to promote quality sleep – one recent study specifically looking at the effects of CBN on sleep quality found that individuals who took CBN woke up less frequently during the night and had fewer sleep disturbances than study participants who took a placebo, without experiencing daytime fatigue the next day!¹

When you take CBD gummies for better sleep, it’s important to remember that the cannabinoids in gummies are absorbed through the digestive system, meaning it can take a bit longer to feel their effects. Most people feel the effects of their gummies one to two hours after consuming them, so make sure to adjust your timing accordingly!

If you’re interested in trying gummies with CBN, we suggest starting with our Sound Sleep gummies. Since they contain only CBN, these gummies give you a chance to fully experience CBN’s sleep-promoting properties.

Q: How long before bed should I take CBD gummies for sleep?

A: Most people feel the effects of CBD gummies one to two hours after consuming them. If you’re taking CBD gummies for sleep, be sure to adjust when you take them to line up with your ideal sleep time!

Best CBD Gummies for Stress Relief

CBD is also known for its ability to promote relaxation and relieve stress. In a December 2019 CBDistillery customer survey, 88% of CBD users reported that CBD helped with mild or temporary anxiety, and 89% of CBD users reported that CBD helped calm their mind. And CBD gummies offer the chance to unwind without the hangover the next day; in fact, 73% of CBD users in that survey preferred CBD to a glass of wine!

If you’re ready to take your relaxation to the next level, look for a gummy that blends CBD with naturally-occurring Delta-9 THC, like our new Sour Peach Gummies. With 5mg of THC and 25mg of CBD, these gummies help you decompress and unwind naturally, without the hangover tomorrow.

Q: Can I take CBD gummies for daily stress management?

A: Yes! Many people find that CBD helps them calm their mind and relax, and daily users find CBD more effective than people who use CBD only as needed!*

*As reported by participants in a 2019 CBDistillery customer survey.

Best CBD Gummies for Focus and Clarity

When you need extra focus or mental clarity, reach for CBD gummies for focus and concentration. CBD can help you feel calmer and help reduce mild or temporary anxiety, letting you focus on the task at hand.* While feeling calmer can make it easier to fall asleep, it is not the same as being sleepy, and many people find that they can focus better during the day when their mind is settled. And in a 2022 CBDistillery study on mild and temporary anxiety, participants taking a combination of CBD and CBG, another naturally-occurring cannabinoid, reported increased focus and mental clarity!

For an extra daytime boost, reach for our Peach Power Focus & Recharge gummies. Blending CBD with CBDV, a rare cannabinoid known for its potential to support mental clarity and sustained energy, these gummies give you a mental and physical energy boost. Whether you’re powering through a tough workout or looking for something to get you through a long day, Peach Power gummies offer a way to elevate your energy and sharpen your focus, without the jitters or later crash that caffeine and sugary foods often bring.

*As reported by participants in a November 2019 CBDistillery customer survey.

Q: Will CBD make me feel foggy during the day?
A: CBD interacts differently with each person’s body depending on body composition, metabolism, and other factors. But many people find that CBD can help them feel calmer, not necessarily drowsy. This is one reason we suggest you start with a low serving and go slow, so you can find the amount that works best for you!

Best CBD Gummies for Daily Balance

You’ve already seen how CBD can interact with your endocannabinoid system to help your body find balance, and the many wellness benefits CBD can bring. But consistency is key! In a November 2019 CBDistillery customer survey, daily users reported finding CBD more effective and feeling the benefits sooner than people who only used CBD as needed. Whether you take CBD in the morning or evening, building it into a routine that helps you remember to take it every day will make it easier to be consistent.

For daily balance, try our 30mg CBD Relief & Relaxation gummies. With full spectrum hemp extract so you can harness the Entourage Effect, these gummies are expertly-formulated to help you regulate your body into homeostasis, or balance. A customer-favorite, these CBD gummies are popular among those seeking relief, relaxation and recovery.

Q: Should I take CBD every day?

A: Yes! Daily users report finding CBD more effective and feeling benefits sooner than people who use CBD only as needed.*

*As reported by participants in a 2019 CBDistillery survey of 1,900 customers.

How to Choose the Right CBD Gummy for You

Key Factors to Consider

So what CBD gummy is right for you? Much of it comes down to your wellness goals. Whether you’re trying to find better sleep, more relaxation or focus and clarity, pay attention to the formulation. Some gummies include other cannabinoids, like CBN or CBDV, which have different wellness benefits. And of course, pay attention to the amount of CBD in your gummies! We suggest starting low and going slow to find the serving that lets you find the wellness benefits you’re seeking.

Timing Tips for Different Needs

Similarly, the best time of day to take your CBD gummies depends largely on your goals. If you’re seeking better sleep or taking a CBD gummy that also contains CBN, taking your gummy before bed will offer the greatest benefit. If you’re taking it for better clarity, taking it in the morning may make more sense. If you take other supplements or vitamins, you may want to consider taking your CBD gummies at the same time to make consistency easier.

Tracking Your Wellness Progress

In addition to starting low and going slow with the amount of CBD itself, many people try different CBD gummy formulations before finding what helps them the most. (And 62% of people in a November 2019 CBDistillery customer survey found that using multiple CBD products was more effective than using one product alone!) So how do you find what works best for you? Many people use a journal. Whether it’s keeping notes on your phone or writing in a physical journal, doing so can help you keep track of what formulations and amounts you’ve tried, and what benefits you noticed. And since it can take several weeks before you feel the full benefits of CBD, writing down these details can make it easier to remember not just what you’ve tried, but when you started taking it as well.

Why Choose CBDistillery?

When you choose CBD gummies from CBDistillery, you can shop with confidence. Our gummies are vegan, made with 100% clean ingredients (including natural flavors, organic sugar and organic tapioca syrup instead of high fructose corn syrup, and no artificial preservatives), and backed by more than 49,000 verified 5-star reviews. And every single batch of our gummies undergoes verified third-party testing, with Certificates of Analysis available online for that specific batch – not a batch from three years ago. If you’re not quite sure where to begin, consider requesting a personal consultation.

As always, if you have medical concerns, please consult your healthcare provider before using CBD gummies so your provider can advise you about your unique medical needs.

Sources:

1 - Bonn-Miller MO, Feldner MT, Bynion TM, Eglit GML, Brunstetter M, Kalaba M, Zvorsky I, Peters EN, Hennesy M. A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study of the safety and effects of CBN with and without CBD on sleep quality. Exp Clin Psychopharmacol. 2024 Jun;32(3):277-284. doi: 10.1037/pha0000682. Epub 2023 Oct 5. PMID: 37796540.