AlohaDreaming
Bronze Member
I have read a lot of information on here about people who have tried different things. I wanted to share.
First let me say, I am not a doctor, my opinions are based on my experiences. What works for me may not work for you. I wanted to give input to those who maybe interested in trying this as an alternative.
About a week ago I ordered CBD Oil, which is legal in the United States in all 50 states. I picked a variety that has been specifically grown with high CBDs (20%) and very low THC, less than 0.03%. This particular strain isn't meant for psychoactive properties, it was grown for the purpose of leaning more towards the use in medical for pain, anxiety and a few other options.
Let me first stress, I have never smoked marijuana, ever. I'm not against it, toke if you like for medical or recreational, but I never had an interest. I do believe in the benefits of it tho.
So I researched for a few weeks, before I took the plung and bought a bottle. For one fluid ounce I spent 40.00 and got free shipping. I wanted to try something that didn't create such bad side effects in me as traditional medications, so with my therapist's blessing, since it's legal, and since I wasn't interested in the high, just the benefit.
I'd been having really heavy anxiety for a few weeks. I had a few full out episodes that were creating a lot of issues with me. I wasn't getting anything done. Life was coming to that all too dreaded pause.
I started my oil last Friday, it says take one full dropper. I'm very sensitive to any kind of meds, and I wasn't sure how I'd react to this, but I followed the suggested serving size. I was very sleepy all day. Like couldn't keep my eyes open, it was hard to function sleepy. I found that frustrating, because I wanted to be relaxed, and able to go on with my day. Instead I spent it cat napping most of the day. When we did go out I was lucid, focused, but not that usual 'Who's watching me?' feel, but just normal, relaxed and having fun. Very different than my usual groove.
I slept like the dead that night. Bonus. But at that point had slept 14 hours, so no bueno. I could feel the effects of one dropper from 4pm when I took it, till the next morning. I felt a little more cloudy, but no more cloudy than I feel when I was on regular pharmaceuticals. Zoloft always made me feel like I had cotton candy in my brain. This gave me that feel, but not in a bad way. Having never had anything with THC in it, even that micro 0.03% probably hit me hard. But I felt normal, happy and myself.
The next day, I decided, okay 1 full dropper is way too much. They expected you to take 2 a day. I'd have been in a CBD enduced Coma. Again, not doing it. I need to be able to function.
So I tried 1/8 of a dropper. I felt the mild calm start, but it wasn't like a cold winter day, brisk and blowing constantly, it was like a warm day with a cool breeze. I could still feel my anxiety under it. So I took another 1/8 of a dropper. Now, I'm not a small woman by any means. I'm about 250lbs. But again, I have a low tolerance to many things. I can't drink, because it effects me so heavily. I can't take many medications, because I turn into a zombie. We've tried a lot of them...what worked best for me was homeopathic and natural medicines. This doesn't work for everyone, some people need traditional medication therapy. I've been working on my PTSD issues for going on 7 years. I have an understanding of where I am as a person with medicines. It's why I am experimenting now more.
So that 1/4 smoothed me out. I was relaxed, very minor ignore-able anxiety. I could focus. Really focus...actually articulate, actually speak without mental hiccups, I could do three things at once. I was able to retain what I read without having to read it six times over. It was surreal. I was laughing freely, not pausing before I did things. No over thinking. Part of this started on Day 1. By Day 2, it was getting easier. I felt more fully functioning.
By Day Three, I took one 1/8th dose, and did my day just fine. I could still feel the calm there, but I just wanted to maintain it for the day.
The fourth day, I took none all day. Still felt calm. This is the best I've felt in 5 months.
I had a major meltdown today. What I noticed was it wasn't a volcano, when it usually is a volcano. It was a firecracker and then boom over. Okay maybe more like 10 fire cracker bundles, and then even. The other amazing thing I've noticed, I don't have body pain like I used to. I've been having issues with major pain from my anxiety in my neck, shoulders, hips and legs. Nothing. I feel creaky, here and there, but once I move around, I feel good. No oddness.
I like the result I'm getting. This is the lowest parts per million they offer. So I'm blow away. It is working for me, and I'm not feeling side effects to badly, besides that one day where I felt sleepy.
Would I keep taking this as a daily or every few day natural medication? Yes.
Would I suggest it? I think for 40.00 if you and your doctor think it's a good fit, then yes try it.
Benefits/Drawbacks? The benefit you can read, at-least from my experience. It's a good alternative to smoking because there's no smell unless you're vaping of course. The base is out of Olive Oil or Sunflower Seed Oil, so it's a healthy fat you're introducing to your body. Taste? It's kind of rough I'll be honest. Put it under your tongue and have water ready. I let it rest under my tongue for a minute, then drink water. Otherwise, it's pretty harsh to my taste buds. It's olive oil with a very earthy undertone. I didn't like it. lol
I'll keep posting as I keep taking it. If you want to know what I'm using feel free to PM me, I don't want to turn this into an advert for the company. Overall, it's been a decent experience.
-Nine
First let me say, I am not a doctor, my opinions are based on my experiences. What works for me may not work for you. I wanted to give input to those who maybe interested in trying this as an alternative.
About a week ago I ordered CBD Oil, which is legal in the United States in all 50 states. I picked a variety that has been specifically grown with high CBDs (20%) and very low THC, less than 0.03%. This particular strain isn't meant for psychoactive properties, it was grown for the purpose of leaning more towards the use in medical for pain, anxiety and a few other options.
Let me first stress, I have never smoked marijuana, ever. I'm not against it, toke if you like for medical or recreational, but I never had an interest. I do believe in the benefits of it tho.
So I researched for a few weeks, before I took the plung and bought a bottle. For one fluid ounce I spent 40.00 and got free shipping. I wanted to try something that didn't create such bad side effects in me as traditional medications, so with my therapist's blessing, since it's legal, and since I wasn't interested in the high, just the benefit.
I'd been having really heavy anxiety for a few weeks. I had a few full out episodes that were creating a lot of issues with me. I wasn't getting anything done. Life was coming to that all too dreaded pause.
I started my oil last Friday, it says take one full dropper. I'm very sensitive to any kind of meds, and I wasn't sure how I'd react to this, but I followed the suggested serving size. I was very sleepy all day. Like couldn't keep my eyes open, it was hard to function sleepy. I found that frustrating, because I wanted to be relaxed, and able to go on with my day. Instead I spent it cat napping most of the day. When we did go out I was lucid, focused, but not that usual 'Who's watching me?' feel, but just normal, relaxed and having fun. Very different than my usual groove.
I slept like the dead that night. Bonus. But at that point had slept 14 hours, so no bueno. I could feel the effects of one dropper from 4pm when I took it, till the next morning. I felt a little more cloudy, but no more cloudy than I feel when I was on regular pharmaceuticals. Zoloft always made me feel like I had cotton candy in my brain. This gave me that feel, but not in a bad way. Having never had anything with THC in it, even that micro 0.03% probably hit me hard. But I felt normal, happy and myself.
The next day, I decided, okay 1 full dropper is way too much. They expected you to take 2 a day. I'd have been in a CBD enduced Coma. Again, not doing it. I need to be able to function.
So I tried 1/8 of a dropper. I felt the mild calm start, but it wasn't like a cold winter day, brisk and blowing constantly, it was like a warm day with a cool breeze. I could still feel my anxiety under it. So I took another 1/8 of a dropper. Now, I'm not a small woman by any means. I'm about 250lbs. But again, I have a low tolerance to many things. I can't drink, because it effects me so heavily. I can't take many medications, because I turn into a zombie. We've tried a lot of them...what worked best for me was homeopathic and natural medicines. This doesn't work for everyone, some people need traditional medication therapy. I've been working on my PTSD issues for going on 7 years. I have an understanding of where I am as a person with medicines. It's why I am experimenting now more.
So that 1/4 smoothed me out. I was relaxed, very minor ignore-able anxiety. I could focus. Really focus...actually articulate, actually speak without mental hiccups, I could do three things at once. I was able to retain what I read without having to read it six times over. It was surreal. I was laughing freely, not pausing before I did things. No over thinking. Part of this started on Day 1. By Day 2, it was getting easier. I felt more fully functioning.
By Day Three, I took one 1/8th dose, and did my day just fine. I could still feel the calm there, but I just wanted to maintain it for the day.
The fourth day, I took none all day. Still felt calm. This is the best I've felt in 5 months.
I had a major meltdown today. What I noticed was it wasn't a volcano, when it usually is a volcano. It was a firecracker and then boom over. Okay maybe more like 10 fire cracker bundles, and then even. The other amazing thing I've noticed, I don't have body pain like I used to. I've been having issues with major pain from my anxiety in my neck, shoulders, hips and legs. Nothing. I feel creaky, here and there, but once I move around, I feel good. No oddness.
I like the result I'm getting. This is the lowest parts per million they offer. So I'm blow away. It is working for me, and I'm not feeling side effects to badly, besides that one day where I felt sleepy.
Would I keep taking this as a daily or every few day natural medication? Yes.
Would I suggest it? I think for 40.00 if you and your doctor think it's a good fit, then yes try it.
Benefits/Drawbacks? The benefit you can read, at-least from my experience. It's a good alternative to smoking because there's no smell unless you're vaping of course. The base is out of Olive Oil or Sunflower Seed Oil, so it's a healthy fat you're introducing to your body. Taste? It's kind of rough I'll be honest. Put it under your tongue and have water ready. I let it rest under my tongue for a minute, then drink water. Otherwise, it's pretty harsh to my taste buds. It's olive oil with a very earthy undertone. I didn't like it. lol
I'll keep posting as I keep taking it. If you want to know what I'm using feel free to PM me, I don't want to turn this into an advert for the company. Overall, it's been a decent experience.
-Nine
