At Papa & Barkley, we love sharing information about the many benefits of CBD, such as the ways this all-natural plant compound can support muscle recovery, help us manage stress, and contribute to a better night’s sleep.

But while some people use CBD as a medicine, for others it provides the most benefit when treated as a daily supplement. Why? Many clinicians agree that it’s easier to treat symptoms such as muscle pain or soreness when they’re mild. And because CBD exerts a gentle relaxing effect on our nervous systems, many consumers find it more supportive when taken on a regular basis rather than waiting for stress or other symptoms to escalate.

Read on to uncover the benefits of CBD, and how those benefits may be maximized when you make CBD a part of your daily wellness routine.

What Is CBD? A Partner In Wellness

One question we often get from people who are curious about CBD but who have not yet tried it is: What does CBD do? CBD is a cannabinoid, a plant compound that interacts with our bodies through the endocannabinoid system, or “ECS.” The ECS, in turn, is a vital regulatory network that helps our bodies stay healthy, regulate memory and sleep, and maintain homeostasis, among other functions. Because CBD exerts a gentle modulating effect on the receptors of the ECS, one way to characterize it is that it’s “speaking the same language” as our body’s own regulatory system, offering us a natural partner in our day-to-day wellness.

What are some benefits of CBD? Studies suggest that CBD helps manage the body’s response to normal inflammation, such as that caused by minor strains. It also helps reduce the perception of discomfort by modulating pain signals in the brain.

As numerous studies suggest, CBD also helps soothe stress. One corollary effect is that because stress and sleep can be closely associated, CBD has the potential to help us find deeper, more restorative sleep. That’s one reason we include it in our lineup of all-natural sleep products.

CBD’s Benefits: The Power of Consistency

As we referenced at the beginning of this article, many clinicians point to the benefits of consistent CBD use. In addition to helping us sustainably manage persistent pain, there are indications that regular CBD intake helps promote greater equilibrium for our immune systems and our overall wellness.

Each person’s ECS—with its vast network of receptors found throughout the body—is different, and while some people experience immediate relief when using CBD, still others find they derive the most benefit from controlled and consistent use. Initial research also suggests that imbalances in the ECS, called endocannabinoid deficiencies, may even contribute to certain chronic and difficult-to-treat conditions.

While harnessing the benefits of CBD to help soothe aches, restore calm and sleep better when you need them has helped many people in a pinch, the consistent support of our endocannabinoid system through a daily wellness routine that includes CBD can offer a variety of benefits.

“I've had problems with my knees for the last few years. This is the only product that helps,” said Adam. There are ECS receptors found throughout the skin, where they work to maintain balance and modulate normal inflammation. If you regularly experience aches and strains related to regular exercise or chronic symptoms, regular use of topical CBD may be just the thing to keep you comfortable and mobile.

“I tried a jar of the CBD Releaf Balm 3-4 years ago for sore spots,” said Shawn Bellefeuille. “After a couple of purchases I decided to start getting it on the subscription program, I’m a firm user of the product.” Shawn’s also seen the benefits of CBD for supporting better rest: “I’ve also used the drops for sleep. I tried another popular person's sleep drops, Papa & Barkley works better for me.”

Then there’s the topic of stress. As all too many of us know, stress typically isn’t a one-time experience. Rather, we tend to experience microstressors throughout the day alongside larger flare ups during particularly challenging episodes of our lives. Regular CBD intake can help keep the sensations associated with stress to a manageable level. The result? You get to experience a more supple, balanced, and ultimately sustainable response to life’s inevitable stressful situations.

Cassandra has found support for stress relief and sleep with regular use of CBD. “Great for stress and sleep! We've been using this product for years and have an auto-renew subscription. Truly makes a huge difference in our daily well-being!”

Explore the Benefits of Consistent CBD Use with Papa & Barkley

Papa & Barkley was founded with one product: our bestselling Releaf Balm, developed by our founder Adam Grossman to help his father manage debilitating back pain. Since then, we’ve expanded our award-winning product line so that we can widely and openly share the benefits that all-natural, clean and solvent-free CBD products have to offer in a variety of different formats.

If you’re interested in learning about potential CBD benefits, you’re in the right place. Whether you access it through our classic Releaf Balm, Releaf Gummies or other great CBD products, we believe—and a growing body of clinical data suggest—it’s a safe, effective, and sustainable response to a host of chronic symptoms and conditions.

Do you have more questions about the potential benefits of CBD? We’d love to help you realize the full potential of this all-natural compound. Just drop us a line; we’re here to help.