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How to stay calm during COVID-19 with CBD

The Lord works in mysterious ways

By Maxine HupyPublished 4 years ago 4 min read
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Lord Jones has been a game changer for me before COVID-19, but especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. So then, who/what is Lord Jones?

Lord Jones manufactures and distributes hemp-derived CBD infused topicals and ingestibles. Topicals include a variety of creams, balms, bath salts, and face oil. Ingestibles include gumdrops, chocolates, tinctures, and gel capsules.

Let me explain what I have jumped on the CBD train and why I plan to stay here…

As a professional ballet dancer, I have been injured many times including (but not limited to) breaking my foot four times, chronic achilles tendonitis, numerous dead toenails, and a torn labrum in my hip. While the injuries have mostly “healed,” the pain never truly goes away. Dancers, especailly ballet dancers, have a very high tolerance for pain. The first time I broke my foot I danced on it broken for one month thinking I was being a baby about it. It hurt to walk outside of the dance studio and it hurt in the dance studio, but I was competing and auditioning for a coveted position so I was not going to let a little foot pain stand in my way. Ultimately I was placed in a boot and crutches. For years I turned to a variety of different pain relief outlets, and I have to say CBD has been a game changer for pre and post dance.

While I cannot claim any medical benefits like pain relief, inflammation reduction, or sleep assistance as they are still being tested continuously, I merely say that I have found a “savior” in CBD and specifically the brand I highlight today, Lord Jones.

Lord Jones is an LA based small company that was deemed an essential business during COVI-19. Lord Jones lab-tests all products to ensure proper purity and potency. All of the CBD extract is derived from hemp is cultivated in the USA. The gumdrops and chews are made by hand in small batches. There are seasonal gummy flavors as well as chocolate chews. My favorite flavor is blackcurrant and is available on their site now. It is the ultimate treat after a long day, perfect for before bed.

The Royal Oil, developed by personal care experts, can be ingested and used topically to enhance your skincare routine. This was the first CBD product to launch in Sephora and is still a fan favorite! I use Royal Oil most evenings either on my face in place of a moisturizer or as a tincture. At first this will seem like a pricey investment, but when comparing to other brands and offerings on the market, this is a very fair price for the high strength (1000mg) and double use.

The Bath Salts developed by Lord Jones are not only calming and melt away all tension, but they smell DIVINE! If you are not a bath person yet…these salts will turn you into one for sure. Formulated with pink Himalayan salt, Epsom salts, a variety of essential oils, calendula petals, arnica, and CBD oil, say hello to luxury in your home.

Let’s talk creams/lotions. If you are not comfortable ingesting CBD, you can use it topically to increase full body wellness. Body? There’s a lotion (and an oil) for that. This lotion has two different scents, each worth trying. Stilettos? There’s a cream for that too. Think about the number of hours you spend on your feet and where your feet will take you after the stay at home order is lifted…think about giving your feet the extra TLC they need with the Stiletto cream!

Still confused? Let’s take it back to the basics: What is CBD? Hemp Seed Oil? Does it get me high?

Cannabidiol, known as CBD, is one of over a hundred unique compounds (or cannabinoids) found exclusively in the cannabis plant. When ingested or applied topically, CBD promotes a calm sense of well-being. Cannabinoids produce effects in the Endocannabinoid System, which is responsible for helping maintain homeostasis and balance in the body. The body’s natural production of cannabinoids can shrink due to imbalances internally or external stress. Therefore, supplementing the body with hemp-derived CBD can help balance the body, and may optimize whole body wellness.

Hemp seed oil (sometimes referred to as cannabis sativa seed oil) is high in antioxidants, amino acids, and omega-3 and -6 fatty acids, but contains NO CBD. Cannabis Sativa Oil (hemp seed oil) is a product that has been available in health food stores for decades and abundantly present in smoothies and skin care. CBD is only present in the flower, stem and leaves of the stalk, not in the seed. So, there is no CBD in products made from hemp seed oil.

CBD (Cannabidiol) is the non-euphoric cannabinoid associated with health and wellness. THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) is the plant’s primary psychoactive compound, known for its euphoriant "high" effect. THC gets you high, CBD does not.

Now what? I highly recommend you take a serious look at Lord Jones for your wellness needs. As an essential business during this surreal time, they are currently offering 30% off all of their products with the code ESSENTIAL at checkout.

Find Lord Jones on Instagram @thelordjones and purchase directly from their website here.

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