08 Feb Add Some CBD Spice to Your Love Life
Considering the handful of factors throughout life that play our hormones like a yo-yo, it is not surprising that women more often than men face the multiple frustrations that come as a result of a low to non-existent libido. Even on the occasion when we are mentally “in the mood,” that signal of arousal doesn’t always emit to other areas of the body. While this experience affects both men and women at different times and is an expected side-effect of aging, the embarrassment of feeling “broken” or worrying about the possibility of offending our partners can be extremely difficult to manage.
Luckily, in today’s progressive world, several aids have been found or developed in an attempt to combat these issues and make sex more enjoyable again. Even for those who have never experienced a plummeting sex drive, several of these tools have and can also be used to enhance the pleasures accompanied with intimacy. Some of the newer and promising products on the market being used to help spice up or revitalize love lives contain cannabidiol (CBD). Along with its increasingly well-known universal benefits, studies have reason to believe CBD products can be additionally helpful in the bedroom on multiple levels.
Whether from bearing and birthing children, suffering from a sleuth of medical conditions (endometriosis, vaginismus, etc.) or dealing with side-effects from depression, certain types of medication, or menopause, many women find sexual encounters unpleasurable and even painful, at times. For men, it is extremely common for age to bring forth nuisances with erectile dysfunction. Both men and women can fall subject to performance anxiety that renders sex less enjoyable. For some couples, they have fallen into a routine and are just in need of a fun change. With a mission to relieve much of this undesirable discomfort, frustration, or monotony, products containing CBD like personal lubricants, massage and body lotions and oils, oral sprays, and edibles are becoming more prevalent in the bedroom.
KICKSTARTING SEX WITH CBD
Consistently consuming CBD oils through tinctures or gel capsules can work wonders for regulating sexual functions. Among the many biological systems regulated by our endocannabinoid system is the reproductive system. Reproductive organs and sexual tissues have been found to contain a plethora of cannabinoid receptors. Activating these receptors with CBD helps increase blood flow to these organs and tissues and, as a result, heightens sensitivity and promotes natural lubrication.
CBD LUBE
A product becoming vastly popular in the CBD industry is CBD lubricant. Because such a product is so new, research on it is limited and merely anecdotal. While a lubricant can often offer a more pleasurable experience for women who suffer from dry or painful intercourse, adding CBD to the ingredient list is thought to further assist that alleviation. Based on studies which have found that ingested CBD can help relax muscles, increase blood flow (promoting natural lubrication), and decrease inflammation, it is not absurd to rationalize that at least some of these beneficial CBD properties could cross over through CBD-infused lube. Many individuals have felt noticeable relief from applying CBD-infused topicals like salves and body oils to sore muscles, so who’s to say a topical designed more specifically for sex could not also be beneficial?
As with any lubricant, researching the specific ingredients found within the product is important. It is always advised to look for water-based versus oil-based lubricants due to the possible latex degradation oil can cause in condoms (if this is a concern for you). This is a huge reason using an intentionally designed CBD lube rather than using regular CBD oil as a lubricant can be crucial. Avoiding products which contain any chemicals, artificial scents, and/or dyes which may result in irritation is also recommended. More specifically, sugars and glycerin are known to increase infection risks and are strongly cautioned against using on certain body parts during intimacy.
CBD AND ENDOMETRIOSIS
Unless you have dealt with endometriosis on a personal level, chances are, you may not be as familiar with all it entails. Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside the uterus often on ovaries, fallopian tubes, and/or intestines. Underdiagnosed, an 11 percent of American women between the ages 15-44 still deal with the extreme pain, cysts, fatigue, nausea, infertility, etc. brought on by the disorder. Even though endometriosis has become more easily diagnosable as time brings with it more accurate technological advances, effective treatments for endometriosis continue to lack.
As evidence regarding the alleviating and healing effects of CBD continue to emerge and strengthen, many women are beginning to treat their endometrial pain and symptoms with cannabidiol. One of the common side-effects of endometriosis is pain during and after intercourse. Often, hormonal birth control has been used as a treatment against the symptoms of endometriosis. While this remedy may work for a period of time, for many women, it is not something they want to depend on long term. Implementing additional hormones can often add other unpleasant side-effects and health risks. Prolonged use of other over-the-counter medications and prescriptions to manage pain also comes with health risks. Containing zero hormones or addictive properties, CBD makes for a promising alternative in helping treat many conditions like endometriosis.
Because the endocannabinoid system has been found to affect cellular proliferation (the process of cell growth and division) and apoptosis (the normal cell death that occurs during an organism’s development), theories are gathering that CBD could potentially slow the excess tissue growth common with endometriosis. In the way of treating endometrial pain, studies have shown that the uterus and ovaries contain several cannabinoid receptors. This finding suggests that the activation of those receptors with the introduction of CBD could have fantastic therapeutic effects for women enduring this adverse disorder.
CBD AND PERFORMANCE ANXIETY
Studies, thus far, on how cannabis affects a man’s libido is more divisive. While chronic cannabis use has been thought to lower a male’s sex drive, there are differing hypotheses which suggest cannabis-derived CBD products can actually improve libido by reducing sexual anxiety and promoting increased blood flow. Just as cannabinoid receptors have been found in the reproductive organs of women, research has also found these receptors in the testicles and other sex organs of men. Because CBD is thought to relax blood vessels and stimulate blood flow, this could offer potential assistance for men who suffer from erectile dysfunction.
Anxiety about sexual performance plagues both men and women. CBD is especially well-known, overall, for its stress and anxiety-reducing properties. It makes sense that this effect could help diminish self-conscious distractions and boost arousal. CBD has also been found to promote the release of the neurotransmitter known as anandamide. Associated with oxytocin, anandamide is known to produce feelings of delight and bliss. When activated by CBD, these natural endorphins can lead to a more satisfying sexual experience.
CBD + CHOCOLATE = THE ULTIMATE APHRODISIAC?
Whether we have been conditioned to associate fancy chocolate boxes with romance and “setting the mood,” or whether chocolate contains actual aphroditic properties, adding CBD to the mix seems like an idyllic combination. While not all types of chocolate possess the same beneficial properties, chocolate, in general, has been found to affect our mood, energy, and sexual function.
Mood: Phenylethylamine (PEA) is a chemical naturally produced by the brain that induces sensations of euphoria and promotes dopamine production. Chocolate has been found to contain an abundance of PEA which helps scientifically explain why chocolate can be used as a mood booster. Energy: Chocolate also contains a compound called theobromine which produces stimulation and excitement. Sexual Function: L-arginine is an amino acid found in chocolate that increases nitric oxide and promotes blood flow to sexual organs in both men and women. This can result in intensified sensation, satisfaction, and desire.
Although there haven’t been enough credible studies conducted on how CBD specifically affects sexuality, there are many doctors and healthcare professionals who continually see improvement in their patients’ love lives who use CBD. As cannabis and its products are becoming more regulated, it is likely that further studies of this nature will be performed. In the past, more specific studies on THC have been found to help with stages of sex such as libido, arousal, and orgasm. Although federal regulations require CBD products to contain less than 0.3% THC, using full-spectrum CBD products which offer whole-plant benefits might be a more effective choice when it comes to choosing a bedroom aid containing cannabidiol.
PRODUCT QUALITY MATTERS
In order to increase the likelihood of achieving the beneficial effects that CBD can offer in your love life, it is crucial to buy a quality product and become familiar with how your body reacts to the product first. Not only should CBD products have excellent reviews, it is important to research whether the company and products have been verified by an independent lab as well as ascertain the ingredients being used.
BluPeak Botanics is both a lab and product formulator. They work with a handful of vetted hemp farmers within the United States who are all known for superior plant genetics and earth-friendly practices. BluPeak Botanics is meticulous about the raw hemp they source and how they extract and craft the oil used in formulation. They are also committed to incorporating only natural ingredients into all their products. While most companies undergo a one-panel test from an independent lab, BluPeak Botanics does a five-panel test. Going a step further, BluPeak Botanics additionally tests for microbials, molds, heavy metals, and toxins before sending to market to ensure only the safest and highest-quality product.
HELPING YOU INCORPORATE CBD INTO YOUR LOVE LIFE
- Take CBD oil orally prior to sex to enhance sensation and reduce any performance anxiety or stress.
BluPeak Botanics offers CBD oil in the form of delicious natural hemp tinctures and tasteless hemp soft gel capsules. Tinctures come in a variety of concentrations and flavors such as Triple Berry, Lemon Lime, and Natural to best fit your fancy.
- Use CBD massage or body oil during a romantic massage.
BluPeak Botanics recommends both a therapeutic hemp-infused massage oil and nourishing body oil that will leave you with silky, glistening, and irresistible skin.
- Enjoy CBD edibles, such as chocolate, before becoming intimate to increase arousal and promote more fulfilling sex.
What even is romance without chocolate? BluPeak Botanics has enhanced the pleasures and benefits of CBD by incorporating it into a variety of decadent chocolates. If little else in life is treating you right, this is a treat that won’t disappoint.
Although hemp-free, BluPeak Botanics also offers an invigorating blend of botanic-infused bath salts that pair perfectly with all the other mood-setting CBD products. Can’t decide? Be sure to check out BluPeak Botanics’ Luxury Spa Set to indulge in more ways than one!
CBD affects everyone differently depending on biochemistry. An individual’s height, weight, gender, etc. will all determine how much or how little a dose is needed to acquire full effectiveness. To find your ideal dosage, it is recommended to start low and increase slowly until a difference is no longer felt. For many who begin taking CBD orally, it can take several days of continued use to truly notice the effects. After the initial adjustment period, you should be able to better gauge how long it takes for a dose to take effect which will be advantageous for planned intimacy. Although topicals may not initially take quite as long to adapt to, it is still advised to apply a topical containing CBD 30-60 minutes before becoming intimate to ensure the CBD properties have adequate time to kick in. For any other questions regarding CBD and how it can make a difference in your life, BluPeak Botanics is here to help!
Health Disclaimer: All information in this blog is provided for general and educational purposes only and should not be substituted for professional health advice. Before taking any action based upon the above information, it is strongly encouraged to consult with the appropriate medical and healthcare professionals.
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