{"id":5284,"date":"2026-07-22T18:39:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T16:39:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drrafaelcastro.com\/blog\/?p=5284"},"modified":"2026-07-24T18:39:16","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T16:39:16","slug":"is-cbd-good-for-sleep-what-the-evidence-shows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drrafaelcastro.com\/blog\/is-cbd-good-for-sleep-what-the-evidence-shows\/","title":{"rendered":"Is CBD Good for Sleep? What the Evidence Shows"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Animal studies show increased activity in the suprachiasmatic nucleus, the small region that controls your circadian rhythm, after CBD administration. One key mechanism involves cortisol \u2014 the hormone your body releases during stress that also promotes wakefulness. <!--more--> Instead \u2014 it works through several indirect pathways that make it easier for your body to wind down naturally.<\/p>\n<p>Always tell your health care provider about any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins\/minerals, herbal products, and <a href=\"https:\/\/avstarnews.com\/why-more-consumers-are-turning-to-online-stores-for-hard-to-find-products\/\">why shoppers seek hard-to-find products online<\/a> other supplements you are using. Call your health care provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms. Call your health care provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms of liver damage. Take one or two of these Sleep Capsules before bed each night as part of your wind down routine.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s get started by looking at exactly what is meant by the term CBD and what this compound is thought to do in your body. Recent research also hints at the potential therapeutic benefits of CBD in sleep disorders \u2014 including obstructive sleep apnea, narcolepsy, REM sleep behavior disorder, and PTSD-related nightmares 86,87,88. Furthermore (research indicates that plasma levels of OEA are elevated in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)), and these levels positively correlate with both the respiratory distress index and the body mass index .<\/p>\n<p>Fruit-flavored cannabis gummies are popular, but tinctures (oils that you take as drops under the tongue) make it easier to slowly ramp up your dose to get the desired effect. Sometimes (chronic pain), anxiety, or just feeling like you can&#8217;t turn off your brain at night may be interfering with your sleep. Nearly 80% of Americans live in a county with at least one cannabis dispensary, which can be a good place to start. Currently (anyone in the US can purchase CBD-based products derived from hemp), a variety of cannabis with low THC levels. A 2022 review of previous research on cannabinoids and sleep disorders noted that while enthusiasm for using cannabis for sleep may have surpassed the available evidence \u2014 there&#8217;s a strong rationale for doing more research in this realm.<\/p>\n<p>Alcohol\u2011based extracts, i.e., tinctures, are treated similarly. For those who are interested yet uncertain where to begin \u2014 this guide offers answers to your queries and dispels many typical misunderstandings about CBD and its applications. People who are thinking about using CBD\u2014or already do\u2014need to consult a physician to discuss safety and potential hazards tailored to their personal situation. Interactions can occur between CBD and various supplements or medications, such as antidepressants, warfarin, among others. Research published in 2019 demonstrated that CBD markedly alleviated anxiety\u2011related symptoms in mice. One illustration: a 2018 mouse study found that CBD curtails inflammation by blocking the emission of pro\u2011inflammatory agents.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.suttonroad.org\/_site\/data\/images\/news\/1411\/main-vaping-dangers.jpg\" alt=\"technology behind modern cannabis vaping\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" style=\"padding: 10px;\"><\/p>\n<p>Your brain and body get used to the chemicals in cannabis or other drugs. If you\u2019re one of the millions of people who have trouble sleeping (you may have considered a cannabis compound), such as CBD. Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep, which can have very serious consequences and is usually treated with a CPAP , continuous positive airway pressure, machine. For tinctures \u2014 30 to 60 minutes before bed is a good starting point. If you\u2019re on any regular prescription medication, check with your pharmacist before adding CBD to your routine. If you\u2019re subject to drug testing, even the small amount of THC in full-spectrum products , legally under 0.3%, could potentially trigger a positive result.<\/p>\n<p>This same receptor is involved in the body&#8217;s natural transition from wakefulness to sleep. An older but frequently cited study found that 160mg CBD significantly increased total sleep time compared to placebo. No detail is too small and could help your doctor figure out what\u2019s triggering your sleep issues. Ask about nondrug ways to get a good night\u2019s rest. \u201cWe don\u2019t know if (THC) is disrupting sleep architecture at those higher doses,\u201d Sexton says.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Animal studies show increased activity in the suprachiasmatic nucleus, the small region that controls your circadian rhythm, after CBD administration. 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