CBN for sleep

What To Look For in Sleeping Aids for Great Sleep

| Spencer Beaudreault

It is estimated that 50-70 million adults in the United States suffer from some form of sleep disorder. And many people are turning to CBN for sleep

Getting enough sleep is just as important in terms of health as proper dieting and regular exercise. A lack of sleep, or a lack of quality sleep, can be extremely detrimental to a person’s general well-being. Aggression, depression, and an inability to focus are all common side effects of sleep deprivation, but did you know that a lack of sleep could also put you at a higher risk for developing diabetes and obesity? Sleep deprivation is believed to lead to an increase in mistakes and accidents, as it can actually affect the prefrontal cortex in the brain, which greatly affects the ability for one to make logical and practical decisions. To put it mildly, sleep deprivation can directly and indirectly affect your life, for the worse.

a woman showing signs of sleep deprivation

And no, the quantity of sleep that you get will not make up for the quality of sleep that you get. While we don’t necessarily know why we need sleep per say, the fact is that we do.

But how can those who suffer from sleeping disorders get a healthy, quality sleep without having to rely on dangerous and habit-forming sleeping pills?

Are there really natural remedies to help you sleep?

Yes, and the answer may very well lie within CBD and CBN-based sleeping aids.

CBD, or cannabidiol, has shown that it may be able to provide extreme relief to those who suffer from a wide variety of sleeping disorders, including both insomnia as well as sleep apnea, the two most common sleeping disorders. Sufferers of insomnia, whether sporadic or chronic, often describe the inability to take control of their racing thoughts. CBD however, may produce calming, relaxing effects to the user which can allow them to finally get the rest that they need. It may be able to allow the user to shut off their wandering thoughts so to speak, so that they may be able to get some shut eye and be prepared for the next day. In addition to the mental calming effects that some users report from the use of CBD, it may also soothe any aches or pains that the person may be dealing with. For those who lead a very active life, these aches and pains can make sleeping even more difficult, as they toss and turn, trying to find a comfortable position to lay in. With CBD, users may find that these aches and pains have been minimized enough for them to finally get comfortable.

But CBD is not the only cannabinoid that may have benefits for those suffering from sleeping disorders.

 CBD Capsules from Hero brands broad spectrum cbd

CBN and Natural Sleep

CBN, or cannabinol, may very well provide additional relief to those who suffer from insomnia and other related disorders. Like CBD, CBN is believed to assist with both racing thoughts as well as physical aches and pains. The best part? Both CBD and CBN are safe, naturally occurring cannabinoids that do not pose a risk for dependence or abuse. The same cannot be said for the plethora of sleeping pills, aids, vitamins, and supplements that can range from unhealthy and ineffective to outright deadly and habit-forming.

So, what should we look for when we are trying to find a healthy sleeping aid? While this depends on the individual consuming the products of course, there are a few general rules of thumb to consider.

 a bottle of CBN Gummies laying on a black bag

Considerations For Healthy Sleep Aids

  • Natural Ingredients: Many sleeping aids rely heavily on antihistamines to make the user drowsy enough to fall asleep. They rely on the side effect of drowsiness that many antihistamines possess, but antihistamines have many other side effects that may be unpleasant for the user and may in fact deter them from sleeping at all! Antihistamines are known to cause dryness in the eyes, throat and mouth, which would lead to a rather uncomfortable wake up for the user. They have also been known to cause extreme nausea and stomach aches in many users. At higher levels, antihistamines can cause high levels of anxiety and dizziness as well, which could in turn contribute to the inability for a user to fall asleep despite the drowsiness that they may be experiencing. Most natural ingredients simply don’t have such aggressive side effects, if any notable ones at all! Avoid sleeping aids that rely on antihistamines, and avoid any unnatural ingredients at all if you can! Natural remedies to help you sleep do exist! Healthy sleep aids such as CBN oil, CBD oil, chamomile, and lavender all are believed to greatly assist with sleeping disorders, and they’re natural and non-habit forming! CBN oil is available online as well CBD oil, and you can even find CBN gummies and CBD gummies as well! Check out these Honey Chamomile CBN Gummies

  • Risk of DependenceUnfortunately, those who have long suffered from insomnia often find themselves in desperate need of sleep. Therefore it is not unheard of for sufferers to self medicate with alcohol and other dangerous substances. Dangerous and illegal substances, however, aren’t the only ones that can lead to dependence. Sleeping pills have been shown to have a high risk of dependency in some cases with many users. Much like illegal narcotics, users of sleeping pills can often find that they must take increased doses, as their body becomes used to the normal dose and the drug becomes ineffective in providing sleep to the user. This tolerance build up can happen quite fast, depending on the specific sleep aid, and soon without a large dose of the sleeping aid, the user will find that they may not be able to get any relief whatsoever. Now that they are back to square one, the user then has the choice to continue taking large sums of these sleeping aids, which can be very dangerous, or give up altogether and search for another sleep aid, repeating the cycle. Avoid narcotic-based substances for sleep, and avoid sleeping aids that can lead to dependency altogether. You don’t want to find yourself in a position in which you cannot fall asleep without having to rely on any substance. If a sleep aid has an ingredient that has habit-forming potential, steer clear of it!

  • Potentially Dangerous Side EffectsWe’ve already discussed uncomfortable side effects such as nausea and dizziness, but did you know that some prescription sleeping aids have frightening and outright dangerous side effects? Ambien, Lunesta, and Sonata have all shown to have severe side effects associated with them that can be found with a quick Google search. Hallucinations, memory disturbances, and profound behavioral changes have been shown as a direct result from taking these substances. In some cases, people have been found walking around in public as well as driving vehicles while under the intoxicating effects of these drugs! While not all users will experience these effects, a large enough population does that they must be discussed by doctors when prescribing these substances. These side effects can be dangerous, even deadly. At the very least, these side effects can prove to be life-altering for many people. With such sleeping aids as CBN, CBD, and other natural sleeping aids, you simply don’t find these types of extreme side effects.

  • EffectivenessMany of the more commonly used sleeping aids simply don’t work for some people. This can be the result of quick tolerance build up in some cases, while others simply do not affect users in the manner that they are supposed to. You see this especially with sleeping aids that rely on antihistamines, as some people fall asleep after they take a medication such as benadryl, while others notice little or no drowsiness with the drug. What is the point of spending money on a sleeping aid that doesn’t help you fall asleep? While you may not be able to know for certain whether or not a product or substance will help you to sleep before you take it, it is important to read up on the various sleeping aids that you may be considering before you take them. Discuss them with your doctor and voice your concerns and opinions before you decide to purchase a substance that may prove to be ineffective. Like with anything, there are multiple “cures” and “treatments” out there that simply do not work in the manner that they are intended. Do your research before you buy, as you can very well end up with a pricey sleep aid that doesn’t provide sleep!

a happy person who figured out how to get great sleep
Just as you would when taking any substance, when looking for an effective and efficient sleeping aid, make sure to read up on the various ingredients and safety precautions associated with the sleep aid of your choosing. Seek out natural ingredients that won’t run the risk of dependence or dangerous side effects. Consult with your doctor before determining whether or not CBN for sleep, or a specific product, is right for you.
Safety comes first, but with a little preemptive research, you can ensure that you find a sleeping product that is right for you, and minimize the risk!

Spencer Beaudreault

Spencer Beaudreault is the Founder of Hero Brands, a Business Development & Marketing Expert, and a lifelong advocate & user of cannabis, hemp, & plant-based alternatives.
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