CBD has risen from relative obscurity to a worldwide phenomenon so quickly that it can be overwhelming to try to wrap your head around what this cannabis compound does, why there are so many different CBD products, and whether CBD oil even works.
03.03.2022 - 18:15 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
If the last few years are anything to go by, it’s clear that a CBD revolution has come to the UK. In fact, according to the Association for the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI), Brits are now spending more on cannabis extracts nationally than on vitamin B and C combined.
And if the list of CBD’s potential benefits is anything to go by, it’s easy to see why. CBD has been said to have a range of benefits for mental and physical health, potentially helping to soothe ailments such as:
Anxiety, depression and PTSD
Insomnia
Chronic pain
Inflammatory conditions such as acne
What is CBD?
CBD - short for cannabidiol - is one of two major cannabinoids found in cannabis. However, unlike its more famous cousin THC (also derived from the cannabis species) CBD is totally legal, and doesn’t have any psychoactive effects. Although trace amounts of THC can be found in full and broad spectrum CBD products, these products must have less than 0.2% THC to be sold in the UK.
What makes CBD gummies special?
You can consume CBD in lots of different ways, from CBD capsules, to oils, to tinctures, to mouth sprays. But with their delicious flavours, fun shapes and nostalgic colours, it’s easy to see why edible gummies are gaining popularity as a form of CBD.
CBD gummies offer a tasty, quick, easy way to get a dose of CBD. They come in pre-measured doses, they’re easier to take on the go and they dodge the bitter, botanic aftertaste that puts some users off other hemp products.
How much CBD should you take?
If you’re just starting out with CBD food supplements, it’s recommended that you start with a low dosage, and slowly increase it depending on how you feel.
The Food Standards Agency recommends taking no more than 70mg of CBD a day. Of course, you
CBD has risen from relative obscurity to a worldwide phenomenon so quickly that it can be overwhelming to try to wrap your head around what this cannabis compound does, why there are so many different CBD products, and whether CBD oil even works.
Limp Bizkit have announced plans for a North American tour next month – buy your tickets here.The nu-metal icons’ ‘Still Sucks’ jaunt will take in 19 dates kicking off at the Hard Rock Live in Tampa, Florida, before making their way to Atlantic City, New York, Green Bay, Las Vegas and Reno before wrapping things up on May 31 in Ontario, Canada.They will be supported by Wargasm, $not, Scowl, Yung Gravy and Dying Wish on the dates.The new shows come after the band cancelled a series of concerts on their ‘Limited Last Minute Post Pandemic Popup Party Edition’ tour last year “out of an abundance of caution and concern for the safety of the band, crew and, most of all, the fans.”Tickets are on sale now and you can get tickets here. You can see the band’s full list of tour dates below:APRIL28 – Tampa, Hard Rock Live* 30 – Hollywood, Hard Rock Live* MAY3 – Norfolk, VA @ Chartway Arena*4 – Roanoke, VA @ Berglund Center*6 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Hard Rock Casino* (non-AEG show)7 – Wilkes-Barre, PA @ Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza*10 – Lowell, MA @ Tsongas Center*12 – Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena* (non-AEG show)13 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden*15 – Baltimore, MD @ Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena*18 – Youngstown, OH @ Covelli Centre^19 – Saginaw, MI @ The Dow Event Center^21 – Gary, IN @ Hard Rock Casino^ (non-AEG show)22 – Green Bay, WI @ Resch Center^24 – Kansas City, MO @ Cable Dahmer Arena^26 – Loveland, CO @ Budweiser Events Center28 – Las Vegas, NV @ The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas#29 – Reno, NV @ Reno Events Center#31 – Ontario, CA @ Toyota Arena#*$not, Wargasm, Scowl ^Yung Gravy, Dying Wish, Wargasm #Dying Wish, WargasmThe US tour comes ahead of their forthcoming UK tour in September.
The popularity of CBD seems to grow by the day. And with it appearing in products ranging from CBD gummies and oil drops to cookies and massage oil, you may begin to wonder whether CBD is really so effective - or simply a marketing tool to bump up the price on products in a multi-million-pound industry.The good news is, CBD may provide positive effects. However, to get the best results, you have to know what to search for when you buy CBD oil products.
The Power of the Dog was named best film at tonight’s 75th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs), as the New Zealander also scooped best director. During a star-studded ceremony at London’s Royal Albert Hall, sci-fi epic Dune also triumphed with five gongs, and Kenneth Branagh’s semi-autobiographical Belfast was named Outstanding British Film. The Power of the Dog’s male star, Benedict Cumberbatch, was on hand to read out the absent Campion’s victory speech for her best director award.
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Wyatte Grantham-Philips editorThe 75th EE British Academy Film Awards, or BAFTA Awards, will broadcast and stream on Sunday, starting at 7 p.m. GMT (11 a.m. PT).Following last year’s virtual ceremony, this year’s BAFTA Awards will take place in person at London’s Royal Albert Hall with Rebel Wilson (“Isn’t It Romantic,” “Pitch Perfect”) set to host.
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K.J. Yossman Locksmith Animation’s “Ron’s Gone Wrong” has won the award for best long form at the British Animation Awards 2022.Locksmith, which was founded by by Aardman Animations veterans Sarah Smith and Julie Lockhart alongside Elisabeth Murdoch, picked up the award at a ceremony in London on Thursday evening.The awards took place at London’s BFI Southbank and were presented by comedian Miles Jupp.Other winners on the night included Magic Light Pictures, for their adaptations of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s “Zog and the Flying Doctors” and Scheffler’s “Pip and Posy,” while production co-ordinator Hodan Abdi picked up the Lamb award, which “bridges the gap between current categories which recognise student achievements and general best-in-class awards, and is open to any young professionals working in the animation and VFX industry.” And 86-year-old Menna Trussler beat out Taika Waititi, Ricky Gervais and Ben Wishaw to take home the award for best voice performance, for her portrayal of Beryl in “Affairs of the Art.”“We have been amazed at the quality of the entrants for this year’s British Animation Awards and would like to offer our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and nominees,” said BAA director Helen Brunsdon and producer Kieran Argo.
Since CBD was legalised in 2018, the industry has exploded across the UK food supplement scene.
2022 Academy of Country Music Awards saw the likes of Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton picking up coveted trophies, and performances from Dolly Parton, Kelsea Ballerini and Kelly Clarkson.MORE: Kelly Clarkson stuns in bodycon dress during Dolly Parton tribute at ACM AwardsThe ceremony took place on Monday 7 March at Las Vegas' Allegiant Stadium, and viewers enjoyed "wall-to-wall" music during the two-hour show, which streamed coast to coast instead of tape-delayed on Amazon Prime in the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.WATCH: Dolly Parton kicks off 2022 ACM AwardsCountry music legend Dolly Parton helmed the ceremony and was joined by co-hosts Gabby Barrett and Jimmie Allen but HELLO! was behind the scenes and below are several fun moments from your favorite stars...MORE: Carrie Underwood wows in leg-lengthening micro shorts at ACM AwardsCountry stars including Tenille Townes spoke to HELLO! and many of them shared that Dolly Parton was their dream collaborator."I really do feel so inspired that Dolly Parton is in the house, anything around her would be a dream come true," Tenille told us, when asked who she would love to perform with, dead or alive.
Since CBD was legalised in 2018, the industry has exploded across the UK food supplement scene - and it’s easy to see why. Lauded among users for its ability to ease chronic pain , soothe anxiety , cure insomnia, and help with depression, the supplement is bringing people welcome relief for a range of ailments.
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Life Is Beautiful returned last year with headliners Tame Impala, Green Day and Billie Eilish.During the festival, Eilish used her time on stage to debut three tracks from her album ‘Happier Than Ever’ for the first time, and told the crowd it felt like “a dream I’ve had many, many times in the last year… I can’t tell you how excited I am to be with you guys and to see all of your beautiful faces.”You can see NME’s photos from the 2021 festival here.
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