Fruit smoothies filled with fruits and vegetables have an obvious reputation for being nutritious. Packed with vitamins and minerals, fresh or freeze dried fruit smoothies can help to improve your immune system, maintain a regular weight, and so much more.
But have you ever considered adding additional supplements to your smoothies? More recently, the chemical compound cannabidiol (CBD) has seen an increase in popularity among the health market, thanks to its health benefits and ease of use.
But what exactly are the health benefits that come with CBD? And what is the best way to incorporate it into your daily habits? Read on to find out.
What Are the Health Benefits of CBD?
Some may still hold a stigma against CBD because of its reputation to have a connection with THC. However, the two are very different things.
CBD comes from hemp plants, while THC comes from marijuana plants. The difference? THC is psychoactive, which is known to produce the “high” feeling. CBD is different in the sense that it provides a relaxing effect, one that doesn’t involve the “high” related to marijuana.
CBD is a fully legal and regulated cannabidiol that can be supplement regularly. Implementing CBD into your everyday diet can come with some incredible health benefits, such as:
- Reduced feelings of stress and anxiety
- Assistance in pain relief thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties
- Mitigated nausea
- Treatment associated with epilepsy
While CBD cannot claim to treat, cure, or prevent any disease, it has the ability to assist in enhancing your overall health and wellness.
Can You Put CBD in Food?
Yes! CBD can be used in the form of gummies, oils, topicals, or capsules, which means you can put it right into your food. Here are a few recipes to consider:
CBD Brownies
This recipe will have you and your loved ones falling in love with chocolate all over again. For this treat, you need:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 cups applesauce
- ½ cup agave
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 ½ cups sunflower oil
- 3 tbsp high-quality CBD oil
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups mini chocolate chips
- 6 tbsp cocoa nibs
First, prepare a 9 by 12 inch paper-lined baking pan and set the oven to 325 degrees F.
Combine all of your dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, combine all wet ingredients, mixing well.
Pour wet ingredients into the dry, stirring until smooth. Slowly mix in the chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and place in the oven to bake for 12 minutes.
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then cut into 12 portions. Enjoy!
CBD Tea
If you’re looking for a way to incorporate CBD into your relaxation regimen, try adding it to a cup of hot tea.
Add honey, a cinnamon stick, lemon wedge, tea bag, and a drop of CBD oil into your mug.
Fill your cup with hot water and steep for a few minutes.
Remove the tea bag and add cream and sugar to taste. Enjoy!
CBD Smoothies
Of course, we recommended trying CBD infused smoothies.
Our CBD freeze dried fruit smoothies deliver the perfect dose of CBD alongside delicious and nutritious freeze dried fruits.
If you have any of our regular freeze dried fruit smoothies, adding CBD to the original smoothie recipe is simple and seamless.
For example, you can easily throw CBD into Frooting For You, our freeze dried banana, mango, strawberry smoothie.
First, pour the content of your freeze dried smoothie pack into a blender. Add a cup of water or your favorite liquid, then add a few drops of CBD oil. Blend until it reaches a smooth consistency, and there you have it. The perfect CBD freeze dried fruit smoothie that packs a punch with health benefits.
The benefits of CBD in smoothies are obvious. Are you ready to incorporate this helpful supplement into your habits?
No matter how you choose to fuel your body, make sure you choose ingredients that will make you feel Sow Good. Check out our other smoothies and snacks today.