Why More Seniors Are Choosing CBD

As the world becomes more accepting of plant-based options, older Americans are catching on to CBD at an increasingly high rate. The prospect of adding something natural into their daily routine is appealing, and many seniors are finding that hemp-derived products can be an easy swap in their lifestyle. Statistics on senior prescription drug use are surprising, with the average elderly patient taking five prescription medications per day. If the patient is in a nursing home, the average jumps to seven.

While CBD isn’t a cure-all, many seniors describe experiencing greater balance and comfort in their routines. A survey done by Remedy Review found that 9% of seniors have tried CBD. While this percentage may seem small, the reported impact on those surveyed was noteworthy.

Before CBD

After CBD

The shift in day-to-day wellbeing is clear. 65% of seniors who have tried CBD rated their overall quality of life as good, compared to just 31.1% who said the same thing before trying CBD. Some seniors say the potential benefits of CBD usage seem too good to be true, while others avoid it due to its association with THC, the high-inducing compound found in marijuana. The good news: high-quality CBD products extracted from hemp contain less than 0.3% THC—far too little to make the user feel high.

Where to Start With CBD

Getting started with CBD can be confusing, and we’re here as a resource on your journey to plant-based wellness!

If you are brand new to CBD and just looking for something to read, we’ve written a handy CBD 101 guide to help you learn the basics. It covers what CBD is, how it’s commonly used, and answers frequently asked questions.

If you ever have any questions, comments, or concerns, reach out! You can click the chat button in the bottom right corner to talk with one of our team members, or contact us via phone and email on our support page. You’ll always connect with a real human, not a robot or call center.

Choosing a product will mostly come down to your specific needs. We have listed a few common recommendations down below!

For Daily Comfort

Containing 7 organic ingredients plus 1500mg of CO2-extracted CBD, our Muscle Cream is a go-to choice for adding a cooling sensation to areas of everyday tension. With menthol for freshness and arnica as a botanical addition, this cream can be applied on an “as-needed” basis—just massage a small amount into the skin for a soothing feel.

Muscle Cream can be applied on an “as-needed” basis. Simply apply a small amount to the needed area, and gently massage it into your skin!

For Restful Nights

Our CBD Tinctures are a popular option for winding down in the evening. They come in two strengths and a variety of flavors. For people new to CBD, we recommend our regular strength, featuring 33mg CBD/ml. Each tincture has a graduated dropper to make measuring easy—simply place under your tongue, let it sit for about 30 seconds, then wash down with water.

For Everyday Balance

Our CBD Capsules make it simple to work CBD into your daily routine. Each gel capsule contains 33mg of CBD, with a bottle of 30 designed to last a month when taken daily. Capsules provide a “slow fuse” effect, offering a steady sense of balance that lasts throughout the day.

Sources:
https://www.remedyreview.com/industry/data/survey-89-of-seniors-whove-tried-cbd-would-recommend-it-to-a-friend
https://www.mdmag.com/conference-coverage/aafp_2010/how-many-pills-do-your-elderly-patients-take-each-day
https://www.cannahealth.org/cbd-cannabis-statistics/