#Review #Sponsored Verified CBD Hemp Oil

"I have been given this product as part of a product review through my blog, The Migraine Diva. Although the product was a gift, all opinions in this review remain my own and I was in no way influenced by the company. "

CBD oil, you say? What is it, what is it used for, is it safe, and... is it LEGAL?  I'll answer those questions shortly.  But first, I've been wondering about how this oil could help with my chronic pain and have heard and seen a lot of talk of it helping others.  With medical marijuana becoming available and legal in more states, I have noticed more and more people using it to treat their chronic pain, including migraine.  

Whether it be through vaping, ingesting edibles, or using THC ointments, many in the chronic pain community have found that it helps better than their prescription medications in managing their pain.  Unfortunately for me, I live in a state where marijuana is illegal for both recreational and medical use.  For those like me who want to try CBD's but without the THC, there is hemp oil.

Let's break down what CBD is...

Cannibidiol, or CBD, is one of the 113 known cannabinoids that are found in cannabis.  Unlike its counterpart THC (tetrahydrocannibidiol), CBD does not have any psychoactive properties.  It is most commonly found in oil form and can be ingested, sprayed or applied topically.

What is it used for?

CBD oil is most commonly used to treat chronic pain.  It has also been found to help with insomnia.  It can be applied directly to the area of pain, ingested for a longer lasting effect or inhaled for quick relief.

Is it safe?

CBD hemp oil has been proven safe for consumption, however, there are some potential side effects.  These include the decreased activity of p-glycoprotein and its inhibition of hepatic drug metabolism.  According to the Indiana University Department of Medicine, it can change the rate of how the following medications metabolize:

• Steroids
• HMG CoA reductase inhibitors
• Antihistamines
• Calcium channel blockers
• IV antivirals
• Immune modulators
• Benzodiazepines
• Anti-arrythmics
• Antibiotics
• Anesthetics
• Anti-psychotics
• Anti-depressants
• Beta blockers
• PPIs
• NSAIDs
• Angiotension II blockers
• Oral hypoglycemic agents
• Sulfonylureas

As always, consult your physician before taking CBD oil to see if it is an option for you.

Is it legal?

Marijuana and its cannabinoids are listed as a Schedule I controlled substance with the DEA (U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration), mainly because of the psychedelic effects of THC.  Legally, cannabis cannot be possessed, sold, or prescribed.  Due to the legality of hemp itself, hemo-derived CBD (a variety of cannabis sativa that does not contain THC) had been declared legal.  CBD products are not FDA approved to treat any medical condition, nor are they regulated for purity and dosage.  Eighteen states have passed CBD specific laws about the legality of it.  Check here to see if your state is one of them.

Who is Verified CBD Oil?

Verified CBD Oil is a premium manufacturer of organic CBD oil products.  Their goal is to make the best, purest, and highest quality hemp oil products available.  Verified CBD Oil facilities follow all the regulatory directives and strictly follow GMP (Good manufacturing practices) guidelines for food production.  To learn about their innovative product testing, environmentalism, and pharmaceutical-grade testing click here.

CBD Hemp Oil Herbal Drops

I received two bottles of the CBD Hemp Oil Herbal Drops in Natural Flavor.  The 1 ounce bottle contains 500+mg cannabinoids, with 50 servings per bottle (10mg/serving).  It contains zero THC, can be used for vaping, is non-GMO and organic, and made from 100% organic hemp cultivated in the US.

For the past four weeks, I have been taking 20 drops sublingually twice a day.  When I started using the CBD oil, I was experiencing a terrible burning pain in my right foot.  It hurt all day, especially while walking.  Just standing on it hurt.  It felt like my foot was on fire all day long.  Nothing I did helped - pain relieving creams, soaking in epsom salt, essential oils.  It's been a long time since I've had a fibromyalgia flare this bad and the first time it was concentrated in one area.

After a week of using the drops, I noticed that the pain and burning had decreased significantly.  After two weeks, the pain was completely gone.  Last week I had my Botox injections and I always have pain in my neck and occipital area right afterward.  I noticed that I had no pain at all after my appointment!  That has never happened.

Yesterday, after a night of no sleep and having to drive my boys to school after them not waking up on time for the bus, I came home with an excruciating migraine.  I massaged some CBD oil onto my forehead, temples and eyelids and took a Toradol.  The pain around my eyes and forehead started to subside within a few minutes.  The tension around my face began to melt away.  I was able to fall asleep much quicker than usual.

The pain decreased significantly quicker with the addition of the CBD oil.  By later on that afternoon, the migraine was gone and I woke up today without the dreadful postdrome feeling.  I'm super impressed at how well these drops have helped me.  I would like to try vaping the oil to see if it helps more significantly during a migraine attack.  I plan on buying one in the near future to try it out.  I think inhaling it for quick absorption will be best for the onset of a migraine.

Check out their website - www.verifiedcbd.com to learn more about their range of CBD oil products.  I highly recommend the CBD Hemp Oil Herbal Drops in Natural Flavor.  I'm very encouraged to see how well they have helped to manage both my fibromyalgia and chronic migraine pain.