CBD has been used to treat pain for thousands of years. Since 2900B.C., to be exact. At some point between then and now, a ‘stoner stigma’ has drawn frowns upon what is actually a very beneficial and natural treatment.
Sure, CBD may come from the same plant that others use for very different reasons than what we will be looking at here – but by no means should that make it controversial. In fact, CBD comes from a completely different cannabinoid from that of the psychoactive substance THC.
If you haven’t already heard of the benefits that CBD could bring to your life, then read on – we also catch up with local Perth lass Bronté from Voyager for a little more insight.
Pain Relief
It’s time to quit popping paracetamol (unless your doctor said so!) – as there’s a new painkiller in town. That’s right, CBD is massively celebrated for the pain relief it provides. It works as an anti-inflammatory and communicates with your central nervous system to alleviate those aches and pains.
Reduce mental clutter
Feeling messy-minded? CBD has been shown to help with anxiety and depression and is currently being considered for its potential benefits for other mental disorders.
Hack that habit
Using CBD is a great way to treat addictions and has been proven to help those who struggle with them, working through the neurotransmission system. We’ve seen evidence that it can help kick tobacco and marijuana use, while there is ongoing research into the benefits CBD could have on addictions to opioid and psychostimulant drugs.
These are but three of the many benefits that CBD use can bring. We’ve caught up with Bronté from the local CBD business Voyager to get the lowdown on her top tips and favourite products!
Bronté McCullie on Voyager
Hi Bronté! Can you tell us a little bit about Voyager and who you are as a company?
Hi Sophie! Yes, absolutely – We are a plant-based health & wellness company focusing on the benefits of CBD & Hemp. We were founded just 16 months ago amid the pandemic. We have grown very quickly in a short space of time, opening our first shop in July 2021 in St Andrews, which was shortly followed by two more in Dundee and Edinburgh. We believe that hemp is much misunderstood (and often confused with its close relative – cannabis), and our team is always on hand to provide helpful information and advice about hemp and its benefits.
You’ve got so many products to choose from! For someone new to CBD, how would they know where to start?
Yes, we do have a wide range which is always growing, but we have some core products which are very universal. Our CBD oils are a great place to start as they come in different flavours and strengths and can be taken in different ways to suit you. Our best seller is the peppermint 1500mg, so that’s where most people choose to start!
Or if you don’t like the idea of taking CBD orally, we have several topical skincare products which are ideal for targeted use.
We do have a blog that may be helpful!
Which products from the Voyager CBD range are you loving right now?
That’s a great question! At the moment, I’m really loving the cooling cream to aid pain & discomfort. It’s really soothing, and I love that it’s nice and cool on my skin, especially now as we are getting into Spring and the weather is getting much warmer.
I have quite sensitive skin, so I also love the hemp & nettle soap all year round as it is one of the first products that I’ve been able to use daily in years without constantly getting rashes.
I take the 1500mg peppermint oil too which tastes so good and helps my shaky hands to stop trembling as much and helps me sleep amazingly well – no more insomnia, it’s great!
I put the hemp seed oil for pets on my cat’s food when she seems stressed and, although I can’t speak for her, I can see how much more relaxed she is for using it and it always brings her right back to her own crazy self!
During her time with Perth Life Sophie oversaw and delivered a huge amount of work. From being the Deputy Editor of the physical What's On Magazines, to working with bands, creatives and wellness organisations across Perth and Scotland. Sophie was able to capture, record and share some of Perth's most memorable moments.
