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CBD (Cannabidiol) in Cycling by Leafs Austria

CBD (Cannabidiol) in Cycling by Leafs Austria

20.03.23 08:26 526Text: NoPain (translated by AI)Photos: Erwin HaidenThe active ingredient CBD is said to promote both sleep and recovery, and to unfold its healing effects in sports injuries. And at the latest, since it was removed from the doping list in 2018, competitive athletes can also use the cannabinoid during the competition season. Nevertheless, NADA Austria advises caution.20.03.23 08:26 600

CBD (Cannabidiol) in Cycling by Leafs Austria

20.03.23 08:26 600 NoPain (translated by AI) Erwin Haiden
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The active ingredient CBD is said to promote both sleep and recovery, and to unfold its healing effects in sports injuries. And at the latest, since it was removed from the doping list in 2018, competitive athletes can also use the cannabinoid during the competition season. Nevertheless, NADA Austria advises caution.20.03.23 08:26 600

At least as important as regular training is - in addition to a balanced diet and optimal nutrient supply - recovery. Because hard training alone neither makes you fast in the long run nor keeps you healthy. A little spoiler upfront: This article is exclusively about a natural aid for recovery, especially for a more restful sleep.

Training

Heast! Welchen Teil von "ausschließlich" hast du nicht verstanden? Hier geht es nicht um Training...

Nutrition

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However, it is beyond question that the calorie and nutrient needs can be well met even under high stress with natural, wholesome, and varied meals. Nevertheless, many athletes resort to additional dietary supplements to compensate for deficiencies and improve their performance. Regardless of the fact that many of these supplements do not live up to their promises and cannot fully replace natural foods, we do not want to start a fundamental discussion here. For those undecided, the following article from the German Consumer Protection Center is recommended: With Pills as the First to the Finish Line?

Regeneration

Schlaf gilt als wichtigste Regenerationsmaßnahme und sollte genauso konsequent wie eine Trainingseinheit eingeplant und durchgeführt werden. Dabei ist nicht nur auf eine ausreichend lange Schlafdauer, sondern auch auf die Schlafqualität zu achten. Zu wenig oder zu wenig guter Schlaf bedeutet für den Körper Stress, und übermäßiger Stress ist ein echter Leistungskiller.
Wer aber dem Thema Regeneration genügend Aufmerksamkeit schenkt und alles so gut es geht richtig macht, sollte mit einer Reduktion von Ruhepuls und Blutdruck, verbesserter Verdauung, spürbar weniger Nervosität, Stimmungsaufhellung sowie anderen positiven Auswirkungen belohnt werden.

Sure, here is the translated text:```In connection with regeneration and sleep, CBD oils (Cannabidiol) are increasingly coming into focus for amateur and professional athletes, as the non-psychoactive part of the hemp plant is said to not only support the prevention and healing of sports injuries or reduce stress and performance pressure, but also to chill the body and mind and eliminate sleep problems.

We have summarized exactly what this is about, how CBD is used, and what to pay attention to in this article for you.

 Training, Nutrition & Recovery 

Three Pillars of Fitness Training
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CBD oils for athletes

Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of over 100 cannabinoids, extracted from the flowers and leaves of the female cannabis plant and makes up to 40% of the plant extract. It is known for its antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, anxiolytic, and anti-nausea effects. However, unlike its well-known brother Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), it is neither hallucinogenic nor intoxicating. Due to the legally mandated THC content of a maximum of 0.2%, all CBD products in Austria and Germany are completely legal and available without a prescription. Additionally, some CBD products are even offered with 0.0% THC.

As a form of consumption, CBD oils have become particularly popular, as they are easy to dose and are quickly absorbed by the body through the oral mucosa. To meet individual needs, they are offered in different concentrations ranging from 5% to 50%. To achieve the best possible effect, manufacturers recommend regular intake. No surprise, the companies naturally want to sell as much as possible. However, even though cannabidiol is not said to have physical dependency potential or habituation effects, it is certainly not a mistake to take CBD only as needed.

The dosage primarily depends on the concentration of the active ingredient and the physical complaints. Factors such as weight, age, and genetics play a rather subordinate role but should still be taken into account. In general, CBD oils show very high tolerability; side effects are hardly known.

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Possible benefits for athletes

CBD is not only said to have anti-inflammatory, healing, and pain-relieving properties, it is also supposed to increase cell protection, which makes the intake of CBD oil interesting as a preventive measure. In the right dosage, cannabidiol can also have a strong muscle-relaxing effect and make one really tired. The goal is not only to improve the quality of sleep but also to shorten the time it takes to fall asleep or to extend the total sleep duration.

NADA Notice: Caution when using CBD products

Sure, here is the translated text:```Although CBD (Cannabidiol) is explicitly excluded from the prohibition of natural and synthetic cannabinoids in the WADA/NADA prohibited lists, its use is not entirely risk-free from an anti-doping perspective, as concentration and ingredients vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. The NADA Austria therefore advises caution when using CBD products (as well as consuming cannabis or hemp products):

Currently, in Austria, CBD products are not subject to the strict approval processes of medicines listed in the Austria Codex. It can therefore happen that the permissible limit of the psychoactive substance THC in CBD products is not adhered to. Additionally, current studies show that other cannabinoids besides CBD can also be contained in CBD products.

Contaminations of products with other substances (e.g., through raw materials or through mechanical processing) also occur repeatedly. This is not unusual in the processing industry, as the warning "May contain traces of ..." on some foods illustrates, which is particularly relevant for allergy sufferers. Even the smallest amounts of prohibited substances are sufficient for a positive analysis result, as doping control analytics are very sensitive.

The concentration of cannabinoids and their metabolites can be detectable in the body for a long time. This means that even if the product was not consumed during the competition, it could still be detected weeks later, depending on the amount consumed. Although the analysis thresholds are now adjusted accordingly to report only a larger quantity, a residual risk remains depending on the consumption period and amount.

For this reason, promises from manufacturers that products are free of prohibited substances (e.g., "manufacturer's guarantee," "declaration of harmlessness," "100% doping-free," "doping-free") are risky. If something is still contained, the user may be able to claim damages from the manufacturer in a possible civil liability process, but these manufacturer's guarantees carry little weight in disciplinary anti-doping proceedings. Reliable risk reduction of contamination for athletes is only provided by analyses conducted by independent laboratories specialized in detecting prohibited substances.

 Rest better, reduce race stress, solve sleep problems,
alleviate pain, and heal injuries faster. 

Improvement of athletic performance without violating doping rules.
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CBD oil in a self-test

Legal, illegal, ned egal: NoPain threw himself with full confidence into an intensive long-term CBD test and chose for this purpose the 100% THC-free oils from Leafs Austria. He also desperately needed an improvement in his sleep endurance performance.

"Bio-certified, manufactured in Austria, and thanks to permanent analyses according to GMP standards with maximum purity and 100% natural CO2 hemp essence without THC", assures the manufacturer on its homepage.

So far, so good - but other providers claim the same. However, since the company belongs to a good acquaintance and Ducatista, and NoPain has no doubts about his integrity and professional competence, we are willing to vouch for him regarding adherence to quality standards. Nevertheless, from an anti-doping perspective, there always remains a certain residual risk for license holders.

 Improvement of sleep endurance performance. 

The treatment goal
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LEAFS BIO CBD OIL FOR ATHLETES 12% (10 ml, 1200 mg CBD)
A special extraction process ensures highly concentrated, purely naturally derived CBD oils that contain the full plant compound spectrum, consisting of phytocannabinoids (CBD, CBDA, CBDV, CBG, CBN), terpenes, Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acids, and Vitamin E. The psychoactive THC is completely eliminated through a special process.*
€ 69.90 incl. VAT

LEAFS BIO CBD OIL FOR ATHLETES 24% (10 ml, 2400 mg CBD)
Consisting of phytocannabinoids (CBD, CBDA, CBDV, CBG, CBN), terpenes, Omega-6/Omega-3 fatty acids, and Vitamin E. The psychoactive THC is completely eliminated through a special process.*
€ 139.90 incl. VAT

* 0.0% THC content: regular checks including an analysis certificate from the Institute for Hemp Analysis, a private chemical laboratory in Vienna.

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Application, Dosage, and Mode of Action

Sure, here's the translated text while keeping the tags and line breaks intact:```Bezüglich der Einnahme verließ ich mich auf die persönliche Beratung von Leafs-Teilhaber Avi Z. Zur reinen Verbesserung der Schlafqualität sollte ich beim 12%igen CBD-Öl mit 8-10 Tropfen rund 40 Minuten vor dem Schlafengehen beginnen und mich schrittweise an die individuell optimale Menge herantasten. Die absolute Obergrenze bezifferte Avi mit 20 Tropfen - alles darüber mache einen nur "langsam" oder würde ohne jegliche Wirkung über die Verdauung ausgeschieden. Eine höhere Dosierung könnte zwar bei starken Schmerzen, enormem Stress oder anderen Beschwerden durchaus Sinn machen, müsste aber in Etappen (beispielsweise dreimal täglich; morgens, mittags und abends) erfolgen.

Außerdem empfahl er mir die sublinguale Einnahme, bei der das CBD-Öl unter die Zunge getropft und - vor dem Runterschlucken - für mindestens 30 bis maximal 90 Sekunden im Munde behalten wird. Auf diese Weise gelangt der Wirkstoff über die Schleimhäute schnellstmöglich in den Blutkreislauf und muss nicht erst den langsameren Umweg über die Verdauung (Magen, Dünndarm und Leber) gehen.

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In general, Avi also mentioned that athletes should not take CBD oil permanently, but cyclically. Like a cure during or after a hard training period, or as needed when stress becomes too much. The same instructions apply to the 24% CBD oils, but with half the dosage (4-5 drops per day/unit; however, a maximum of 10 drops per unit).

Note: If you are unsure, suffer from pre-existing conditions, or take medications regularly, consult your doctor beforehand. They can help you choose the right dose and guide you through the intake.

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Measurement of CBD Effects Using HRV

Sure, here is the translated text while retaining the formatting and line breaks:```Um neben der subjektiven Wahrnehmung den Erholungszustand vor, während und nach der CBD-Einnahme besser zu beurteilen, bedienten wir uns der HFV-Statusmessung von Garmin. Dabei zeichnete NoPains Forerunner 955 Solar die Herzfrequenz über mehrere Wochen automatisch im Schlaf auf und berechnete einen gleitenden 7-Tage-HFV-Durchschnitt im Vergleich zu seinen individuellen HFV-Grundwerten.

All jene, die mit dem Begriff der Herzfrequenzvariabilität (HFV) nicht allzu viel anfangen können, sei folgende Definition nahegelegt: "Die Herzfrequenzvariabilität (Synonym: Herzratenvariabilität, engl. HRV) ist eine statistische Messung der spezifischen Zeitunterschiede zwischen aufeinanderfolgenden Herzschlägen und gilt als effiziente Methode, um den Gesundheits-, Erschöpfungs- bzw. Erholungszustand zu bestimmen."

Zum Erhalt der individuellen HFV-Grundwerte und des aktuellen HFV-Status musste die Garmin-Uhr einfach nur etwa 3 Wochen nacheinander beim Schlafen getragen werden. Je öfter und länger, umso besser bzw. genauer. Nach dieser Synchronisierung erhielt unsere Testperson in Garmin Connect eine tägliche HFV-Auswertung jeder Schlafperiode. Außerdem wurde angezeigt, ob der 7-Tage-Durchschnitt der HFV im Vergleich zu den Grundwerten ausgeglichen, unausgewogen oder niedrig war.

 In general, a variable heart rate (high HRV) is a sign of health and performance, while a steady heart rate (reduced HRV) indicates high physical strain and stress. 

Definition Heart Rate Variability (HRV)

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Als Herzratenvariabilität oder Herzfrequenzvariabilität (HFV) wird die Fähigkeit eines Organismus bezeichnet, die Frequenz des Herzrhythmus (Abstand zwischen zwei Herzschlägen) zu verändern.

Der Herzschlag (Kontraktionen der Herzkammern) erscheint im Elektrokardiogramm (EKG) als ausgeprägte sogenannte R-Zacke. Der Abstand zwischen zwei R-Zacken wird daher als RR-Intervall (manchmal auch NN-Intervall) bezeichnet. Diese RR-Intervalle schwanken von Schlag zu Schlag; dies bezeichnet man in der Medizin als Herzfrequenz- oder Herzratenvariabilität (HRV).

Körperliche Beanspruchung oder psychische Belastung hat in der Regel eine Erhöhung der Herzfrequenz zur Folge, die bei Entlastung und Entspannung normalerweise wieder zurückgeht. Die Anpassungsfähigkeit an Belastungen zeigt sich in der Variabilität der Herzfrequenz. Unter chronischer Stressbelastung ist der Herzschlag extrem gleichmäßig, die HRV typischerweise mehr oder weniger eingeschränkt und infolgedessen reduziert. Im Gegensatz dazu verhält sich der Herzschlag im erholten Zustand äußerst variabel; die HRV ist somit erhöht.

Der Herzschlag steht unter dem Einfluss des übergeordneten vegetativen Nervensystems, wobei körperliche und psychische Belastungen mit einer Steigerung über den Sympathikus einhergehen, was eine Erhöhung der Herzfrequenz zur Folge hat. Parallel dazu wird diese durch die vom Parasympathikus (Vagus) regulierte Körperfunktionen wie etwa Verdauung wieder reduziert. Äußere Einflüsse (Reize), psychische Vorgänge (Gedanken) oder mechanische Abläufe (Atmung) greifen dabei komplex ineinander.

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Bei den HRV-Werten - gemessen in Millisekunden (ms) - gilt: Im Ruhezustand ist die Variabilität am größten und je höher der Unterschied zwischen den Abständen der Herzschläge, desto besser. Allerdings ist es unmöglich, genaue Wertebereiche zu definieren. So wie Menschen sich in ihrer Körpergröße unterscheiden, ist auch das Spektrum der Herzfrequenzvariabilität zu einem gewissen Grad individuell. Grundsätzlich lässt sich aber festhalten, dass die HRV mit zunehmendem Alter stark abnimmt. Der Durchschnitt von 20- bis 25-Jährigen besitzt normalerweise eine durchschnittliche HRV im Bereich von 55 bis 105, während die 60- bis 65-Jährigen in der Regel Werte zwischen 25 und 45 erreichen.

Übergewicht, Rauchen (inkl. Passivrauchen), starker Koffein- und Alkoholkonsum, Stress und mangelnde Bewegung führen zur Belastung des Herzens und senken damit die HRV. Die HRV kann zur Erkennung von Schlafstörungen, Feststellung des allgemeinen Gesundheitszustandes, Trainingsbeobachtung, Leistungszuwachs durch Optimierung der Trainingsmethoden, frühzeitige Erkennung eines Burnouts, Erkennung von stressbedingten Erkrankungen, Beobachtung der allgemeinen Regenerationsfähigkeit, gezielte Überprüfung der Körperregulation bei Diäten, Optimierung der Diät und Überprüfung des Energie- und Leistungszustandes während der Diät herangezogen werden.

 The heart rate variability (HRV) is a statistical measurement of the specific time differences between consecutive heartbeats. 

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In practice

Sure, here is the translated text while keeping the tags and line breaks:```An above-average number of agency inquiries for sponsored advertorials on CBD products made me curious. Where did the sudden interest in paid advertising on this topic in a cycling forum come from? The answer was quickly found: CBD advertising or advertising for other cannabis products is not (or no longer) permitted according to the changed guidelines of Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, and Co., which is why manufacturers or their agencies are looking for new ways to conduct digital CBD marketing.

All clear so far. But definitely not with us! Although I have always been interested in the effects of classic CBD oils, especially in relation to my current sleep quality. Because even though I am hardly doing any intensive cycling training at the moment, I have been struggling for months with severe fatigue, mood swings, sleep disorders, persistent muscle acidity, and a feeling of "burnout". My girlfriend said it was due to my terrible diet, the daily five hours of sleep, and the excessive alcohol. I agreed with her 100% - but I didn't want to give up my preferred form of diet or alcohol. So the only point left was "sleep". So, I contacted my friend Avi to snag a few of his fine drops for this long-term test.

Sure, the translation of the text "Wirkungsgrad der Dosierung" from German to English is:**Efficiency of Dosing**

CBD Oil 12% My subjective feeling during the test
Properly dosed (10 drops) Just a few minutes after sublingual intake, I felt the first effect, which was accompanied by a special, but not unpleasant taste. The measured deep sleep phases were consistently longer and the HRV rates significantly higher. Right after waking up, I still felt tired, but just a few minutes later, I felt absolutely refreshed and fresh.
Underdosed (<=5 drops) The same taste in the mouth including a rather homeopathic effect. The measured deep sleep phases and HRV rates were generally better, but not really significant. Basically, I felt refreshed after getting up, but I wouldn't necessarily attribute it to the CBD intake.
Overdosed (+20 drops) Following a very bitter taste in the mouth, there was a sudden onset of fatigue. Although the subsequent sleep was very long and deep, the HRV rate was surprisingly low. Additionally, I felt like I had been hit by a truck after waking up, almost like after a night of heavy drinking, and it took me longer than usual to get going. Definitely not recommended.

Schon ein paar Tage nach dem Beginn der CBD-Kur verbesserte sich meine Schlafqualität schlagartig. Einerseits fiel es mir eine halbe Stunde nach der Einnahme leichter, mich vom Handy oder von Netflix zu trennen und ins Bett zu fallen, andererseits schlief ich bis zum Läuten des Weckers durch, ohne alle 30 Minuten die Asset-Werte auf Tradingview zu studieren.

Grundsätzlich hielt ich mich dabei strikt an Avis Empfehlungen, senkte aber immer wieder mal die Dosierung (von 10 auf 3-5 Tropfen bei 12%), um herauszufinden, ob ich mir die positive Wirkung vielleicht doch nur einbilden würde.
Einmal, unschwer in der Grafik zu erkennen, schoss ich weit übers Ziel hinaus, als ich mir im Zuge dieses Fotoshootings wohl insgesamt 15 Tropfen genehmigte. Zu allem Überfluss erwischte ich noch dazu versehentlich das 24%-Fläschchen, was einer mächtigen Überdosierung entsprach. Guad is gangen, nix is gscheng, aber in der Früh fühlte ich mich so schlapp wie schon lange nicht mehr.

Detailansicht

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(1) Determination of my HRV baseline without CBD (for about 3 weeks: Max 39ms; Avg 37ms)
(2) Start of the CBD treatment
(3) Single overdose with 15 drops of the 24% active ingredient
(4) End of the CBD treatment (after about 3 weeks: Max 63ms; Avg 52ms)

To avoid distorting the test results as much as possible, I made an effort during the three recorded weeks to stick to my "degenerative" (a pun) behavior even more consistently than usual. That means: little outdoor activity, pizza, lots of Kinder chocolate, washed down with Coke Zero, and the obligatory beers before bed.

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And lo and behold - even the Garmin Connect data confirmed my subjective feeling. Apart from the one outlier when I administered significantly too much CBD to myself, my HRV values were consistently better than in the weeks before. Not only did I sleep deeply and soundly through the nights without waking up briefly now and then, but I also found it easier to start the day after getting up.

 The regular intake of CBD oil had a calming effect and significantly improved sleep quality. 

And that's that.
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Long-term experiences (systematic vs. situational intake)

Nach den anfänglichen vielversprechenden Ergebnissen, gekennzeichnet durch tiefe Schlafphasen, eine höhere HRV und gesteigertes Wohlbefinden, ließ ich meine Studie nach Schreiben des Testberichts aus "wissenschaftlicher Perspektive" komplett schleifen.
Ich entschied mich dafür, die Garmin Uhr während des Schlafens nicht mehr zu tragen, zeichnete meine CBD-Einnahmen nicht mehr auf und führte auch keine detaillierte Datenanalysen durch. Oder anders gesagt: Ich ließ mich vom Moment treiben, bemühte mich, die herausfordernden schulfreien Tage würdevoll zu meistern, desinfizierte metaphorisch die Wunden des Lebens mit Bier, Rotwein und CBD. Ich ließ den Dingen ihren Lauf.

Etwa zur Mitte der Sommerferien erinnerte ich mich wieder an meine ursprüngliche Absicht, den Konsum von CBD auf ein vernünftiges Maß zu beschränken und die Tropfen fortan nur noch nach Bedarf einzusetzen. Und obwohl ich oberhalb im Text mehrfach betont hatte, dass keine Abhängigkeit oder Ähnliches entstehen könne und die Angelegenheit völlig unbedenklich sei, muss ich ehrlich zugeben: Je näher der Tag der Wahrheit rückte, desto mehr häuften sich meine Bedenken.
Tatsächlich überkam mich eine gewisse Angst, dass mir die Reduktion möglicherweise so schwer fallen könnte wie das Aufhören mit dem Rauchen oder dem Alkohol. So wie anno dazumal in der Seestadt, als mir in den Weihnachtsfeiertagen der Rotwein ausging, alle Geschäfte geschlossen hatten und ich im dichten Schneetreiben nicht einmal mit dem Auto zur Tankstelle fahren konnte, weil mir die Polizei Tage zuvor den Führerschein abgenommen hatte... was für eine schreckliche Nacht, welch ein Albtraum.

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Glücklicherweise verlief die Realität anders als erwartet, und ich kann heute mit Stolz und Demut sagen: Meine Sorgen waren unbegründet. Ich entschied mich, die regelmäßige Einnahme von einem Tag auf den anderen zu beenden, und es hatte keinerlei nachweisbaren Einfluss.

Als ich jedoch bemerkte, dass mir das Einschlafen wieder schwerer fiel, griff ich situationselastisch auf CBD zurück. Beispielsweise im Italienurlaub wegen der hohen Temperaturen im Hotelzimmer: sechs Tropfen, und es war alles wieder gut. Oder in meinem Notfallsbett im Jungunternehmerbüro neben dem Trafokasten: sechs Tropfen. Nach meinem Sturz beim Honda Monkey Rennen in Frankfurt: sechs Tropfen. Und auch während meiner drei Tage mit den beiden Kindern allein zu Haus: sechs Tropfen.

Insgesamt gelang es mir, meinen CBD-Konsum von ungefähr 6-mal pro Woche auf lediglich 1-2-mal pro Woche zu reduzieren und ich staunte nicht schlecht, als ich kürzlich, während ich dieses Fazit schrieb, meine aktuellen HRV-Daten in Garmin Connect analysierte.

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Development of Heart Rate Variability (HRV)

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Sure, here's the translation:```Esotericism? Self-fulfilling prophecies? Voodoo? All possible - but: 'Wuascht!', as the Austrian likes to say. It works, it's not unhealthy, the costs are manageable, the effort is minimal. I swear by it.
Although I already had a certain expectation that CBD helps and does not harm before my empirical investigation on Bikeboard, I must admit that I was even more positively surprised by the end result.

My advice to you: Try it out! Everything will get better. And if not, may lightning strike me while I'm... ```The text has been translated while retaining the original formatting and line breaks.

 NoPain: 'Everything gets better. 

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Organic or not - of course, there is no need to discuss my approach of compensating for nutritional and health-related shortcomings with dietary supplements. But purely based on the product or its ingredients, I would like to clearly state: The tested CBD oil in its natural full spectrum, consisting of phytocannabinoids (CBD, CBDA, CBDV, CBG, CBN), terpenes, omega-6/omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin E, had a calming effect and significantly improved sleep quality.

Whether a licensed professional athlete should take the - albeit relatively low - residual risk of a possible "contamination" is something I doubt. However, anyone not confronted with NADA, who has already exhausted all natural methods, and is looking for additional support in preventing and healing sports injuries, reducing stress and performance pressure, or solving sleep problems, might want to consider trying a drop or two of good CBD oil. 

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