Did Ancient Druids use CBD?
Welcome Back!
As we’ve been discussing, stress weakens your immune system and makes you more prone to illness and infection, including nasty viruses like the flu …
The problem is knowing this – and doing nothing about it – only makes you more stressed, right?
And who hasn’t been more stressed out recently, given the turbulent economic and political landscape?
Now more than ever, we all need help unwinding and dealing with increased stressors …
So check out 80,000 Died Last Year From This if you haven’t already to discover just how important conquering your stress levels really is and some surefire ways – both “Active” and “Passive” – to do just that …
In fact, I recommend the whole 4-part “How to Stress Less” series for an in-depth look at discharging stress on a cellular level …
Again, as I’ve said many times …
The key to fighting off illness and infection is building a strong immune system, so you don’t get sick in the first place!
To that end, we’ve been running down some more “Passive” methods of discharging stress lately that don’t involve exercise or alcohol …
But what about CBD?
It seems like every time I turn on the radio, I hear an ad plugging the all-natural healing power of CBD oil and its ability to relieve tension in the body and combat stress …
Unfortunately, the vast majority of CBD is pretty risky due to toxic farming practices.
So, I started thinking about natural, herbal remedies for stress relief, and I remembered hearing about the Ancient Druids using a specific herb for this reason …
I learned about it from a guy who looks and sounds like a Viking – for real – and owns Lost Empire Herbs, an exotic natural herb company …
It’s a wild herb growing in North America and Europe that hardly anyone knows about, and …
… Native Americans, Egyptians, and yes, the Druids used it …
… to treat a variety of common ailments – depression, fevers, coughs, cramps, jaundice, and headaches – even acne, ulcers, and cuts …
It was thought to be such a medicinal cure-all that it’s genus name means literally “Sacred Plant” in Latin.
So … what the heck is this herb?
Verbena hastata.
A flowering plant in the vervain family, Verbenaceae.
It’s also known as American vervain, blue vervain or swamp verbena.
Just remember to always use the Latin name when ordering herbs or plants, like we discussed, as common or regional variations can get you in trouble.
It has long been believed to have a calming effect that helps relieve stress. The general consensus is …
Blue Vervain helps you relax but doesn’t knock you out or make you sleepy.
For that reason, it was first described in the 1652 book “The English Physician“ as a treatment for “over-enthusiasm,” which makes sense.
I say that because I started using it in the evenings after I heard about it – to turn my mind chatter down and chill out …
Especially in that transition period between a productive work day and falling asleep when you need to wind down …
And you know what? It works!
I like it because it helps me relax, but I don’t get too tired. In my opinion …
It’s the perfect “not too hot, not too cold” solution for naturally de-stressing.
I’ve also found it’s good for solving writer’s block – yes, that’s a real thing – or if you need to calm an overactive mind during the day.
In fact, this “lost herb” was so effective for one of my friends that she refused to give it back!
I won’t throw her under the bus – not by name, anyway – but it’s true. Seriously …
If you want something to “take the edge off” during the day but not get tired, or something to help you “detox” your mind in the evening, Blue Vervain is it.
I recommend Lost Empire Herbs because theirs is a rare “whole food” full-spectrum, full-frequency Spagyric tincture, not an isolate.
And, just so you know, very few suppliers go through these extra steps.
Plus, it’s available in small batches – by the dropper bottle – so it’s easy to take and keep track of, not to mention about as cheap as it gets.
If you need to unwind, and you want something that’s 100% free of harmful herbicides and pesticides, then try this ancient, all-natural herbal remedy …
It may not be trendy, but it’s definitely “Old School,” and it helps me relax when I need it!
NOW … as I said before, the vast majority of CBD products are risky because of industrial-grade petrochemicals like Glyphosate; however …
If you suffer from inflammation and pain – say, in your neck, joints, or back like I do – and you want fast, topical relief you can count on …
There is one I’ve found that passes the “Forgotten Health” test, but it’s not a tincture – it’s a cream … and it literally works “on contact” …
It’s called Prosper CBD Pain Freeze Cream and it’s an absolute Godsend, in my opinion …
The company – Prosper Wellness – is locally-sourced and has been family owned and operated since they opened in Colorado Springs, Colorado over 10 years ago.
Their farmers use only clean, natural farming techniques, with no chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides AND their water is Rocky Mountain pure!
Again, I use it myself when the old martial arts injuries start acting up – or if I hit the gym too hard …
I like it so much, in fact, I now take it every time I go hiking and camping here in the mountains of Southern California – or anywhere else, for that matter …
it’s better than a cold beer by a hot fire when you finally stop moving and your whole body gets achy and tight … I even rub it on my feet!
It’s NSF independently certified, FDA/USDA approved, and the highest quality, full-spectrum CBD you can get …
So, to recap …
I recommend Blue Vervain if you need help relaxing but don’t want to be totally knocked out and Prosper CBD Pain Freeze Cream for fast, topical relief …
And, YES, I’m still searching for other CBD products I can trust, and – believe me – I’ll let ya know as soon as I do …
For now, try this one-two punch for soreness, inflammation, anxiety, and pain …
If that doesn’t cover all the bases, I’m not sure what will …
‘Til Next Time … To Your Better Health,
Theo
