The benefits of CBD tea

CBD has become so popular in recent years, not just because it’s a natural alternative to increased health, but it has been scientifically proven over and over to help with a wide range of conditions and health issues. Our CBD Tea range is no different in that people are enjoying its many benefits, with that added bonus of taking it as a delicious, luxurious cup of tea. For those new to taking CBD, our CBD teas are a gentle, familiar way to take CBD.  They also make wonderful gifts, should you wish to share your love for CBD. 

Before we look at the specific benefits of our tea, let’s first look at how CBD works.

CBD (Cannabinoids) are the chemical compounds in the cannabis plant and are, surprisingly, already present in our bodies, and all mammals for that matter. Cannabinoids come in two forms, both of which are very similar, but have completely different origins; Phytocannabinoids – are the cannabinoids from the cannabis plant. Endocannabindoids – which are naturally produced in our bodies.

All mammals are capable of producing their own Endocannabinoids, in fact it’s been proven they are present in breast milk! When Phytocannabinoids from the plant (in the form of CBD oil) enter your system, they imitate many actions of the Endocannabinoid system (enhancing their action) and simulate the ECS into producing it own endocannabinoids, so the Phytocannabinoids act as an Endocannabinoid supplement.

They also mediate communication between cells, by binding to receptors throughout our brain and body and help regulate many of our bodily functions, from sleep, to mood, temperature to appetite, physical inflammation to cognitive function – this is called Homeostasis.

Why our CBD tea is the best CBD tea

We only ever use full spectrum CBD – this means it’s made from the whole plant and therefore contains as many cannabinoids, flavinoids and terpenes as you can muster from the Cannabis Sativa L strain of plant. Ordinarily we would not recommend adding traditional CBD oil to food or drink as the absorption rate when ingested reduces to only 5-20%. This is why nearly all CBD drinks on the market contain just CBD isolate (the one cannabinoid, as opposed to the full spectrum).

But our tea is different. The organic tea, fruit, flower and spice blends have been soaked in our Water-soluble CBD, which is not only full spectrum, but designed to be ingested and retaining a 100% absorption rate – even more than traditional CBD oils taken sublingually.

The main benefits of CBD tea

• general sense of calm
• deeper sleep
• improved gut health
• reduced anxiety
• increased focus
• enhanced mood
• hormonal balance
• promotes an overall healthy system
• reduced inflammation

The extra benefits of each of our CBD tea blends

We have five different organic, luxurious tea blends, all with their own health benefits.

Any Time – Fruit Explosion: good for reducing stress, improved sleep and a sense of ease through your system.

Packed with grape, passion fruit, banana, hibiscus, marigold flower and orange, it’s a rich, fruity and well-rounded taste explosion. This summer fruit blend is a true delight in aroma and taste. It looks pretty spectacular too. Naturally caffeine-free, you can enjoy it’s tropical taste and CBD benefits at any time of day. This is a favourite with people wanting an evening treat to replace alcohol. As there is no caffeine it’s the most effective for encouraging a sense of calm and deeper sleep as well as ease throughout your entire system.

Good Night – Cleansing Blossom: good for improved sleep, detoxification, rejuvenating your system after exertion.

A base of white tea with elderflower, cherry blossom, jasmine and cornflower, this luxurious, floral white tea blend is made from young large tea leaves and combined with jasmine dragon pearls and various flowers. It is like springtime in a cup. It is packed with antioxidants making it a perfect addition to a cleansing diet and to refresh the system after a weekend of self-indulgence. And because white tea is naturally low in caffeine, it’s a great bedtime drink as the CBD can send you off into a deep sleep.

Focus – Black Mango: good for mind focus, mood enhancing and energy boost.

A vibrant black tea with mango, lime and lemongrass; indulge in the rich and powerful taste of this robust black tea from Southern India, perfectly blended with fresh sweet mango and lime to ensure a balanced and full taste. It’s also a great alternative to morning coffee or an afternoon energy-boost. The CBD enhances the mood and because it’s calming a busy brain, it allows you to focus better on what you’re doing. 

Good Morning – Green Tea with Lemon: good for cleansing your entire entire system in the morning, eliminating dead cells.

This soft, yet rich tasting green tea is generously filled with real lemongrass and lemon peel. It is like a cup of sunshine in the morning and is a great boost to get you through an afternoon lull. Let the combination of CBD, green tea and lemon, naturally stimulate and cleanse. CBD can instigate a detoxifying effect, known as Herxing, as CBD has antibacterial and antioxidant properties. Keeping your fluid intake up with CBD tea is vital so your body can flush dead cells and bad bacteria. 

Peace – Chai Spice: good for improved gut health, calming your mind and body, reduce inflammation

Black Darjeeling with star anise, ginger, cardamon, cinnamon and orange – let the aromatic chai spices warm your cockles from within and create some inner peace. The selection of spices, as used in ancient Ayurvedic medicine, are known to settle the digestive system. Combined with CBD’s anti-inflammatory and probiotic properties, it’s perfect for sensitive tummies and promoting healthy guts. It’s also great in hot chocolate for a cosy night time or winter drink.

 

SOME COMMON QUESTIONS ANSWERED…

WHAT’S CBD TEA?
There are 2 kinds of CBD tea on the market. One is Cannabis leaves and (sometimes) flowers dried and ground and presented either loose or in tea bags. The other type, which is very rare to find indeed, is the type we make: real flavoured teas absorbed in Full Spectrum Water Soluble CBD.
The former has a very grassy taste and carries a small amount of CBD and in some cases THC as well – it is a contentious issue as some brands are using CBD Tea as a way to sell weed for people to smoke, so do make sure you’re buying this type of tea from a respected and reliable source!

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CBD TEA AND HEMP TEA?
There are different types of CBD tea on the market so it is good to know what they are. Hemp tea is made from either hemp seeds (which contain almost no CBD) or ground hemp leaves and flowers. The latter tastes very grassy and contains a small amount of CBD. CBD Infused tea is very different. It’s tea soaked in CBD oil. The only problem here can be that the absorption rate of regular CBD oil when ingested is reduced to around 4% to 20%. Our CBD tea is different again – the teas are soaked in our Full Spectrum Water Soluble CBD which is designed to be ingested and retains its 100% absorption rate no matter how you take it, even in tea!

CBD TEA BAGS
We used to offer our CBD tea in tea bags, but to get maximum infusion of CBD and flavour into your drink, the best tea bags are the pyramid ones, and sadly the only ones we could get our hands on were made from nylon, which is a micro-plastic and so not good for the environment. So we’ve opted for loose tea. The other benefit of loose tea, other than being nicer to the environment, is that you can adjust your tea portion and therefore CBD dosage to suit your needs.

CAN YOU PUT CBD INTO HOT WATER?
Regular CBD Oil, i.e. CBD oil diluted in hemp seed oil or an MCT like coconut oil, is best taken sublingually (under the tongue). This allows for maximum intake of CBD directly into the bloodstream, avoiding the digestive system. If regular CBD oils are ingested, the absorption of CBD is significantly reduced and only 4% to 20% of the CBD is absorbed.
This is why we designed our Water Soluble Full Spectrum CBD – it is specially formulated to be absorbed through ingestion and the absorption rate is almost 100%, no matter how you take it – hot or cold food or drink.
There is one benefit to heating up CBD that is worth mentioning here, it can trigger a process called Decarboxylation, it’s like an ignition of the cannabinoids and can make them more effective!

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CBD TEA?
CBD tea benefits are the same as taking CBD in other forms like the oral oils or patches or gummies. The most commonly experienced benefits are deeper sleep, sense of calm and easing of discomfort throughout the body. CBD tea does have additional benefits; it’s an easy way to take CBD, you get to have a luxurious, calming cuppa any time of day and you get to enjoy the amazing flavours of tea we have created for you!

IS CBD TEA GOOD FOR SLEEP?
Taking CBD tea for sleep, anxiety and pain relief are the most common reasons people start their CBD journey. And CBD tea is no different…so long as you buy from a reputable brand and ensure the CBD content and absorption rate is of the highest efficacy, you can’t go wrong.

CBD TEA AND WEIGHT LOSS
We won’t make any claims about our CBD Tea helping with weight loss, but you can research for yourself the effects CBD can have on regulating appetite and also on reducing stress, which is a common factor in instigating over-eating/comfort eating. I know from personal experience!

CBD TEA FOR ANXIETY
We have 5 different flavours and they range from caffeine free (Fruit Explosion) to Intense Flavour with high caffeine content with Black Mango (black tea with real mango, lime and lemongrass). If you’re sensitive to caffeine and find it can over stimulate, and in turn increase a sense of anxiety, we suggest the Fruit Explosion or the Cleansing Blossom (a white tea, which is naturally low in caffeine). But because all our teas contain 5mg of Water Soluble Full Spectrum CBD, you’ll get the usual benefits of CBD in every cup – one of which is a calmer nervous system and steady mind.

CBD TEA EFFECTS
Taking The Tonic’s CBD tea will give you the same positive effects you’d expect from any good quality, full spectrum CBD product. But we urge you to ensure that if you are not buying our CBD Tea, that you check with the company on how it is made, what it is made from and whether the levels of THC are within the UK legal limits. I urge this because there are some products on the market that are advertised as ‘CBD Tea’ but are in fact ground up cannabis intended for smoking.

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WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO DRINK CBD TEA?
We advise you to infuse CBD for at least 5 minutes, ideally 10, to get the full flavour and CBD content into your drink. Personally, I prefer using a caffetiere or ‘plunger’ so I can keep pumping the plunger to get as much air into it which increases flavour, but also pounds the CBD out of the tea.
You can use an infuser too which is great for a 1 cup portion. Tea Pot Infusers are also perfect.
Each Tonic Tea product states how much you need for 1 portion, and there are 20 portions in a pouch. We ensure 5mg of CBD per portion, which sounds like a low amount, but because we are our Water Soluble Full Spectrum CBD the CBD absorption is almost 100%, unlike regular CBD oils, so 5mg of this is the equivalent of 10mg of regular CBD oil taken sublingually.

CAN CBD TEA LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE?
We cannot make medical claims to this effects, but if you Google the effects of CBD, you will find that it has been proven to help.
A 2020 study found that CBD may have vasodilatory effects in human and rat arteries showing CBD may improve flow because it widens blood vessels.

2017 study found that it lowered blood pressure in individuals at rest and those under stress.

The main reason it can help is by reducing stress. American Institute of Stress, stress may cause blood pressure to rise.

CAN I BRING CBD THROUGH AIRPORT SECURITY?
This all depends on where you are traveling – if the country accepts CBD as legal, then yes. Just check the THC levels – for example the UK legal amount is 0.02mg or 0.2%.

CAN YOU GET AN ALLERGIC REACTION TO CBD TEA?
There has been no reported evidence of anyone being allergic to CBD, but in regards to CBD tea, always check the ingredients and see if there is anything you may react with, e.g. our Fruit Explosion CBD Tea contains organic;
Grapes, Hibiscus, Banana*, Licorice, Orange Peel, Yellow Marigold, Cinnamon Sticks, Apricot, The Tonic’s Water-Soluble full spectrum hemp extract* (Water, Curcumin, Vegetable Glycerin, Triglycerides, Mycreen, Caryophyllene, Limolene, Pinene, Linalool, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate).
You can check out the ingredients of each CBD tea in every product page.

CAN I SMOKE CBD TEA?
You cannot smoke our CBD tea, it is intended to be taken as any other kind of tea – infused in hot water. There are brands selling cannabis to smoke disguised as CBD tea, so beware of this!