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What are the Benefits of REM Sleep

We all sleep - it’s one of the most basic human necessities. Whether or not we’re getting enough of the right sleep is a whole different question. 

Insomnia, tossing and turning, and sleeping disorders are conditions suffered by millions across the country. In fact, over a quarter of Americans report that they sleep less than seven hours on average - which is the minimum recommended. Plus, almost half of the country reports feeling tired during the day multiple times a week.

Maybe it’s stress, maybe it’s too much screen time, maybe it’s a medical condition, or maybe just bad luck: the fact is that we all need to get educated about how sleep works, how it can affect your health, and what you can do to get deeper and more restorative sleep. Your biological rhythm can be disturbed in many ways, so it’s important to stay informed. 

Let’s start with explaining something complicated in a simple way. As you probably know, the average sleep cycle goes through four to six cycles of REM and non-REM sleep. So, what’s the difference between non-REM sleep and REM sleep?

  • Non-REM sleep: this part of the cycle is divided into three phases. In the first, you are relaxed but might be easily awakened or toss and turn. The second phase gets your body ready for a deeper sleep by dropping your heart rate and temperature level. In the third phase, you’re officially a deep sleeper, while your body works to repair the body and strengthen the immune system. 
  • REM sleep: REM stands for Rapid Eye Movement. This is, of course, because, during this cycle, your eyes might move and dart quickly beneath your eyelids, along with increased brain activity and a quickened pulse. This is also when dreaming occurs. 

 

Key takeaways

  • Your body goes through four to six cycles of non-REM and REM sleep per night.
  • An adult should get seven to nine hours of sleep a night.
  • CBD may help people struggling to fall asleep.

 

Benefits of non-REM sleep

While you might think REM sleep is the most important, non-REM sleep is a star in its own right. It contributes to your health in a different way than REM sleep:

  • Helping your body naturally wind down, relax, and fall into a deep sleep. 
  • Feeling rested and rejuvenated in the morning. 
  • Non-REM sleep may help your body recover from injuries, and illnesses, deal with stress, and solve problems, 
  • Plays a role in memory consolidation
  • Boosts the immune system.

 

Benefits of REM and deep sleep

During REM sleep, your mind is working away but your body is in a deep slumber. This stage has many benefits:

  • REM sleep is great for your memory: it processes emotional memories and vivid dreams, all while storing new and old knowledge. 
  • It can help you learn more easily, recall things better, and think clearly by learning, recollection, and processing neurons. 
  • It boosts your immune system by triggering hormone production and regulating body temperature.
  • Non-REM and REM sleep share a benefit: they both contribute to repairing and regenerating cells in the body that are crucial to bone health and muscle and tissue growth.

 

Does CBD affect REM sleep?

Right now, we’re still waiting on conclusive results from dozens of studies that could help determine what the relationship is between CBD and sleep (specifically REM sleep). 

Right now, preliminary results suggest that CBD may help with sleep disorders that affect millions across the U.S.A., including insomnia, REM sleep behavior disorder, and excessive daytime sleepiness disorder. Other research has shown CBD may lower stress levels, which can result in better sleep. 

 

How to improve REM sleep

Here are some tips to improve REM sleep:

  • Develop a sleep schedule and stick to it.
  • Try to avoid caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine intake (especially before bedtime).
  • Set up a relaxing sleep routine that allows your body to wind down before bedtime.
  • Exercise regularly, even if it’s just taking a walk down the block. 
  • Create a cozy environment for sleep with no bright lights, a comfortable temperature, and no TV, cellphones, or laptop.
  • If you can’t fall asleep, try a relaxing activity like reading, meditating, or listening to relaxing music until you feel sleepy. 

 

CBD capsules benefits for sleep 

If you’re curious about indulging in the world of CBD to help you sleep, or if you’re already a seasoned user, you’ve come to the right place.

FOCL Night is one of the most straightforward, easy, and fast ways to take CBD and help you sleep better. These capsules don’t stop at just CBD - they’re filled with a dream team of botanicals that all work together for a full night’s rest.

They contain passion flower for relaxation, valerian for reparation, ashwagandha to reduce inflammation, hops cones to support rest cycles, and Griffonia simplicifolia to help the body produce serotonin and melatonin. 

 

Benefits of CBN for sleep

CBN is known for possibly being the most sedative of the cannabinoids found in cannabis. Studies are yet to be concluded, but as always, they bring promising results. Initial studies of CBN suggest improved sleep quality, pain relief, and anti-inflammation benefits.

Who doesn’t like a treat before bed? Even better, who wouldn’t love a treat before bed that helps them sleep quicker and deeper? We’ve got just the thing: FOCL Full Spectrum CBD + CBN Sleep Gummies. Each melt-in-your-mouth chew has 25mg of premium CBD and another 15mg of CBN so you can enjoy the extra support to get restful sleep, calm the body and mind, and doze off in no time. 

 

CBD drops for sleep

While research is still being conducted, initial findings suggest that CBD oil may be beneficial to your nighttime routine. 

Try FOCL Sleep Drops for those restless nights. Formulated to help you get the sleep you need and deserve, this oil contains other cannabinoids like CBD, along with CBN, which promote a night of better and deeper sleep. Trust these drops to use clean and simple ingredients to help you fall asleep.

The organic lavender and organic peppermint flavor and scent make these an aromatic experience, while organic stevia gives these drops just a kick of sweetness.

 

How many CBD drops to take for sleep

Every person is different, meaning that dosages differ from person to person too. What works for you, might not work for everyone. Still, the standard dose you’ll find in most products is 25mg (although you can find lower- and higher-potency products). For CBN, the standard tends to be around 15mg. 

For beginners, it’s always best to consult with a medical professional and start off with a lower dose and work your way up. This will help you to determine the correct dose for your unique circumstances.