Can You Use CBD In Cooking
One of the hottest foodie trends, especially for health
nuts, is incorporating CBD into your diet. Whether it's Keto, Paleo, Vegan, or
a hard-core weight gain regimen.
More and more people want the benefits CBD provides for
their healthy
lifestyle. From busy athletes to those now working full-time from home,
everyone can benefit from CBD and its health and nutrition advantages.
The best part about CBD, it can be added to practically
anything and retain its healthful advantages. In this post, we'll give the
ultimate guide to cooking with
CBD!
Including why adding this "superfood" to your diet
is vital for overall health, and tips for incorporating it into your favorite
recipes!
Benefits of CBD and Why You Should Cook With It
New research shows the incredible promise of CBD, including
treatment of insomnia, depression,
anxiety, and pain.
Many people see immediate results but wonder if there's a better or tastier way
to get their daily CBD. After all, not everyone likes to hold oil under their
tongue for 90 seconds at a time to receive all the benefits
CBD has to offer.
Cooking with CBD is quickly gaining momentum as the
preferred delivery method because of one word - bioavailability. In a nutshell,
bioavailability is the body's capacity to synthesize food.
A recent, groundbreaking study by The
University of Minnesota showed that high-fat foods increase CBD absorption
in the body. In other words, a high-fat ingredient, such as coconut milk in a
masala dish, has the effect of turbocharging your CBD's effectiveness!
What CBD Tastes Like
CBD users report a "grass” like flavor to it, with a
nutty aftertaste. CBD oil, because it's suspended in oil, can often take on the
taste
of the "carrier" oils used include hemp, olive, grapeseed, and
avocado.
While the oil can help with absorption, some users report a
bitter aftertaste, while some like the earthy and nutty qualities they report
experiencing.
CBD
isolate, on the other hand, is scentless and tasteless. A crystalline
powder, CBD isolate contains 99% pure CBD. As we'll discuss later, CBD isolate
is the most superior CBD to use for cooking.
CBD isolates are super easy to measure out, and there's no
need to worry about them containing anything other than pure CBD.
Bake-Free for CBD Oil
Because of its taste, many might not be crazy about the idea
of cooking with CBD oil. However, its "natural, earthy" flavor can be
a nice compliment to
several dishes. Mix it into a smoothie, and you won't even
taste the tincture or mix a few drops in your green tea for an even 'grassier'
taste.
Incorporating CBD oil into bake-free foods, such as salad
dressings or juices, is easy and effective if you don't mind the taste.
Another benefit of using it in bake-free dishes is the CBD
doesn't lose its potency. CBD starts to break down the cannabinoids
once it reaches 355°F and makes the oil taste bad.
CBD Isolate Powder Cooking
For those that don't like the taste of tinctures in their
food, CBD is a great option to use for cooking. Not only is it convenient to
add to just about any dish, there's no taste or odor, meaning it will blend perfectly
into any dish you create.
You can sprinkle it on your food after it comes out of the
oven or, mix it with a healthy fat, such as coconut oil, for supercharged
absorption!
Make sure not to cook anything above 320-355°F and use an
infusion method to prep your food. For example, if you enjoy Indian food, mix
the CBD into a masala sauce, not into the chicken.
Low-heat dishes work best and use the CBD with a sauce to
act as a carrier for delivery. This process ensures the cannabidiol will not
break down, and you'll get the maximum potency.
CBD for Weight Loss
Imagine losing weight while not craving food. Sound
impossible? Recent studies by the National Institute
of Health showed, "CBD is able to block CB1 receptor, thereby
producing anti-obesity effects".
CBD also helps regulate the mitochondrial
activity, which helps achieve metabolic stability. Insulin regulation and
appetite suppression are other benefits showing great promise with regular CBD
use.
Keto and Paleo diet enthusiasts should be excited by the
calming and appetite
suppressing effects CBD can have. Not to mention the increased potency it
has with a high-fat diet. You can start your day with bulletproof coffee and
mix in your favorite high-quality CBD oil or isolate for maximum results.
Recipes
- CBD Buffalo Wings For the wing lovers out there, what better way can you think of to get your daily dose of CBD? These buffalo chicken wings are a classic with a modern CBD twist!
- CBD Gnocchi Kale and Sausage Bake A delicious easy dinner recipe with a dash of CBD, cooked at the perfect temperature to preserve those healthy cannabinoids!
- CBD Stir Fry This CBD Stir fry is easy to make and tastes delicious. The entire thing can be done in one frying pan and takes under 20 minutes to prepare! Chicken, fresh veggies, and a healthy dose of CBD make this a nutritious dish you won’t want to miss.
- CBD Brownies There's nothing better than a rich chocolate brownie, but also getting the sweet relief you need as well.
- CBD Guacamole Dip your favorite chips in this creamy, flavorful guacamole! Quick and easy to make, while packing a punch of relief!

Final Word
CBD's potential to alleviate anxiety, depression, acne, and
obesity is well documented. Everyone from Triathletes to busy professionals can
benefit from the wide-ranging therapeutic applications.
CBD can be enjoyed as a tincture, an isolate, and even edible gummies! Topicals and creams
make it easy to apply right where the pain is most significant.
The increased power of CBD through bioavailability is just
now starting to come to light. Not long ago, many doctors recommended a
'low-fat' diet, only to discover that carbs were way more problematic than
healthy fats.
New paradigm shifts in food science are increasingly showing
the benefits of healthy fats. These include olive oil, avocado, and coconut oil
- and the added benefits of adding CBD!
If you want to learn more about Cooking With CBD, contact Eden’s Herbals at [email protected]
today!
*These statements have not been evaluated or approved by the
Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure
any illness. Medical advice should be taken from a medical professional.
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