The debate on the benefits of weed is still ongoing, especially in the US where some states have legalised recreational use of marijuana while others are firm about its ban. However, we do know that cannabidiol (CBD), a component that makes up 40% of cannabis extract, has become a common product in the beauty industry because of its surprising beauty benefits.
Unlike THC, CBD is a non-psychoactive chemical which means that it has the calming benefits of weed without giving you the high or making you stoned. This is the main reason why CBD is a legal chemical and that drug tests test only for THC. The mount of benefits of CBD have encouraged wellness brands to incorporate it into their food products to create anti-anxiety foods. One example is the Adaptogenic Coconut Butter by Not Pot and Pearl Butter, which contains matcha and CBD for a super versatile anti-anxiety superfood!
We all know the benefits of matcha. It has a high concentration of antioxidant, increases our metabolism, steadily boosts our energy without the caffeine crash and protects our kidneys and livers, just to name a few. But what about CBD? As mentioned, it does not make you go into a psychedelic trance like how THC does. Instead, CBD has anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective and anti-anxiety properties, making it a good alternative medication for people with joint pains, anxiety or insomnia. It can be extracted from marijuana and and its non-psychoactive variant, hemp.
We weren’t able to get our hands on it in Singapore because Pearl Butter doesn’t do international shipping but according to Pop Sugar, it tastes amazing! The matcha gives a sweet and slightly earthy flavour and is perfectly complemented with the creamy coconut butter. Because of the versatility of coconut butter, you can have this amazing treat multiple ways: spread it on toast or warm it up to drizzle over fruits. You can also add a tablespoon and blend it with hot milk for a super beneficial matcha latte or just lick it off a spoon! Each tablespoon has a mild dosage so it’s also suitable for those who just love matcha, coconut butter.
Pearl Butter X Not Pot Secret Ingredient Le Butter US$28
This flavour of coconut butter, called Secret Ingredient, is a limited edition collaboration between Not Pot and Pearl Butter, which means that there’s only a limited stock available! So if you’re heading to the US anytime soon, or have any lobang that can help you bring it over, we definitely recommend trying to get this jar of anti-anxiety superfood. Although, looking at our country’s firm stance against drugs, we hope it’ll be able to make it past customs and into our tummies.
For more information, go to pearlbutter.com.
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Images: Pop Sugar, Pearl Butter
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