Have trouble sleeping at night? One of these cannabis-infused products might help.
MICHIGAN – Insomnia corners us all from time to time—and some more than others. Cannabis is a natural way to treat restless nights and increasingly a go-to for many Michiganders trading in sleeping pills for plant-based remedies.
Studies have proven cannabis increases our deep Stage 3 sleep and reduces the amount of that light, dream-filled REM sleeping patterns. This is one of the defining differences in those who get a restful night’s sleep versus those who suffer from sleep deprivation.
There are a lot of products on the market for sleep—most of which use indica strains that are known to treat the body to a relaxing and soothing effect without as much of the psychoactive energy that sativas give. CBD is the powerhouse property that eases the body itself into a pain-free and peaceful state.
Below we’ve rounded up seven of Michigan’s must-try products—each with different forms of cannabis, but all with promising botanical blends known for curing insomnia.
Sweet dreams, ‘Ganders—you deserve it.
Botanical Relaxation Bundle
The RELAX CBD Bundle offers two of the Premiere Hemp Company’s best botanical products. It includes their locally made Full Spectrum Lavender CBD Oil and Full Spectrum CBD Salve, providing you with a holistic approach to relaxation and rejuvenation.
It’s high-quality CBD derived from organically grown hemp plants with the soothing properties of lavender, with each drop of oil a precise dose of CBD to make it easy to incorporate into your nighttime unwinding routine. The salve offers targeted topical relief to not just make you drowsy but restore your pain points while you rest. The cost is $105 for this locally-made bundle of products.
- 1000mg Lavender CBD Ingredients: Organic MCT coconut oil, Full spectrum CBD, Lavender infusion.
- 500mg CBD Healing Salve Ingredients: Jojoba oil, Almond oil, Beeswax, Full Spectrum Hemp, Burdock, Calendula, Comfrey, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Tangerine, and Vitamin E oil.
- Get yours here
Drowsiness in a Drop
A tiny drop of relaxation in the form of plant medicine, Chill drops contain just 5 mg of THC, but five times more CBD, the proven cannabinoid for restfulness. These fast-acting hybrid pills are swallowed, and users report feeling happy, relaxed, and sleepy after. A 20-pack costs $25.
- Each Chill Drop contains 5mg THC and 25mg CBD (flower equivalent: 0.9375g)
- Gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free.
- Purchase them here
Melatonin Melody
For those who want a gentle but effective sleep sans THC, these-lemon flavored gummies offer 50mg of CBD and 5 mg of melatonin per serving. Take two of the CBD gummies about 30 minutes before you want to sleep. The melatonin coaxes you into a deep sleep using your brain’s pre-existing biological pathways while the cannabinoids help with a full body relaxation. The best part is they are totally plant-based, with just nine natural ingredients favoring pectin as the gelatin and tomatoes for color instead of artificial alternatives. The cost is under $15 for an 8-count.
- Made with more than 90% certified organic ingredients
- 25 mg each
- Read more here
Bedtime Capsules with a Boost
Melatonin is a favorite nighttime capsule, and these Pure Essential deep sleep caps are made with indica oil and 2mg doses of melatonin to induce restful sleep. Typical responses include feeling relaxed, tired, and a bit hungry after. For only $8, these capsules are a great way to experiment with the most effective new products for a good night’s rest.
- Pure Essential capsules are made with organic fractionated virgin coconut oil and vegetarian capsules
- Each contains 10 mg of THC
- Buy them here
Good Night, Honey
It’s Michigan’s own Sleeping Bear Farms honey—infused with a twist by Detroit Edibles. With both CBN—cannabinol, which is known for relaxing and sleepy properties—and THC, this blend helps you create an evening tea or even snack that will relieve pain and promote drowsiness. It activates in 1-2 hours and costs $25.
- 200mg THC / 100mg CBN
- Ingredients: Honey, cannabis extract, sunflower lecithin
- Learn more here
Concentrated Nighttime Bliss
For those looking to quickly drift into a dreamy nighttime euphoria, look no further than the Northern Lights indica strain, known for its mellow happiness and terpenes (aroma properties) that promote blissfulness. Northern Lights is one of the most famous indica strains dating back to the 1970s. We recommend the AiroPod Strain Series, which gets you a long-lasting 1g cartridge for just $30.
- Indica strain voted Best of Weedmaps in 2022
- Earthy, flowery, herbal flavor and scent profile
- Buy yours here
Good Old-Fashioned Flower Power
If you’re looking for a go-to smoke session to coax you into sweet dreams, Granddaddy Purple is a tried and true strain that delivers relaxation and euphoria together. Stiiizy 40’s infused blunt box delivers a 4-gram pack for $75 that will last in your stash for some time to come. Users say they feel relaxed, sleepy, and happy.
- THC content: 17%
- Won first place in 2015 at the Denver High Times Cannabis Cup for Best U.S. Indica
- Find where it’s sold near you
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Jessica Strachan Jessica Strachan is an award-winning writer and photographer, native Michigander and impassioned storyteller.
