CBD & Veterans: How Nature’s Support Can Go a Long Way

Honoring Veterans with Everyday Support

Veterans face unique challenges as they transition from service to civilian life. Whether it's managing stress from past experiences, addressing physical discomfort, or struggling with sleepless nights, many veterans are turning to natural solutions like CBD to help support their everyday well-being.

At Treadwell Farms, a veteran-owned business, we’re proud to organically grow and craft full-spectrum hemp products that may provide meaningful support, without the harsh side effects often associated with synthetic options.

Here are a few ways CBD may help veterans, along with recommended Treadwell Farms products to support each need:

1. CBD and PTSD

Veterans who have experienced combat or high-stress environments may live with symptoms of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) long after their service ends. According to a study published in Frontiers in Neuroscience, CBD may have the potential to help reduce symptoms of PTSD, such as anxiety, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts [1].

In addition, a case series in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that CBD showed promise in helping to reduce PTSD-related symptoms, especially when used alongside standard care [2].

Relief Extract – Crafted to ease the mind and provide relief from the inside out, this extract blends full-spectrum hemp with natural botanicals to help dial down tension when the day feels heavy.

2. CBD and Pain Relief

Veterans often live with physical aches and pains from years of intense physical activity, injury, or surgery. A growing body of research suggests CBD may help reduce inflammation and provide natural relief from chronic discomfort. One study published in Current Neuropharmacology highlighted CBD’s potential to modulate pain and inflammation through the endocannabinoid system [3].

Cooling Mint Salve

Target stubborn soreness with our full-spectrum CBD salve, which may help provide cooling relief and support recovery from swelling and inflammation of muscles and joints.

3. CBD and Sleep

Sleep is essential for recovery, both mentally and physically. Unfortunately, many veterans report challenges with falling asleep or staying asleep. According to a study in The Permanente Journal, CBD may help improve sleep scores in people with anxiety or sleep issues within the first month of use [4].

Evening Blend Extract 

A calming nighttime formula that pairs full-spectrum hemp with herbs like chamomile and lemon balm to help promote restful sleep—naturally.

4. CBD and Mood

CBD may also provide support for emotional regulation, helping veterans feel more grounded and less overwhelmed. Research suggests CBD interacts with serotonin receptors, which play a role in mood and emotional stability [5].

Relief Key Lime Gummies

Plant-based relief from pain, stress, and more with the refreshing Florida flavors of key lime that keep you feeling good. These full-spectrum THC and CBD gummies utilize the entourage effect to provide maximum relief!

A Natural Alternative with Heart

The road back to “normal” life isn’t always easy. But veterans deserve support they can trust—from people who care. Treadwell Farms is proud to offer a line of CBD products made with Florida-grown hemp, free of fillers and artificial ingredients. We believe wellness should be as close to nature as possible—and that small, intentional routines can make a big difference.

Looking to Start?

If you or a veteran you love is curious about CBD, we recommend starting low and slow with a trusted product. Always consult a healthcare provider before beginning a new supplement.

About the Author 

Jammie Treadwell has co-owned and operated Treadwell Farms since 2019 handling everything from nursery operations to product development. Treadwell and her parents continue her family's Florida farming legacy by intentionally creating natural, small-batch artisanal hemp products trusted and tested with the community in mind.

Sources:

1. Bitencourt RM and Takahashi RN (2018) Cannabidiol as a Therapeutic Alternative for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: From Bench Research to Confirmation in Human Trials. Front. Neurosci. 12:502. doi: 10.3389/fnins.2018.00502

2. Elms L, Shannon S, Hughes S, Lewis N. Cannabidiol in the Treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Case Series. J Altern Complement Med. 2019 Apr;25(4):392-397. doi: 10.1089/acm.2018.0437. Epub 2018 Dec 13. PMID: 30543451; PMCID: PMC6482919.

3. Mlost J, Bryk M, Starowicz K. Cannabidiol for Pain Treatment: Focus on Pharmacology and Mechanism of Action. Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Nov 23;21(22):8870. doi: 10.3390/ijms21228870. PMID: 33238607; PMCID: PMC7700528.

4. Shannon S, Lewis, N, Lee, H, Hughes, S. Cannabidiol in Anxiety and Sleep: A Large Case Series. The Permanente Journal, Vol. 23, No. 1, March 1, 2019, https://doi.org/10.7812/TPP/18-041

5. De Gregorio D, McLaughlin RJ, Posa L, Ochoa-Sanchez R, Enns J, Lopez-Canul M, Aboud M, Maione S, Comai S, Gobbi G. Cannabidiol modulates serotonergic transmission and reverses both allodynia and anxiety-like behavior in a model of neuropathic pain. Pain. 2019 Jan;160(1):136-150. doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001386. PMID: 30157131; PMCID: PMC6319597.