Best Natural Way to Chill

Local women-owned company Yuyo Botanics recommends this CBD balm — made with turmeric, cayenne, menthol and aloe — to soothe sore muscles and joints. It is great for that, but I find myself reaching for it most to relax tense jaw muscles and ease headaches. The magic ingredient: terpene beta-caryophyllene, which is a dietary cannabinoid. What does all that mean? Beats me. Ask a botanist. All I know is it smells delicious (think allspice, pepper and hops); it calms my fragile nerves; and it’s a hell of a lot easier to get your hands on than Xanax. Tiger Balm, you are on notice. ASHLEY BRANTLEY

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