“CBD gave me a fighting chance to function while I worked through treatment for Lyme Disease. Less pain meant less moodiness, less sleeplessness, less overwhelm. One day I realized—I didn’t need to complain anymore. I wanted to seize the day. That feeling had been gone for a long time.” —Kristen

For nearly three decades, Bret Saunders has been up before 4 a.m. to host Denver’s 97.3 KBCO. Sleep was always the sticking point—until he tried Blue Sky Sleep Gels. He reports more consistent rest and mornings that start sharper, with energy for a workout and focus behind the mic.

Regular movement is vital as we age, but not all workouts are senior-friendly. Experts recommend low-impact activities like walking, swimming, biking, and tai chi to build strength and balance, while avoiding high-impact or heavy-load exercises that can strain joints.

Sharon spent decades battling chronic pain from a car accident and a life-altering surgery. Nothing brought relief, until she discovered CBD. From balms to bath bombs, it gave her something she hadn’t felt in years: a full day without pain. “I’m so thankful for CBD,” she says.

For decades, cannabis research focused almost entirely on THC, leaving cannabidiol (CBD) in the background. That has shifted as studies now highlight CBD’s role in inflammation.

Chronic inflammation can drain your energy, slow your recovery, and impact your overall health — but new research reveals promising ways to help keep it in check. A comprehensive scientific review has uncovered how certain plant-based compounds interact with the body’s own systems to support a balanced inflammatory response.

The latest research reveals simple, science-backed tweaks — from lifting before cardio to trying “Japanese walking” intervals — that can boost strength, improve heart health, and even help you sleep better.

A new study found that taking 20 mg of CBN before bed may help reduce nighttime awakenings and improve overall sleep disturbance—without making you feel groggy the next day.

Kalila was that person who would wake up at 3 AM and stare at the ceiling. Her solution? A simple bedtime ritual with tea and Sleep Balm—what her husband jokingly calls her "magic potion." The results speak for themselves.

On the show, Dr. Dorninger explains how CBD and CBN support hormone balance, reduce inflammation, and reset sleep rhythms—especially during menopause. Listener Laura Scott’s sleep scores and energy levels dramatically improved after using Blue Sky CBD’s THC-free sleep formula.

In a candid and curiosity-driven interview on The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy sat down with Blue Sky CBD Director of Research & Development, Dr. Eric Dorninger to unpack why the formula works—and why her sleep scores have never been higher.