Blog

The Benefits of CBD

From high street health food shops to online retailers like Dayzed, CBD products are appearing more and more regularly and it might lead to wonder what all the hype’s about? Is it really a miracle cure all as some would have you believe? Or is it just a fad that’s soon going to pass by.

Today we’re taking a look at CBD and hoping to answer some of those questions.

Before we start, it’s important to note that the science of studying CBD is in its infancy: though its use as a folk remedy for a lot of different issues is almost as old civilisation, modern science has for a long time shunned it because it’s derived from the cannabis plant – a controlled substance in much of the world. Now, as it’s benefits become clearer and governments are more willing to acknowledge that CBD is distinct from the psychoactive THC compound that gives cannabis its high. This means that our understanding of the benefits of CBD oil are mainly derived from anecdotal data and preliminary studies. The medical establishment is happy that the compound is safe to be sold as an uncontrolled substance, but not to speak with authority on why you might want to take it.

Pain Control

One of the reasons many people take CBD products is to control pain. While it’s not a substitute for a pharmacy painkiller when you’re experiencing acute pain from an injury or illness, there is some evidence that CBD can help to reduce or manage chronic pain.

Certainly for those who prefer natural solutions, or want to supplement an already extensive prescribed pain relief programme with complimentary products, CBD is a significant weapon in the arsenal. Its effects aren’t guaranteed by the medical establishment and may be subtle, but to many they’re vital.

Mental Health

Conditions like depression and anxiety affect what appears to be an increasing number of people, and while there are lots of options for treatment, from talking therapies of various kinds to medication, some people look further afield for relief.

Some studies have shown that CBD interacts with your brain’s receptors for serotonin, which affects your mood, in a similar way to some anti-depressants. It lacks a lot of the side effects of chemical mood regulating drugs, and has the benefit of not being addictive. Again, while scientists aren’t able to speak authoritatively about its effects, a growing community of people are making CBD tea, oil, or vape juice a part of how they manage their mental health from day to day.

Also Read: vaping and e-cigarettes, Cannabis Business Directory