CBD or Cannabidiol oil has gained momentum in the health and wellness world and there are lots of questions about it. For starters, what is it? It’s a type of cannabinoid. These chemicals are found in marijuana plants which are derived from cannabis. Don’t worry you won’t experience any forms of high or intoxication that’s caused by another well-known cannabinoid called THC.
CBD has been known to be surrounded by controversy but has had recent growth in awareness surrounding its health benefits.
Anxiety relief:
CBD has been shown to have the ability to give calming qualities and decrease anxiety and depression. CBD has been studied to help change the way your receptors in your brain respond to serotonin (A chemical linked with mental health). Anxiety is very common and has led to a devastating impact of wellbeing.
Ease ALS Symptoms
ALS or Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a known disease with nerves in our spinal cord and brain that begin to deteriorate. This results in muscle control loss that can worsen over time. Research strongly suggests that those with ALS can benefit from CBD.
Anti-seizure
You may have seen on the news recently how CBD might possibly be a treatment course for individuals who suffer with epilepsy. Research is still in the beginning phases. The American Epilepsy Society stated that cannabidiol research offers us hope for those with seizure disorders.
Pain Relief
The effects of CBD on our brain’s receptors also aid in pain management. Studies have presented that cannabis offers benefits when taken after a chemotherapy treatment. Other possible clinical studies in the beginning focus on the management of chronic pain, muscle pain, arthritis and spinal cord injuries.
Acne & Inflammation
CBD and the effects it can have on our receptors of our immune system may help with inflammation in our bodies, which could in turn help manage acne. A study presented by the Journal of Clinical Investigation found that CBD oil stopped activity in our sebaceous glands. These glands can be responsible for sebum, an oily substance that aids in hydrating our skin. An increase in sebum on our skin can lead to acne prone skin.
Insomnia
Helps with falling asleep and staying asleep.