Cannabidiol (CBD) is a naturally occurring compound and one of the fastest growing health supplements in the world since it imparts a feeling of relaxation and calm. It is safe and non-addictive substance, unlike its cousin, (THC), short for delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol which is the major active ingredient in marijuana. Yes, you heard it right; it’s safe and that has been approved by WHO itself.

According to one of the reports from the World Health Organization, “In humans, CBD exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential…. Till date, there is no evidence of public health related problems associated with the use of CBD.”

Now let’s quickly dive into some aspects of CBD oil.

 

Benefits of CBD Oil

CBD is extracted from the flowers and buds of the hemp plant and then pressed into oil and is popular to treat, number of health issues in states where medicinal marijuana has now been legalized.

What are the health benefits of CBD?

 

Can Relieve Pain

CBD tends to interact with range of proteins in the central nervous system, including components of the (ECS), like the CB1 receptors in the central nervous system and brain, as well as the CB2 cannabinoid receptors found in the immune system. It has been found that CBD tends to target alpha-3 glycine receptors to reduce inflammation and suppress chronic pain.

 

Anxiety

According to a report of 2017, anxiety disorder affects 284 million people in world.  CBD shows promise in the treatment of anxiety disorders. In many cases, CBD works as an agonist, which means it triggers an opposite response while binding to a receptor. It could be the case that low doses can evoke positive response, while high doses can “overwhelm” the brain and trigger effect to “fight” CBD’s effects.

 

Heart Health

CBD oil may reduce the risk of heart disease by increasing hypertension (high blood pressure) in certain people, suggested by a study in 2017.

For this, an experiment was conducted that showed, those treated with CBD had lower blood pressure before and after exposure to stressful environment (including exercise or extreme cold).

 

Reduce Inflammation

The effects of CBD on receptors in the immune system helps to reduce overall inflammation in the body. It has an anti-inflammatory effect due to the reason that Cannabinoids engage with the Endocannabinoid system present in most organs throughout the body, inflammation is reduced systematically. The therapeutic potential of CBD is impressively wide-ranging since inflammation is involved in many diseases

 

Side Effects of CBD Oil

Dryness of the Mouth

Many have encountered dryness in mouth which is typical of all cannabis products, whether derived from hemp or marijuana. It can easily deal by consuming plenty of fluids before, during, and after taking CBD oil.

 

Dizziness

Lower dosage of CBD can improve focus and has an uplifting effect on mood.  On the other hand Higher doses can induce drowsiness.

Change in Mood or Appetite

CBD can massively affect mood and appetite in some patients which is a usual after effect of anxiety treatment also. Nonetheless, CBD can also increase appetite when consumed in right amounts.

Lower Blood Pressure

CBD acts as a blood thinner, meaning it possibly lowers blood pressure. Therefore, persons undergoing surgery should avoid using CBD oil or products for a week to prevent any aftereffects for the same.

Looking into its health benefits and side effects, it would help you the next time you think of buying CBD oil for you or your family.