CBD might not be the first thing that springs to mind when you think about keeping healthy, but there are many surprising benefits.
The compound CBD is a derivative of a type of cannabis called hemp, which is industrially grown. CBD oil contains no THC - or tetrahydrocannabinol - the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis that gets you high, and it has wide ranging benefits.
It goes without saying that you should always check with your GP before taking CBD oil in case of any contraindications with your existing medication, but in most cases, CBD is well tolerated.
The benefits of CBD are finally becoming more mainstream with even the NHS offering cannibis-based medicine for patients meeting strict criteria.
There are some amazing benefits listed below that will change the way that you see CBD oil, and you can easily start using it as part of your usual health routine.
1. Calmness
You'll feel a lot calmer when you are using CBD oil because you can take it as a tincture for anxiety. Take the oil when you are feeling a headache coming on, or rub it on your temples. Alternatively, you can vape it at the end of the day to relax.
2. Weight Loss
You can boost your metabolism instantly (as described here,) and because the product fights inflammation (which contributes to bloating) it can help you to feel better in a short period of time. Use CBD to boost your metabolism, ideally on a daily basis because that makes a big difference in your weight loss journey.
3. Energy
Many people taking CBD oil find their energy increases; which means increased productivity, both at home and at work. This energy boost can make a huge difference to the lunchtime lull and early evening crash many of us encounter.
4. Pain
You can manage pain pretty easily (as explained in a recent Harvard University article) with CBD and there are many different ways to take it for pain relief, such as drops of oil under the tongue, on your skin as a lotion and even in gummy bears! CBD is often more effective than the pain medication that you would normally take. Plus, because it has a relaxing effect, it helps relieve muscle tension and pain from headaches etc.
5. PMS Symptoms & Pain
Some women take CBD oil to reduce menstrual cramps and PMS, as explained further on Medium.com, and is ideal for women who are fed up with taking synthetic pain medication on a regular basis. Plus, CBD oil helps with the inflammation which makes those monthly cramps feel so much worse.
6. Anxiety
Research has shown some really positive results on the use of CBD for both anxiety and other mental health conditions, as further illustrated here:
A 2015 analysis of previous studies concluded that CBD oil is a promising treatment for numerous forms of anxiety, including social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Medical News Today
7. Skin
Many people using CBD on a regular basis have reported they have clearer skin. This is reflected in both people taking CDB oil orally and topically.
In summary, CBD is definitely worth exploring to improve your health and that of your family, but check with your GP first and ALWAYS buy from a reputable source to ensure purity. Check the reviews; a good company will have reviews on Trust Pilot or Feefo, along with lots of great customer testimonials. You could even message people who have left a Facebook review to ask about their experience to give some extra reassurance.
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