Before there was an urgent care clinic, there were the fruit trees, herbs, and spices. Natural remedies have become so very popular in recent years as a way to cure common ailments. One such natural remedy is cannabidiol. Cannabidiol, also known CBD, is popular for uses with many common illnesses, diseases, and conditions.
What is CBD?
CBD is a powerful and natural compound found in the cannabis (marijuana or hemp) plant. CBD is just 1 of over 100 cannabinoid compounds found within the cannabis plant, says the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Cannabinoid compounds attach to receptors through the body and brain.
Once CBD is extracted from the plant, it is diluted with a carrier oil, like olive or coconut oil. Since CBD have little to no delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol or THC—the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis that produces the high sensation—CBD oil is legal in many places. It can be easily acquired online or at specialty shops in the United States, Canada, and most of Europe.
How is it Used?
CBD oil has many remarkable and possible health benefits, according to Harvard Health. Supporters of CBD claim that CBD oil can improve an assortment of conditions, including chronic pain, depression, anxiety, cancer, and even substance abuse. CBD also has demonstrated anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor outcomes, suggesting it could successfully reduce the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.
Due to marijuana’s ongoing status as an illegal drug, human research is currently in its early stages. Studies on the effects of CBD are even more lacking. However, anecdotal claims have reported considerable relief with the use of CBD oil, specifically when other medications have failed to work.
Are There Side Effects?
CBD oil seemingly can do it all and is generally safe to use with very few side effects. Side effects may include tiredness, diarrhea, dry mouth, low blood pressure, lightheadedness, nausea (due to the carrier oil), and changes in appetite or weight.
Since there is always the potential of medication interaction when adding a new supplement to your lifestyle, speak with your doctor if you plan to use CBD oil together with any prescription medications.
Where Is CBD Oil Sold?
With the legalization and ready availability of CBD came an inflow of brands, some good quality, some not so good quality. You may not even know where to begin or who to trust when purchasing CBD products.
Several CBD oils and CBD-based products, including capsules and topical creams, can be purchased online or at natural health food stores, smoke shops, or CBD wellness shops. Check out this post I wrote about Bleu Organic in Biloxi, Mississippi.
