How CBD can help with your wellness goals
What health issues can CBD help with?
On the whole, cannabis is a profoundly magical plant! Emerging research continues to show promising and significant healing properties of cannabinoids – with few known risks.
CBD in particular has been reported* to help with a wide array of physical and mental health issues (listed below); some that are traditionally treated with prescription medication, and thereby fraught with their own issues, side effects, and often addictive nature. Rather, CBD has enabled many people to reduce their dependence on prescription drugs, opting for more natural relief instead.
CBD may ease or treat:
Depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, ADHD, and other mood disorders. CBD boosts and stabilizes our overall mood by improving serotonin responses in the brain. It also increases the production of an endocannabinoid (a compound we make in our own body) called anandamide – named after the Sanskrit word for “bliss” or “joy”.
Insomnia, restlessness, and other sleep disorders – helping you naturally fall asleep more quickly, and also sleep more soundly through the night. However, it is a misconception that CBD is a sedative. It can actually help increase alertness and focus during the day, and does not make most people feel overtly drowsy.
Chronic pain, inflammation, and joint pain, including that which accompanies arthritis and fibromyalgia.
Seizures and epilepsy. Charlotte’s Web is a famous high-CBD cannabis strain, named after the young girl that it was first documented to help. Charlotte had Dravet’s epilepsy, a very severe and debilitating form. CBD proved to be the only effective treatment at curbing the frequent seizures associated with the disease.
Nausea and appetite issues, making it especially effective for patients going through chemotherapy or similar treatments.
Nerve pain, such as that common with multiple sclerosis.
Muscle spasms or tightness. For example, to reduce tremors for patients with Parkinson’s disease. CBD can also ease discomfort associated with endometriosis, menstrual cramps, and TMJ or teeth-grinding.
Headaches, and for some, relief from migraines
Topical application of CBD (such as through a balm, lotion, or salve) may provide relief from localized pain, inflammation and skin issues such as acne, eczema or psoriasis.
Studies also reveal notable relationships between CBD and disease prevention, such as the prevention of cancer cell growth and neurodegeneration.
