Erasing the Stigma and Confusion Regarding CBD.

There is a lot of confusion and stigma around CBD. While the plant and its products are extremely popular, there's still a lot of misinformation floating around about what CBD actually does and how it works in the body. Unraveling some common myths about CBD by providing some knowledgeable information about what it is and what ailments it may help alleviate.

What is CBD?

CBD is a compound found in the hemp plant, which is known for its medicinal benefits. Unlike THC, CBD is not psychoactive and has no intoxicating effects. It also doesn't cause a "high" or any side effects associated with marijuana use. This makes it a safer alternative to pharmaceutical drugs that are often prescribed for pain management, anxiety, insomnia and more.

CBD is a non-psychoactive component of cannabis.  It is legal in all 50 states and does not have addictive properties. It is not considered a controlled substance, but it does require 3rd party lab testing for purity, safety and consistency.  CBD supplements are available in many forms such as oil tinctur, salves or creams and edibles, such as gummies.  

What ailments does CBD help with?

• Anxiety relief

The therapeutic value of CBD is becoming more and more apparent. It is being used to treat anxiety, autoimmune disorders, depression, PTSD and other mood disorders. One type of anxiety that CBD may be especially helpful for is social anxiety disorder. Social anxiety disorder is characterized by intense fear or dread in everyday situations such as public speaking or eating/drinking in front of others. People with this condition may have panic attacks triggered by these situations.

• Anti-inflammatory properties

Inflammation is when your body responds defensively to something perceived as harmful by activating its immune system. Inflammation is often associated with pain but can also occur due to other factors such as injury or infection, allergies, autoimmune diseases, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and many other ailments.  CBD has anti-inflammatory properties and helps to relieve the discomfort associated with inflammation.

• Helps with insomnia

CBD is a natural sleep aid that helps promote restful sleep.  It is non-addictive, non-habit forming, and not associated with the side effects of other sedatives and hypnotics.

The CBD oil has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, which can affect your ability to fall asleep at night. If you suffer from pain while sleeping or wake up in the morning with a sore neck and shoulders, CBD can help with that as well.

• Helps with chronic pain

Chronic pain is a serious health issue that affects many people. The National Institute of Health estimates that more than 100 million Americans have chronic pain, and it can be caused by many things, including surgery, injury or illness.

Chronic pain can be treated with CBD hemp oil products. CBD is one of many cannabinoids in the hemp plant that helps induce restful sleep and alleviate other symptoms associated with chronic pain conditions.

• Relief for nausea and vomiting

Cannabis has been used for centuries to treat nausea and vomiting. It is a safe and effective alternative to prescription drugs, which have many side effects. CBD is also a good option for people who are who need an alternative because they cannot tolerate pharmaceutical drug treatments.

• Reduces acne breaks and outbreaks

In recent years, the endocannabinoid system (ECS), a network of receptors and endogenous cannabinoids in the body, has been shown to be involved in the regulation of all your major bodily systems, including skin health. CBD is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties that can help reduce acne breakouts, lesions and severity of skin issues.

There is no doubt that CBD has proven to be an effective natural remedy for many health issues. It does not get you high, is legal in all 50 states and helps with many everyday health issues.  More research needs to be conducted as the discovery of other ailments being treated with CBD shows promise.  CBD is a natural healing alternative to help with everyday ailments like sleep disorders, anxiety issues, chronic pain and inflammation.