Effectiveness Of Topical CBD
CBD oil has become more popular in recently due to its perceived ability to relieve pain, stress, and anxiety without causing drowsiness or other side effects associated with prescription medications. Some people apply topical CBD oil to the skin to relieve joint or muscle pain caused by arthritis or other conditions.
But what is CBD, and what are topical CBD's benefits? This article will review current information on CBD, its benefits, and its uses.
What is CBD?
CBD is a naturally occuring chemical compound that comes from both hemp and marijuana plants. It's one of over 100 compounds called cannabinoids, also found in the human body. The human body produces its cannabinoids naturally and uses them as signaling molecules to regulate various physiological processes.
Cannabinoids interact with the body's endocannabinoid system (ECS), which is located throughout your nervous system and plays a role in managing hunger, learning, and memory. The ECS consists of two receptors: CB1 receptors are found primarily in the brain and central nervous system. Whereas, CB2 receptors are found on cells throughout your body, including those associated with immune function.
How is Cannabidiol different from hemp, marijuana, and cannabis?
While CBD shares some of its properties with THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the most prominent psychoactive component of marijuana, Cannabidiol is not psychoactive and does not produce a "high" when consumed. Hemp is legal in 47 of the 50 states because it can be grown for food, paper, and textiles without being bred to have high levels of THC.
In short, Cannabidiol is extracted from industrial hemp plants; marijuana contains high levels of both CBD and THC; cannabis has low levels of CBD, but high levels of THC. Under federal law, cannabis containing no more than 0.3 percent THC by dry weight qualifies as industrial hemp.
How can CBD be taken?
To understand how CBD topical works, it's helpful to know how it can be taken. The most common way is through oral ingestion, where a capsule or tincture containing CBD oil is swallowed. This method of consumption has been seen as effective for helping people with certain medical conditions such as pain and inflammation. Although further research is needed to prove CBD's benefits.
Another popular delivery method for CBD is a sublingual application (placing a drop under your tongue) and letting it absorb into your bloodstream via mucous in the mouth. Studies have shown that this intake increases bioavailability compared to swallowing capsules or tinctures.
Finally, there's topical application. Though it is the least common method of taking CBD, it is still an option. If you're looking for something quick-acting and easy on the stomach (or don't want to go through the hassle of making your tincture). Topical products are commonly used on joints or muscles where there's pain; they come in lotions or sprays containing drops.
What are CBD ointments, and what are they effective in treating?
CBD ointments are a type of topical CBD product. They treat inflammation, pain, and skin conditions like psoriasis, acne, and eczema.
In a limited trial involving psoriasis patients, CBD ointment effectively reduced symptoms associated with the disease. It has even shown promise in improving the quality of life and decreases feelings of stress.
CBD ointments are also effective in treating eczema; however, there is not enough evidence for treating acne.
The evidence for Cannabidiol health benefits
CBD has been used to treat nausea and vomiting, and other severe health conditions. In 2018, researchers reported that CBD significantly reduced seizures in children with severe epilepsy called Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS).
In 2017, researchers reported that CBD might reduce pain due to inflammation without causing the "high" typically associated with marijuana use; however, more research is needed before this can be recommended as a treatment option for chronic pain.
Although studies on the effects of topical CBD are limited at this time, some evidence suggests these methods may have some benefits.
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Numerous health benefits have been reported and associated with CBD and it can be safely used by adults. There is growing evidence that it may help reduce pain, inflammation, and anxiety in some situations. The best way to take Cannabidiol is through an ointment because it allows for better absorption into the body and can be applied directly to the skin where needed. There are also other forms like oils or pills. Still, they may not work as well because they don't last as long or get absorbed into your bloodstream as quickly as applying something directly onto your skin would do. For more information on Medical Marijuana, visit us today and book an appointment.
