About CBD (cannabidiol), everything and its opposite is said. Especially regarding the effects of this active cannabis compound on the body. Because, unlike THC, CBD does not alter the consumer’s state of consciousness. It acts directly on receptors linked to pain, distress, and anxiety (which partly explains why it is legal in France). It could even be used to treat serious conditions. Here are six examples of the positive effects of CBD !
CBD counteracts the effects of THC
Not only does CBD have no psychoactive effects (it does not get consumers “high”). But it can even counteract the psychotropic properties of THC. Particularly those linked to anxiety. Indeed, excessive consumption of THC can generate negative effects (what would be called a “bad trip”). Going as far as panic and paranoia. However, the sedative attributes of CBD act on the effects caused by THC, particularly anxiety attacks and an accelerated heart rate. It is therefore an excellent relaxation product.
CBD helps relieve pain
If cannabidiol is increasingly used in a therapeutic context, because it acts on pain and inflammation. This cannabinoid binds to certain specific receptors in the body (CB1 and CB2) and optimizes the nervous system’s natural response to pain. Its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties help millions of patients suffering from chronic inflammatory diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, fibromyalgia…). To alleviate their suffering under excellent conditions. For English speakers, this study is a wealth of information on the subject.
The positive effects of CBD are felt in cases of anxiety and depression
More effective than antidepressants, CBD?
While it is difficult to be so categorical. One must acknowledge that the effects of CBD go beyond simple physiology to tackle psychological disorders. Thanks to its anxiolytic properties, CBD tends to regulate consumers’ mood and act on anxiety attacks. Symptoms of anxiety and all manifestations related, directly or indirectly, to depression. Some studies go even further. Cannabidiol could be used as a substitute for antipsychotics (neuroleptics) to combat schizophrenia.
CBD’s effects extend to many other diseases
Other conditions, from the milder ones (acne) to the more serious ones (multiple sclerosis) could be treated through therapeutic use of CBD. In cream form, it is already used to limit the effects ofacne, having sebostaticproperties. With the THC, the CBD is also one of the active ingredients in a drug prescribed to multiple sclerosis patients (Sativex). That’s not all: CBD extends its positive effects to other symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, and chronic inflammation of the intestine and colon, epilepsy, and diabetes.
CBD helps fight addictions
Large amounts of cannabis are needed CBD to produce the same effects as THC. Which explains why heavy cannabis users (seeking its psychoactive properties) cannot use it as a substitute. However, CBD is still endorsed by addiction medicine physicians in the context of withdrawal from THC. And it would also be highly effective for smoking cessation or to combat dependence on certain drugs derived from opiates.
CBD could help treat serious diseases
The positive effects of CBD do not stop there. Studies are underway to determine the benefits of this molecule in the fight against more serious conditions. Such as certain types of cancers. Research conducted on the subject tends to show that the anti-angiogenesis action of CBD inhibits tumor development. (and the proliferation of cancer cells in the body). Furthermore, the euphoric effects of CBD attenuate pain and nausea in patients undergoing chemotherapy. These benefits have been known for a long time, but significant research work remains to be done to confirm them. Note that the concentrations needed to achieve such results are much higher than the average CBD found in over-the-counter products (between 1 and 4%).
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