Top Benefits of CBD Oil

When looking for pain relief, many people have made the switch to CBD oil products due to them being completely natural products. Instead of using over-the-counter pain relief which contains man-made chemicals, they get the beneficial relief of natural CBD chemicals instead. CBD is a cannabinoid extract of Cannabis indica or Cannabis sativa plants. These same plants are used for the production of marijuana when dried. CBD products, however, generally do not contain the THC compound found in marijuana that gives a psychoactive effect.

So what is CBD oil exactly? Most CBD oil products are mixed with inert carrier oils such as hemp seed oil or coconut oil. This method turns the CBD oil into a CBD tincture. CBD products can be sold in a variety of concentrations and flavors. As well as tinctures, there are also a variety of other CBD products one can purchase, such as CBD gummies, CBD capsules, and CBD sprays that can go under the tongue.

 

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What Benefits Does CBD Have?

So what is CBD oil good for? The reasoning behind CBD and its effects is still unclear. There are many ongoing studies concerning Cannabis and the compounds within it for health benefits. Many of these studies are coming out of reputable hospitals and colleges around the country.

For the most part, it is known that CBD can help patients with some of the following conditions:

  • Acne
  • Anorexia
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Drug Addictions (and Withdrawal)
  • Epilepsy
  • Glaucoma
  • High blood pressure
  • IBS/IBD/Crohn's disease
  • Insomnia
  • Muscle spasms
  • Parkinson's Disease

 

CBD is believed to influence opioid receptors that can help the body regulate pain, as well as the glycine receptors which are involved in the "feel-good" hormone regulation and neurotransmitter serotonin. CBD tends to have a low affinity for the body's cannabinoid receptors in the brain.

As the popularity of using CBD for pain and other medical conditions increases, so does the interest in researching the benefits of how to use CBD oil.

 

Does CBD Have Side Effects?

For the most part, CBD use does not have many side effects. CBD products do have a very small risk of triggering side effects. The severity and type of side effects vary from person to person.

Common side effects can include:

  • Anxiety
  • Appetite changes
  • Mood changes
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Vomiting

 

While not proven, there is also a slight chance the use of CBD oil for pain relief can increase liver enzymes. This is a marker of liver inflammation. Anyone with liver disease should be cautious when using CBD products regularly. It's often a good idea to be under the care of a doctor who can check your blood liver enzyme levels regularly.

It's often best to talk to a doctor before starting the use of any product, especially those containing cannabidiol. A healthcare provider can ensure it's the right option for you to try pure CBD oil or other CBD products. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding it is highly recommended to avoid the use of any CBD products. It's still unclear what effects CBD can have when passing through the placental barrier or via breastfeeding.

 

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How to Buy and Use CBD Products

When looking for the best CBD oil for pain relief, it's often a good idea to check out the product's reviews before purchasing anything. You may find that a full spectrum CBD oil may have better reviews for the type of condition you have than CBD gummies would. There are many different companies out there with their own product lines for each type of CBD product. Finding the best CBD oil tincture that fits your needs may take some trial and error but will be worth it.

Using pure CBD oil products depends mostly on the dosage or strength you need. Most products range between 500 mg and 3,000 mg per 30 ml bottle. This can make figuring out dosages a little tricky since most dosages should be around the 5 to 25 mg range per daily dose. The is no "correct" dose to take when it comes to CBD oil. Individuals vary from person to person and can require more or less depending on their medical conditions. Some information can be found here about studies on dosages for CBD.

When calculating your dosage, it's best to remember each drop of oil equals 0.05 ml of fluid. A 30 ml bottle of CBD oil would roughly contain 600 drops. If the tincture concentration is 1,500 mg, there would be 2.5 mg of CBD per drop. While that is a lot of math to take in, it's easy to do by simply dividing the concentration by the number of drops (600 per 30 ml bottle).

If you are using CBD oil, place a drop or two under your tongue and hold it there for 30 seconds to a full minute without swallowing. This will allow the oil to be absorbed under the tongue. Gummies and capsules are a lot easier to dose but can also be more costly. There are also sublingual sprays available.

 

Closing Statements

There are a lot of companies out on the web that offers a variety of CBD products and CBD oil for sale to choose from. Always check for reviews and ratings when checking out any type of CBD product to buy. Check for the amount of liquid the bottle can hold if you are going to buy CBD oil or tinctures. They can range from 30 ml (the most common) up to 120 ml, depending on the manufacturer. When you buy CBD tinctures it's a good idea to remember their strengths as well. The higher the strength may not always mean a better result.

Take your time and research CBD and its uses. Like any medication, talk to your doctor about its benefits, side effects, and whether it will be a good idea or not for you to try it. In the long run, CBD products are natural and have little chance of side effects and addiction, like most narcotics and pain relief medications have.

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