Cannabidiol (or CBD as most people commonly know it) is one of the many chemical compounds of the cannabis plant. CBD is the reason people are changing their perspective on marijuana use in the medical industry. Here’s all you need to know all about using CBD.

CBD vs THC

Marijuana is traditionally known for getting people high’. ThisIs because of a chemical compound which is known as THC which has psychoactive effects. THC and CBD are the highest chemical compound components of the cannabis plant. Unlike THC, CBD does not have psychoactive effects. In fact, CBD has great medical benefits. It is for this reason that some people are growing cannabis plant with high CBD concentration with minimal THC.

CBD Benefits

CBD has a wide range of medical benefits. It helps with pain relief. It does this by binding the ES receptors of your body, therefore, giving you therapeutic effects. Since the ES receptors are highly concentrated on the nervous system, this binding reduces pain as well as inflammation.

When CBD is administered in high doses to an epileptic person, it helps in treating this condition which induces seizures. It also helps in reducing unnecessary psycho-activity such as paranoia, anxiety, panic disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), etc.

Other medical benefits of CBD are, it fights cancer, improves appetite, promotes heart health, promotes healthy weight, and treats diabetes, osteoporosis, motor disorders, nicotine addiction, and lupus.

Types of CBD

There are a number of options as to the form in which you can purchase CBD oil.

CBD Capsules

Capsules offer the highest CBD concentration in the market. Each capsule has an average of 25mg for each serving. However, it does not act as fast as inhalation since it takes an average of 2.5 hours to peak. This means that with capsules, you need planning.

CBD Sprays

This is one of the most popular CBD products. This is because it acts within a second of inhalation making it give instant results. Oral CBD absorption through spray is up to 90% effective. Thus your body utilizes CBD benefits fully. Oral absorption ensures that CBD nutrients go directly into the bloodstream.

Some CBD sprays have extra important ingredients such as GABA, valerian root, and melatonin.

CBD Topicals

CBD in topical form is highly effective in treating local pain and skin-related diseases through direct application over the affected area. CBD topical is available in the form of balms and salves. They can be used in anti-aging and acne creams, and pain-relief balms.

CBD Side Effects

CBD has little known major side effects. However, it may result in diarrhea, tiredness and some change in weight and appetite. It may as well interact with some medicines. Thus you should avoid taking other drugs when using CBD unless you consult your doctor first.

The benefits of CBD are proving to be a natural solution to some major health issues. CBD is likely to bring a revolution in the medical industry since it helps patients get the benefits of marijuana without having to experience the psychoactive effects.