MAY RELIEVE PAIN
Cannabis has been used to treat pain since 2900 B.C, with use originating in Chinese medicine. Researchers believe that components like CBD may be responsible for these effects.
Studies show that CBD may help reduce chronic pain by targeting endocannabinoid receptor activity, reducing inflammation, and interacting with neurotransmitters. Preclinical evidence also suggests that it may be effective rheumatic diseases like fibromyalgia.
COULD REDUCE MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS
CBD has shown promise as a treatment for some mental health disorders leading many people who live with these conditions to become interested in this natural treatment approach.
A 2020 literature review on CBD and mood disorders found that multiple studies suggest CBD has properties that may help reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and even psychosis.
MAY ALLEVIATE CERTAIN CANCER-RELATED SYMPTOMS
CBD may help reduce some cancer-related symptoms and side effects related to cancer treatment, such as nausea, vomiting, and pain, according to research published in 2022.
MAY HAVE NEUROPROTECTIVE PROPERTIES
CBD may provide benefits for those with neurological disorders. There’s also some limited evidence that CBD may also be effective in improving the symptoms of other neurological conditions, such as: Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), motor disorders like cerebral palsy.
MAY BENEFIT HEART HEALTH
Research indicates that CBD may be beneficia for people with high blood pressure because it can influence the contractions of the heart muscle and help widen blood vessels.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT SLEEP
CBD might help improve sleep in people with certain sleep disorders, though more research is needed.