If you consume cannabis, you’ve probably seen the words CBD before. Many know of the medicinal benefits of CBD but, typically, that’s the extent of it. CBD, which stands for cannabidiol; one of the many compounds found in the cannabis plant, is actually so much more.
When people hear medicinal however, most assume it’s something that don’t need. Quite contrary, CBD holds many benefits for both recreational and medicinal users.
The options for cannabidiols uses are endless but, for many, they avoid the compound out of confusion. If you have no intense pain or other medical concerns, do I really need to use CBD?
The answer is a definite yes.
You can read all about the common medicinal uses for CBD but, there are many other ways to incorporate the compound into a more holistic life.
Entourage Effect
Though it goes back to consuming, one of the first ways to use CBD is by understanding the Entourage Effect. Those compounds I brought up before are referred to as cannabinoids. They all help with specific issues in the body and in the mind. Much like Terpenes, they can have a specific smell and function and interact differently with one another. The combination of cannabinoids and terpenes helps tackle even the most intense aliments simply because the plant works better together. If you come across a strain, edible, or vape that is high in CBD as well as THC, you may actually get a strong and longer lasting effect.
Headaches
One of the easiest ways to use CBD is in place of typical headache/pain medications, like Aspirin or Ibuprofen. Cannabidiol decreases inflammation as it communicates with the CB1 and CB2 receptors in the body; this can help with the tensions as well as body pains. CBD has no harmful effect on the body, unlike many acetylsalicylic medications that can wear on the lining of the stomach among other things. CBD comes in a variety of forms that work for this, also depending on your comfort.
Immunity Booster
As well as in place of over the counter drugs, CBD is a great supplement. Cannabidiol helps fight off dangerous cells in the body and central nervous system. It’s also great as an antioxidant, for anti-inflammation, relieves nausea, and promotes cardiovascular health. This makes it great as a daily immunity booster for some. Too much CBD does relax the body, therefore, remember to limit our doses to avoid growing lethargic throughout the day.
Psoriasis/Skin Concerns
CBD is an anti-inflammatory powerhouse. It works just as well inside the body as well as out; just ask Rick Simpson. Psoriasis, in particular, causes inflammation in epidermal blood vessels which result in pain, swelling, and localized skin irritation. Though research is limited, CBD infused topicals have been bridging a gap for those with skin concerns and cannabis. At the moment, there’s a plethora of conventional treatment methods out there. Patients have historically been wary of these options due to their ineffectiveness, their prohibitive costs, and/or their potentially dangerous side effects. CBD has no side effects, is highly effective with inflammation, and with the growing popularity is becoming more available.
Withdrawal/Cravings
This one is more known but not used as often as it should be. For example, opioid withdrawals can include muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea, nausea, uncontrollable leg movements, cravings, and cold flashes. Most of these things are what cannabidiol address within the body. The cravings that come along with withdrawals as well as alcohol consumption can be combated with CBD instead of more harmful prescription drugs with dangerous side effects.
These are only a few ways you can introduce CBD into a more green lifestyle. Cannabidiol is only one of the 60 compounds found in cannabis and its popularity is growing; it’s more likely to see more products aimed at a more medicated lifestyle coming along with that popularity. Are there any other ways you have used CBD in your everyday life? This is actually one of the best ways to introduce cannabis to friends that may still have the Reefer Madness stigma around it. With all of CBD’s positive and lack of side effects and head high, it’s great for those who may fear that.
Introduced CBD to your friends and educate them on the benefits. Even if they don’t use it, the education alone can help someone else.
