Alternative medicine is gaining popularity and authentication throughout the world for its therapeutic value. There are fewer side effects of these medicines as compared to pharmaceutical drugs. Today, we are discussing a very popular alternative medicine called CBD oil and its benefits. Cannabidiol oil, commonly known as CBD oil, is one chemical found in the cannabis plant and has unique anti-inflammatory properties. CBD oil also provides pain relief, has scientifically proven benefits against anxiety, cancer, diabetes, and neurological disorders. Patients gain these benefits without the side effects of pharmaceutical drugs. It also does not change a person’s state of mind as marijuana does.

It is to be noted that though the source of CBD oil is also the originating plant of marijuana, its working and functionality is entirely different. Marijuana is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. CBC doesn’t alter the endocannabinoid system (ECS). Instead, it inhibits or activates other compounds in ECS to produce the effects beneficial in many ailments.

It has many positive effects and people have consistently experienced it. The most common and most effective uses and benefits found so far, are listed here.

1.     CBD Oil for Pain Relief

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) in the human body regularizes immune functions. ECS also helps other functions like sleep, appetite and pain responses. The endocannabinoids interact with cannabidiol in CBD to help reduce pain and alleviate inflammation in the body. CBD oil is effective in pain management of several types of pain and inflammation like;

1. Surgical Incision Pain
2. Arthritis
3. Muscular Pain

2. Benefits of CBD Oil for Anxiety Relief

Anxiety and depression are mental disorders. The number of people suffering from anxiety and depression is on the continuous rise worldwide. According to WHO, depression is the number one contributor to the disability worldwide while anxiety is on the number sixth. Serotonin is a chemical in the brain responsible for managing happiness, mood swings, and anxiety. Over-activity of serotonin can cause depression and anxiety.

CBD oil changes the way the human brain responds to serotonin. It helps people to calm down and handle the situation well. The effects of this oil include a reduction in;

1. Stress
2. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
3. Insomnia
4. Physical effects of anxiety such as increased heart rate, difficulty breathing, and agitation.

3.Benefits for Cancer Treatment

British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology has found that the use of CBD oil can help cancer management. It can reduce the side effects of cancer treatment as well. CBD oil helps to prevent the growth of cancer cells and has anti-tumor effects. It is also very effective in the reduction of side effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients. Cancer patients experienced a considerable reduction in side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and pain.

4. CBD Oil for Acne Treatment

Sebum is an oily secretion of sebaceous glands in the skin for hydration. Though sebum is beneficial for skin, however, excessive sebum production results in acne.

CBD oil helps reduce sebum production that is mainly responsible for acne. Reduced sebum production and anti-inflammatory properties make a very effective combination for anti-acne treatment.

5. Neurological Benefits of CBD Oil

Researchers believe CBD oil has many neurological benefits because of its positive effects on the endocannabinoid system. It has positive results for the reduction of symptoms in various neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, and stroke.

The inflammation of brain parts causes neurological symptoms.  Anti-inflammatory properties of CBD oil reduce symptoms of neurological disorders. It is also potentially beneficial in neurodegenerative disorders in which the brain cells deteriorate.

Research shows that it is beneficial for the conditions associated with some neurological disorders such as tremors, insomnia, and psychosis. Tremors are uncontrolled muscle movements of body parts, such as hands or eyes. While psychosis includes hallucinations and delusions. It deals effectively with Insomnia and helps in achieving a peaceful and relaxing sleep.

6.  CBD Oil for Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease in which excess glucose circulates in the blood and causes many symptoms in the body. Researchers have studied the effects and benefits of CBD oil on diabetes. According to this research conducted on mice, the use of this oil in diabetes proved very beneficial. It increased the production of insulin, reduced high glucose levels and reduced bad fat or cholesterol. This is so far proved on mice, though.

7.  Heart health

The anti-inflammatory properties of CBD oil are also beneficial for the prevention of heart disease, and for the management of its related conditions. It has been proved to lower the high blood pressure that is a major contributor to heart attacks. When a patient is subjected to stress, Blood pressure spike is usually experienced. A dose of cannabidiol manages this spike well, and blood pressure doesn’t go out of the range. A popular belief is that the neurological benefits of CBD oil are responsible for managed blood pressure.

A related condition to heart disease is a stroke. Heart problems increase the risk of stroke. A clot of blood blocks the flow of blood to the brain and thus causes a stroke. Brain hemorrhage that is bursting of a blood vessel may also occur. It can increase cerebral blood flow during the stroke and saves the patient from brain damage.

The human system tolerates the CBD oil very well. However, there are still some potential reactions in some people. Using CBD oil may cause diarrhea, fatigue, change of appetite and weight, drowsiness and even sleepiness. Therefore, people should drive or operate machinery carefully right after the use of CBD oil.

It also interacts with several medicines. Therefore, always discuss with your medical practitioner before starting the use of CBD oil. You would want to rule out the possible interaction with the medicine you are already taking.

In summary, this alternative medicine CBD oil is very effective and deserves a chance in treating many ailments like anxiety, cancer, diabetes, insomnia, neurological disorders, and acne.