Studies show that CBD can improve how your metabolism uses insulin and glucose. Furthermore, it may encourage brown adipose tissue to burn energy instead of store it as energy reserves.
CBD can be taken in numerous ways: capsules, sublingual tincture/oil/spray application or topical cream/lotion applications are all possible methods for ingestion.
Anti-Inflammatory Properties
CBD’s anti-inflammatory effects stem from its ability to prevent oxidative conditions. CBD was shown to significantly decrease oxidative stress levels in both renal nephropathy models of mice treated with cisplatin and human coronary endothelial cells [23, 24]. Furthermore, CBD directly decreases blood levels of oxidant through inhibition of xanthine oxidase and NADPH oxidase activities, thus preventing superoxide radical production; in turn it also increased expression and activity of antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase [25,26].
CBD activates A2A receptors, G-protein coupled receptors that modulate immune response to inflammation. This stops proinflammatory cytokines such as TNF-a and VCAM-1 from being taken up by human lung fibroblasts.
Finding quality CBD products requires selecting items made with ingredients sourced domestically, manufactured under pharmaceutical or dietary supplement standards and tested by an independent lab. Furthermore, choosing products without THC may interfere with other medications prescribed to you.
Anxiety & Mood Disorders
CBD has quickly become a go-to treatment for anxiety and mood disorders, thanks to its ease of access, affordability and potential efficacy over prescription medications. More research needs to be conducted before moving forward with taking CBD as it could interact with medications you already take and alter their effectiveness. But please consult your physician first as any new supplement you take could have side effects and alter their efficacy significantly.
CBD can soothe the central nervous system, relieving anxiety and mood symptoms. It may help improve sleep quality and facilitate recovery when dealing with depression or anxiety; plus it can treat pain by decreasing inflammation.
CBD works by altering how your brain processes serotonin, an important mood-altering chemical found in your body. CBD is safe and has few side effects; however, before trying self-treatment using it it would be wise to consult your physician first as many use CBD unknowingly to manage anxiety and depression without informing their physicians of such use. A recent survey discovered that many people use CBD without telling their healthcare provider.
Inflammation & Metabolic Processes
CBD is considered a “promiscuous” compound by pharmacologists, meaning that it affects more than one process in the body at once and therefore could treat multiple health issues at once.
Researchers found in a lab experiment that CBD can prevent the production of proinflammatory compounds by blocking TNF receptor activity, and reduce levels of oxidative stress and inflammation by stopping formation of pro-inflammatory molecules like ROS and NO.
CBD reduces oxidative conditions by binding to VDAC1 and increasing Ca2+ entry into mitochondria. When levels of cytosolic Ca2+ rise above their optimal range, they trigger a series of events leading to opening of mitochondrial permeability transition pore and ultimately cell death; CBD prevents this by improving organic cation transporters such as PoPo3.
Pain Relief
CBD acts as both an anti-inflammatory and analgesic, providing relief from arthritis and fibromyalgia pain, as well as helping control neuropathic pain from diabetes or HIV, or muscle spasms associated with multiple sclerosis.
CBD may offer relief for chronic pain and anxiety sufferers who do not wish to use prescription opioids; however, as scientific proof for many of its alleged benefits is limited, you should consult your physician first before making a decision and always follow label directions when taking supplements like CBD.
CBD products come in various forms – capsules and tinctures taken orally as well as topical creams used topically – such as capsules or tinctures you ingest or topical creams applied directly onto areas of pain. Look for products certified by NSF International that have undergone quality and safety tests; when purchasing, be sure to buy only those made from US-grown ingredients, free of pesticides and heavy metals.
