A Look at the Potential Health Benefits of CBD

FREMONT, CA: Cannabis contains over 120 compounds known as cannabinoids, with CBD and THC being the most extensively studied. THC is responsible for the psychoactive "high" commonly associated with cannabis use. At the same time, CBD is a non-intoxicating, non-euphoric cannabinoid frequently found in oils, edibles, beverages, and various medicinal products. 

While researchers are still attempting to determine how well CBD can be utilized for medical purposes, there have already been several promising findings.

Significant ways in which CBD has been proven to improve health

Taking care of anxiety disorders: Anxiety is perhaps the most common ailment for which people have used CBD, and a preclinical study found that CBD could help treat generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. 

Reducing blood pressure: CBD reduces the blood pressure of human volunteers. It lowers both their resting and post-stress blood pressure, which includes mental arithmetic, isometric exercise, and the cold pressure test.

Preventing relapses in alcohol and drug addiction: A study found that CBD can aid those suffering from drug and alcohol addiction. Preclinical research with lab rats found that CBD reduced stress-induced cravings, anxiety, and impulsive behavior, all of which frequently lead to relapse.

Taking care of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions:  A recent study discovered that CBD and other non-psychoactive cannabinoids can successfully prevent and treat gastrointestinal illnesses such as IBS, IBD, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and others. CBD's anti-inflammatory qualities are crucial for alleviating and avoiding symptoms.

Combating cancer: Besides being used to reduce the side effects of chemotherapy, research has shown that CBD has various anti-cancer properties that can help treat tumors, prevent many cancers, and strengthen the immune system. It can also inhibit cell growth and cause cell death in cervical cancer cell lines. 

Preventing seizures: Decades of research have been conducted on using CBD to cure epilepsy and other seizure syndromes, and a recent study discovered that it can help mitigate symptoms and seizure frequency.