Greetings, dear readers! In this blog post, we’re diving into CBD. By now, you’ve most likely heard of CBD, especially if you have a chronic condition like pain or anxiety. You may even be curious if it could be beneficial to you. If you’re interested in learning more about CBD, its benefits, and what it can do for you, look no further! This article will guide you through everything you need to know, answer your questions, and clear up any misconceptions about CBD and its uses.
Q: What is CBD?
A: Cannabidiol (CBD) is an active compound found within cannabis. It is non-psychoactive, unlike the compound THC, which means CBD does induce a “high”.
Q: What does CBD do?
A: While the exact workings of CBD are not entirely clear, it’s believed to interact with cannabinoid receptors, which play a role in regulating essential functions like sleep, appetite, and mood. Additionally, there’s a suggestion that CBD may influence processes related to lowering cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Research has also shown that CBD can be helpful in the relief of both mental and physical pain. Furthermore, it has been found to help treat seizures and childhood epilepsy disorders.
Q: Can you get ‘high’ from CBD?
A: No. To understand why CBD does not get you high, some things need to be explained about your brain — specifically your brain receptors. Brain receptors act like light switches for your nervous system. When they are activated, they can turn bodily functions on or off. One brain receptor called cannabinoid 1 receptor when activated, causes the “high”. CBD does not activate these receptors directly so CBD can’t get you “high”.
Q: Are there any risks or side effects?
A: CBD can have many different effects on the human body and brain. Some known effects of CBD on the body:
– Relieves pain
– Decreases inflammation
– Reduces anxiety
– Heightened sleepiness
-Limits some types of seizures
Q: Is CBD considered a drug? Is it safe?
A: No, in 2018 the FDA removed CBD from the list of controlled substances. A World Health Organisation report on CBD confirmed that “CBD is generally well tolerated with a good safety profile. Reported adverse effects may be as a result of drug interactions between CBD and patients’ existing medications.”
Q: How much CBD should I take?
A: The preferred dosage of CBD varies from person to person; however, the maximum dose is 1500 mg a day. It is important to start with a low dose to discover how your body will respond to the CBD.