CBD oil seems to be the cure for everything these days, with everyone from sleep-deprived mums and arthritis-suffering dads to anxious co-workers and epileptic friends using it for their ailments.
CBD (short for cannabidiol) is a cannabinoid that’s derived from cannabis – not to be confused with its cousin, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
It’s a naturally occurring substance that doesn’t have psychoactive properties. That means, when you take CBD oil topically or orally, you won’t get “high”.
What is CBD oil used for?
There’s still some controversy around cannabidiol products because of recreational marijuana use. However, there’s growing awareness about the possible health benefits of using CBD oil.
In fact, many people claim that CBD has helped them manage (if not treat) a host of mental and physical conditions.
Here we look at the top 5 reasons why people use CBD oil and why you should consider doing the same.
#1 Promote a good night’s sleep
Do you have trouble sleeping at night? Perhaps racing thoughts are causing you to lie awake in bed?
In the UK, almost 1 in 5 adults struggle to get to sleep every night, with the vast majority of insomniacs being female.
There are several things you can do to improve your quality and quantity of sleep – simple things like exercising daily, eating a healthy and balanced diet, drinking less caffeine in the afternoon and evening, and giving yourself time to unwind.
However, many people report that, placing a few drops of CBD oil beneath their tongue, and allowing 30-60 seconds for it to absorb into the bloodstream, helps them to wind down and sleep better.
#2 Help to calm your nerves
Whether you suffer from anxiety or you struggle to keep your cool during stressful situations, CBD oil can help to ease your worries. Consider it your daily dose of calm!
CBD mediates the neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a naturally occurring chemical in the brain that instructs neurons to slow down or stop firing. This essentially calms the nervous system, relaxes the muscles, induces sleep, and more importantly, reduces anxiety – allowing you to feel more zen.
Be sure to check out our Mindful CBD Oil, here at Peak Organics.
#3 Fight inflammation
CBD oil has anti-inflammatory properties, which is great for tackling workout-induced inflammation.
When we exercise, we put a lot of strain on our muscles, and when this happens, tiny cuts are created in the tissue. Though this helps to build muscle and strength, it can be mighty painful. And that’s why so many sportspeople take CBD products, like our Active CBD Oil, after an intensive workout to speed up the recovery process.
On top of this, CBD oil can be used to treat underlying chronic pain, typically associated with nerve pain.
#4 Improve skin conditions
Do you suffer from atopic dermatitis (eczema), psoriasis or acne? You might have tried every cream and lotion in the book, but have you ever considered using CBD oil to relieve your painful skin condition?
Sebum is an oily substance that the skin makes naturally. It helps to protect the skin from the elements we face daily. However, when it mixes with dead skin cells, dirt and other pollutants, it eventually becomes trapped in the pores – resulting in acne.
CBD allows the skin to maintain optimal moisturisation and is also believed to reduce itchiness and redness, thanks to its therapeutic properties.
There are plenty of topical CBD products on the market that can be applied directly to the affected area, not to mention CBD oils that can be taken orally.
#5 Alleviate the symptoms of epilepsy
Though more intensive research is required, and the only FDA-approved product is Epidiolex, CBD has the potential to mitigate seizures associated with severe epilepsy disorders, such as Dravet Syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.
Before you use CBD oil for epilepsy, you must consult your doctor to determine if/how the CBD will interact with your prescribed medications. Once you’ve got the green light from them, it’s advised you start slow and gradually increase your intake.
Could CBD oil benefit you?
Here at Peak Organics, we sell only the highest-quality CBD products in the UK – including CBD oils, patches, capsules, gummies, and vapes.
We can assure you that every one of our CBD oils is lab-tested twice, so is safe, THC legal and effective.
If you have any queries or questions regarding the CBD oil we stock, or you’d like an expert opinion on which product is best for your mental or physical health condition, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
You can either give us a call on 0333 043 9975 or send us a message and we’ll get back to you.