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CBD stands for cannabidiol, and it is one of the main active ingredients in cannabis. CBD has been known for a long time, first being discovered way back in 1940, though research into its effects has only just started taking place. In many places, the active ingredient within the cannabis plant, CBD, is legal while the cannabis plant itself still remains illegal. This varies based on where you are, and we’ll discuss more about CBD’s legal status in the UK and in the rest of Europe later on.

The scientific certainties behind CBD have not yet been concluded. However, a vast range of studies, as well as significant anecdotal evidence suggests the wide reaching benefits of CBD. These benefits included: CBD for mental health: potentially helping deal with specific anxiety disorders, supporting stress relief, supporting hormonal balance to regulate mood and in some cases help combat depressive thought. CBD for sleep: some evidence has been found to suggest CBD may support a more regulated sleep pattern, and in some cases, has successfully helped to treat sleep conditions such as insomnia. CBD for physical health: including some evidence CBD can be used to treat acute pain, and may also support the body’s response to conditions such as arthritis. CBD for gut and hormonal health: some studies have linked CBD to supporting gut microbiome, as well as hormonal homeostasis.

CBD can potentially help deal with many kinds of pain, including chronic pain. The ECS (Endocannabinoid System) is responsible for our pain relief as well as anti-inflammatory responses, allowing us to deal with things like back pain and other chronic issues that can affect our quality of life. Some studies have gone over how CBD affects people who are suffering from a wide range of different types of pain, including how people react when using CBD and suffering from cancer related pain, fibromyalgia, and neuropathic pain. Studies have summarised that CBD can sometimes help people deal with all kinds of different pain with a minimum level of risk. Even compared to over the counter medication like Advil, there’s much less risk to using CBD to help manage your pain, especially since you can’t overdose.

CBD may be able to help you recover after a workout. Some studies have shown that CBD may be able to help repair muscle damage caused by exercising. Repairing this damage helps you cut down on the amount of soreness that you’ll feel after your workout. Muscle soreness after a workout is known as DOMS, which stands for Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness. This can make it harder to work out since you won’t be as motivated to continue if you always find yourself dealing with pain the next day. If you’re dealing with a condition that reduces your mobility, like MS, you may also want to take some CBD after your workout to ensure that you’re able to move around with greater ease. How you take CBD after your workout is up to you, whether it’s in a smoothie or a simple sublingual application.