CBD Oil – Revealing the Myths

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CBD Oil Revealing the Myths
The popularity of oil-based products deriving
from the cannabis plant has soared over the last
year since hitting shelves in the US. An influx
of scientific research has demonstrated that CBD
can be widely beneficial, offering relief to a
variety of health problems, such as anxiety,
depression and a range of medical disorders.
There is still much confusion surrounding CBD
oil, particularly due to its relationship to
cannabis. So, to shed some light on the matter,
nutritionist Sarah Flower is here to debunk CBD
oil myths, and help us separate the facts from
the fiction.
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CBD Oil Revealing the Myths
Myth CBD oil is illegal CBD, also known as
cannabidiol, is a legal oil extracted from the
cannabis plant which has become known for its
medicinal properties, especially relieving pain.
CBD oil is often mixed with other oils such as
olive oil, coconut oil or hemp oil which can act
as a carrier but can also aid absorption. You can
buy it in liquid forms, sprays, pastes, teas, as
well as capsules. The media recently reported
on parents of children with epilepsy campaigning
to use cannabis oil, but this treatment uses THC
(medical marijuana, the illegal part) in addition
to CBD oil and is therefore not legal to purchase
or bring into this country. GPs in the UK are now
considering each case individually as there is
evidence to suggest that combining CBD with THC
can help a number of conditions including
epilepsy, cancer and MS but know that this is
very different from the over-the-counter CBD oil.
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CBD Oil Revealing the Myths
Myth CBD oil can make you hallucinate CBD oil
does not contain the chemical psychoactive
component THC , which is the part of cannabis
that triggers a high or hallucination.
As noted above, products containing THC are
illegal in the US. CBD oil is extracted from hemp
and not the cannabis plant containing THC in
fact, CBD oil has been shown to help block the
psychoactive effects of THC on the brain and can
also help reduce anxiety, stress and even
depression.
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CBD Oil Revealing the Myths
Myth CBD oil is Addictive CBD does not work in
the same way as cannabis and is not addictive.
However, CDB oil will stimulate your dopamine and
serotonin levels giving you a feel good factor
which can help when you are suffering with pain,
depression and other related conditions.
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CBD Oil Revealing the Myths
Myth CBD oil is just used for pain
As CBD oil is classed as a food supplement, the
manufacturers and retailers cannot make any
medical claims, but research has shown it is
beneficial for a number of conditions including
anxiety, depression, inflammation, sleep
disorders, autism, epilepsy, inflammation,
migraines, joint pain, MS, fibromyalgia,
Parkinsons and even some skin conditions
including acne. There is talk that CBD oil may
start to be classed as a medicine, and in which
case it will be subject to more trials and
research in the future.
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CBD Oil Revealing the Myths
Myth CBD oil is completely safe
Although CBD oil is deemed safe to use, it can
have some side effects and, in addition, interact
with some medications. It is advisable to ask
your GP before you start using CBD oil as it can
affect some prescriptions such as
anti-depressants, and some over-the-counter
medications. There is often confusion over
strength, potency and dosage everyone reacts
differently so it is best to start slow and low
and increase as you go along. If you are not
clear on what you are purchasing, then seek
advice from a professional and always buy from a
reputable company, such as Power Health, the
market leaders in nutritional supplements. Their
CBD oil contains 20 servings of CBD, which should
be consumed in 50mg doses squeezed under the
tongue. For optimum absorption and results,
simply keep it in your mouth for up to five
minutes before swallowing and repeat up to four
times a day, depending on requirements.
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CBD Oil Revealing the Myths
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