CBD and multiple sclerosis: is it really effective?

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Cannabidiol or CBD, one of the cannabinoids found in hemp, has become a hot topic in the health and wellness industry, especially for relieving symptoms of illnesses for which treatments show mixed results.

The most specific example is multiple sclerosis or MS. After the frequent use of cannabis in MS patients was noted, researchers looked at the effects of cannabis, and more specifically cannabidiol oil, on the disease.

Since CBD oil has no psychoactive effects, it offers hope of treating multiple sclerosis symptoms through cannabis without the effects of this drug. But does CBD really work for multiple sclerosis? Is it really proven to improve patients' condition or is it just a new trend that will fade away?

According to numerous scientific studies, cannabidiol oil has been shown to be very effective in people with multiple sclerosis, especially for its therapeutic properties on the central nervous system. Supports the brain's immune system reactions, thereby reducing muscle pain and stiffness, while dramatically improving sleep quality.

It also has a beneficial effect on mental health and depression. To understand how CBD works оn MS, let's take a closer look at these two concepts, as well as their relationship.

Cannabidiol oil and its benefits

Cannabidiol oil is one of the identified cannabinoids in cannabis. When ingested, it acts on receptors in the body like the other more well-known cannabinoid, Tetrahydrocannabinol or THC.

Unlike THC, CBD has a relaxing but non-psychoactive effect and is even believed to have therapeutic benefits due to its many properties. In fact, research in this area is advancing and every year new scientific studies are discovered that confirm the therapeutic benefits of CBD in many symptoms.

It is believed to have anticonvulsant, antipsychotic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidepressant effects. In particular, it is known to have very encouraging effects on some severe forms of epilepsy and diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's or fibromyalgia.

Keep in mind that each strain of cannabis provides a different concentration of cannabinoids like CBD or THC, and therefore different benefits..

What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory autoimmune disease of the central nervous system that affects the brain and spinal cord. In MS, the immune system designed to fight viruses and bacteria instead attacks myelin, the substance that protects nerve fibers in the brain and helps nerve impulses travel from the brain to different parts of the body.

This attack on the myelin interrupts the flow of information from the nervous system to different parts of the body and damages the normal functioning of the body. MS patients experience relapses, which are a temporary exacerbation of their disease, with the appearance of new symptoms or worsening of existing ones.

There are 3 types of MS (relapsing remitting, secondary progressive and primary progressive) with different types of symptoms and levels of severity. MS is a disease that worsens over time and can cause irreversible disability in the medium or long term.

The positive effects of cannabidiol oil in multiple sclerosis

Studies in multiple sclerosis patients support some improvement in their condition when exposed to cannabinoids found in cannabis, such as CBD. Let's take a look at the research results.

Two American scientific studies were conducted 2003 and 2008 on the endocannabinoid system, the internal communication system of the human body, and diseases related to the central nervous system, including multiple sclerosis.

Their findings indicate that cannabidiol oil has some potential to relieve pain, muscle spasms, and spasticity in patients. Stimulation of the CB(1) and CB(2) cannabinoid receptors may have anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive potential, as the endocannabinoid system controls the level of neurodegeneration that occurs after inflammation.

Recent studies (2011, 2015 and 2018) have shown that cannabinoids are effective not only in relieving symptoms, but also as neuroprotective agents that can slow the progression of the disease and thus delay the onset of symptoms.

They confirm, therefore, the the therapeutic potential of cannabidiol oil in pathologies with an inflammatory component.

Conclusion

In short, the improvement that CBD oil is making for people with MS is:

  • Reduced spasticity and cramps
  • Neuropathic pain reduction
  • Reduce anxiety and inflammation
  • Improvement of motor deficits
  • Improve sleep and general well-being

The important thing to keep in mind is that this drug is a raw material that has been shown to be effective in relieving the symptoms of inflammatory diseases. Research in this area is promising and continues to yield new information..

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No, CBD oil will not get you high. Full-spectrum CBD oil, created from the hemp plant, is naturally low in THC; therefore, it would take a lot of CBD for you to experience a “high” feeling. If you want to avoid any interaction with THC, buy a THC-free broad-spectrum CBD product.
 
CBD oil interacts with our body's endocannabinoid system, the system that exists throughout the body to help us maintain balance and homeostasis. A balanced system supports the relief of common problems: aches and pains, joint pain, skin and sleep problems, and much more.
 
The manufacture of our oils is to extract the cannabidiol (CBD) and the terpenes from the hemp plant with CO2. The combination of these compounds is what gives us the appreciated (entourage effect) where the cannabinoids unite and work together to achieve a more powerful effect. Made in Germany under the supervision of experts, passing through several quality controls and complying with EU regulations. The broad-spectrum WEEDNESS CBD oil is free of the psychoactive substance Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), so it cannot cause euphoric or psychoactive effects. Even though our CBD oil is an ecological product, free of pesticides, free of (THC) and being a very beneficial product for both humans and our animal friends, we at WEEDNESS CBD do not recommend the consumption of Cannabidiol (CBD) in pregnant or lactating women before contacting your doctor. Since we well know that pregnancy and lactation are very delicate processes and based on scientific studies that still cannot say anything clearly about it.
 
CBD oil stay in our system between 2 days and 1 week. However, it is possible that for some, CBD can stay in their system much longer. Many factors influence how long CBD oil will stay in your system, including height, weight, exercise level, and water intake, to name a few.
 
CBD will affect everyone differently. People generally feel more relaxed and at ease after consuming CBD. However, some report feeling alert and focused. The best way to find out how CBD oil makes you feel is to try it for yourself.
 
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None of our products contain THC, so using any WEEDNESS CBD product cannot result in a positive test for doping or prohibited substances. Each product has a QR code with its corresponding analytics. If you need more information about analytics, contact our team
 
Currently CBD is a substance under study which will be able to establish the correct daily amount. (25mg/day) is generally considered to be a “low dose” daily. The “average dose” is between (25-50 mg/day) Doses higher than (75-100 mg/day) are considered as “high doses”. Although the consumption of CBD oil is not allowed in Spain, there are other countries in the EU and the US where its sublingual consumption is popular and regularized. There, CBD users recommend starting with a "low dose" of 2-3 sublingual drops and gradually increasing the amount until you get your "perfect dose" and obtain the desired effect. Being a natural product, taking the same amount does not affect everyone in the same way. In Spain at the moment CBD oil can only be used for topical use. Applying it in areas with inflammation, pain (such as arthritis), skin with acne, seborrhea, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.
 
CBD oil is used to help support healthy inflammatory function, promote a healthy sleep/wake cycle, help relieve persistent pain, and much more.
 
The CBD oil that shows up on a drug test depends on the amount of CBD you ingest and the type of CBD you consume. CBD oil created from a hemp plant contains trace amounts of THC (less than 0.2%) but will not produce a “high”. However, if you want to play it safe, always buy a broad-spectrum CBD oil, which does not contain THC.
 
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No, hemp oil is not the same as CBD oil. Hemp seed oil is produced from cold-pressed hemp seeds. CBD oil is extracted from the flowers of the hemp plant. Hemp seed oil does not contain CBD, while CBD oil contains high concentrations of the cannabinoid CBD.
 
Cannabidiol or CBD, as it is better known, is legal in Spain as long as it contains less than 0.2% THC. All of our products are THC-free, making them 100% legal.
 
CBD is a molecule that has led to a large number of scientific studies showing that controlled consumption of CBD provides numerous beneficial health effects. This cannabinoid found in the Cannabis Sativa L. plant has proven to be an effective substance in the treatment of diseases such as arthritis, asthma or epilepsy. These scientific advances culminated in the report published in December 2017 by the World Health Organization (WHO) stating that CBD is neither addictive (unlike THC, the psychoactive component of the cannabis plant) nor has any harmful effects on health, while confirming its enormous therapeutic potential.
 
 

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