CBD Oil: Does It Work For Pain Relief?

Cannabidiol - also known as CBD - is currently taking the UK by storm, thanks to its wealth of health benefits. One of these is pain relief: studies have shown that CBD can reduce the discomfort related to a variety of health conditions.

But can CBD oil really alleviate pain and if so, how does it work? We speak to medical nutritionist and health author Dr Sarah Brewer about the efficacy of Cannabidiol.

Can CBD oil be used for pain relief?

Ultimately, the answer is yes. CBD is an option for many pain sufferers to help relieve their symptoms, due to its antioxidant properties.

‘CBD oil is one of the most helpful supplements to become available in a long time,’ says Dr Brewer. ‘It is highly antioxidant so has anti-inflammatory effects on joints, to improve pain and stiffness. CBD also has an analgesic effect to reduce pain perception in the brain.’ 

How does CBD oil work?

Cannabidiol is extracted from industrial hemp plants that do not contain significant amounts of the psychoactive substance (THC or tetrahydrocannabinol) found in marijuana strains of cannabis. CBD therefore provides health benefits without causing a ‘high’ and is not addictive.

CBD oil has an analgesic effect to reduce pain perception in the brain.

‘Cannabidiol oil has direct effects on the endocannabinoid system in the brain,’ says Dr Brewer. ‘This enhances the effects of other brain chemicals, such as serotonin and anandamide, to reduce pain perception.’

‘It is also a powerful antioxidant which suppresses inflammation,’ Dr Brewer adds. (MORE)

Source: NetDoctor.co.uk