CBD, or cannabidiol, is a chemical compound from the Cannabis sativa plant that is used in such products as edibles and oils to impart the feeling of calm and relaxation. Unlike delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, which is the major ingredient of marijuana, cannabidiol is not psychoactive.
Does cannabidiol get you high?
Since it is not a psychoactive compound, you will not have any effects like euphoria. You also will not feel altered or sedated at all.
Health benefits of cannabidiol
The exact mechanism of cannabidiol remains unclear. It is believed that it has an impact on opioid receptors regulating pain and glycine receptors regulating serotonin that is also known as a happy hormone.
It is believed that cannabidiol can treat the following health problems and conditions:
- Anxiety
- Anorexia
- Acne
- Depression
- High blood pressure
- Chronic pain
- Muscle spasms
- Glaucoma
- Insomnia
- Epilepsy
- Parkinson’s disease
However, despite its growing popularity, cannabidiol remains under-researched.
Side effects of cannabidiol
According to some research, it can trigger side effects, the symptoms of which include changes in appetite, anxiety, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, and some others. It can also cause liver enzymes (related to liver inflammation), which means that people with liver problems should talk to their doctors before giving it a try. Cannabidiol also should be avoided by pregnant and breastfeeding women due to the increased risks to a baby’s development. If you suffer from any heart condition, you should also talk to your doctor first and discuss whether it is good for you or not.
Cannabidiol in chiropractic care
Chiropractic care and treatment by cannabidiol go hand-in-hand. Both treatments are non-invasive, natural, and non-addictive. In most cases, chiropractors use products with cannabidiol for pain management and treatment, especially if it is deep muscle pain or the pain caused by the compression of nerves.
Get rid of the pain with Lowery Chiropractic in Tallahassee, FL
If pain has become a part of your life, Lowery Chiropractic can help. Our clinic was opened in 2009 and since then we have helped thousands of people living in Tallahassee, FL, and the surrounding areas. If you want to be one of them, do not hesitate to give us a call and schedule your first appointment with our chiropractor.