For years, scientific debates have been raging about whether marijuana CBD can reduce blood pressure and affect the overall cardiovascular system. There was no clinical consensus, and most studies were focused on THC, the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis.
A study that examined the effects of CBD or cannabidiol on blood pressure was published earlier in the month. The results were positive.
According to the abstract in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, CBD is a nonpsychoactive phytocannabinoid that’s used in multiple sclerosis (MS) and intractable epilepsies.
Preclinical research has shown CBD to have many cardiovascular benefits. These include a decreased stress response and blood pressure (BP). This study was done to determine if CBD can lower blood pressure in humans.
The Study
In a double-blind crossover study, nine healthy male volunteers received 600mg of CBD or a placebo. The laser Doppler and finometer were used to monitor cardiovascular parameters. Although the results were varied, participants saw a decrease in heart rate of approximately 6mm.
Our data shows that CBD can reduce resting blood pressure as well as the blood pressure response, especially to cold stress, in a single dose. This is particularly true during the post-test period. This could be due to the anxiolytic, analgesic and direct cardiovascular effects of CBD.
Further research is needed to determine if CBD can be used in treating cardiovascular disorders like hypertension.
Studies from Epidemiological Research have now shown that long-term stress is positively related to the development of cardiovascular diseases.
An increased risk of developing or accelerating the progression of cardiovascular disease is associated with factors like anxiety, social isolation, low socioeconomic standing, depression, the stress in family and work, and stressful lifestyles.
The European Guidelines for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease have stressed the importance of dealing with these issues. Patients with stable coronary disease may experience myocardial ischemia from mental stress. This is likely to be caused by the adrenal hormone release of catecholamines.
CBD can also help with…
These medical conditions can also be helped by CBD:
Cigarette smoking addiction
Acne
Diabetes
Fibromyalgia
PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Schizophrenia
Crohn’s Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Insomnia
CBD Side Effects
Although CBD has a few side effects, many people find it to be a positive side effect. You should avoid using pharmaceuticals to aid sleep. They can lead to addiction and make you feel groggy the next morning. It’s safer to use non-habit-forming CBD.
If you are looking for strains that can help you sleep better, you should stick with Indica or CBD-heavy strains.
Here are some caveats to be aware of:
The data support the idea that CBD is an immune suppressive agent. Its mechanisms include direct suppression of different immune cell types, induction apoptosis, and promotion of regulatory cells which in turn control other immune cell targets.
A decrease in the activity of liver enzymes known as cytochrome P450 which are responsible for more than 60% of prescription drugs being metabolized. CBD can also cause mild hypotension and lightheadedness.
Before You Consider Using
You must be thinking: “I need to try this!” I get it. CBD is still considered illegal in many countries because it is classified as a Class 1 drug. It can be difficult to obtain CBD-free medication even in legal areas.
When products are labeled as CBD-containing, you should be cautious. These products are not subject to FDA regulation at the moment. The producers can write what they like. Nine products that claimed to have a certain amount of CBD were tested and the majority of them proved misleading.
Another thing to keep in mind is that smoking can reduce the metabolism of any medications you are taking. It is legal if you are in an authorized state. Before you use this medicine, please consult your healthcare practitioner.
One final thought
CBD oil has been shown to be effective in relieving symptoms of common health problems such as anxiety, depression, and heart disease.
It may be an alternative to pain or symptom relief for those suffering from cancer.
The potential health benefits of CBD oils are still being researched. New therapeutic uses for this natural remedy will be found.
Although there are many questions about CBD’s safety and efficacy, recent research suggests that CBD could be a natural, safe treatment for many health problems.
This article was written by a cannabinoid specialist at DRIP Cannabinoids. DRIP Cannabinoids joined the market in June 2020. We quickly established our mission: providing customers with the purest oil on the market, and in tandem providing a premium product. Our products range from delta 8 tinctures, delta 8 pre-rolls, delta 8 THC gummies, delta 8 THC carts, and more. Through each and every one of our products, DRIP strives to relieve people from the discomfort, stress, and anxiety of daily life by giving them access to cutting-edge cannabinoids such as Delta-10 and Delta-8 THC. DRIP’s formulas and procedures are all designed with the purity and safety of the customer in mind.
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