Marijuana, or cannabis, contains two major compounds: delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC is an intoxicant. It creates the euphoric “high” people associate with marijuana use. CBD is not intoxicating. Both compounds have medicinal properties. For a brief review of the many health benefits of CBD oil, including its applications for chiropractic care, consult the following guide.

A Guide to the Health Benefits of CBD Oils

1. Antiseizure Properties

CBD oil is being used in the treatment of epilepsy, a common seizure disorder. It has no known side effects, unlike other pharmaceutical seizure medications, and has been shown to reduce the frequency of episodes.

2. Anxiety & Stress Relief

Many people use CBD oil to relieve anxiety and stress. Research indicates the compound changes the brain’s response to serotonin, a chemical associated with mental and emotional health. The therapeutic effects of CBD not only include stress reduction but also anxiety-related problems, such as insomnia and accelerated heart rates.

3. Pain Management

CBD oil is an effective pain relief tool because of its anti-inflammatory properties. It has been used to manage the pain of patients with arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and other types of inflammation-related chronic pain.

4. Heart Health Help

This beneficial oil lowers blood pressure by relieving anxiety and stress. High blood pressure, or hypertension, endangers the heart and raises the risk for stroke, heart attack, and heart disease.

5. Cancer Symptom Relief

Cancer patients increasingly use CBD oil to manage symptoms linked to chemotherapy treatment, such as nausea and vomiting. Studies also indicate the oil’s ability to retard cancer cell growth.
 

Discuss your CBD oil needs with the chiropractic care professionals at Advanced Medical and Wellness. Serving the Dayton, OH metro area as well as Montgomery and Greene counties, this chiropractic care center offers a comprehensive range of holistic services, including spinal manipulations, ultrasound therapy, cupping, heat therapy, and massage. Call (937) 427-2225 today to make an appointment, or go online for information about CBD oils or to like them on Facebook.