Is CBD an Anti-Inflammatory?
What is Inflammation?
Inflammation is an aspect of the body’s immune response. It is a process by which your body's white blood cells and the things they make protect you from infection from bacteria and viruses.
In some cases your immune system, brings an onset of inflammation when there are no foreign invaders to fight off. Someone that presents with an autoimmune disease, has extreme damage caused by inflammation because their immune system acts as if the regular tissues are infected.
Often inflammation goes hand in hand with pain. Where inflammation presents itself, typically is followed by pain, heat, swelling, and redness. It is treated with anti-inflammatory medications. Some including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and steroid medications.
These medications present side effects and risks for people. There is always a more preventative approach to treating inflammation. Treatments including consuming an anti-inflammatory diet, taking supplements, and CBD Oil .
Is CBD an Anti-Inflammatory?
For years research studies have shown that CBD Oil works with the endocannabinoid system within your body to promote health and wellbeing, homeostasis, and most importantly, help with inflammation! CBD Oil can be used to help you feel less stressed, and get better sleep, which will also help your body with homeostasis and aid in lowering inflammation. CBD has anti-inflammatory properties that make it a great, all-natural alternative for some people who are looking to naturally help reduce pain and discomfort associated with inflammatory conditions.
While CBD is a great anti-inflammatory, it is not a cure for any anti inflammatory conditions. CBD can help relieve the pain associated with some inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and period cramps.
Inflammation is a complicated process involving many signalling pathways. The body uses signalling molecules called eicosanoids to initiate the inflammatory response. One way CBD can help reduce inflammation is by inhibiting an eicosanoid enzyme called COX2. NSAID medications such as Advil and Aspirin also target COX2 in their method of action.
CBD also appears to affect a class of molecules important to the inflammation process called cytokines. CBD tends to reduce the effects of pro-inflammatory cytokines, thereby reducing inflammation.
Best CBD Products for Inflammation
CBD Oil Tincture
Our 500mg CBD Oil Tincture and our 1500mg CBD Oil Tincture will help reduce inflammation within your body, and help relax your mind and your body. The higher the concentration of CBD Oil, the more relaxed you will feel. Remember when finding your perfect dose, always start low and slow.
CBD Cream
While we do not sell a CBD cream, you can add our CBD Oil Drops to your favorite body lotion and rub it over sore muscles to help with inflammation. Whether you had a long day at work, or went for a run and your joints need some help, CBD Oil will help with the aches and pains caused by inflammation.
CBD Bath Salts
Epson Salt is known to help reduce swelling and stiffness. It contains magnesium and may help the body get rid of toxins responsible for exacerbating inflammation. We recommend adding a full dropper of our 1500mg CBD Oil to your bath, along with a cup of Epsom salts.
