9 Shocking Benefits of CBD Oil That Will Blow Your Mind

by Jenna Crawford August 08, 2018

By now you must have heard of CBD oil, but what exactly is it? CBD oil is derived from the cannabis plant and has been shown to be a miraculous remedy for a variety of different health conditions. Here are 9 mind blowing benefits of CBD oil that both average people and medical researchers cannot stop talking about:

1. Natural Pain Relief from Chronic Aches and Pains

CBD is a proven natural alternative to over the counter pain relievers that are meant to treat aches, stiffness and chronic pains. Now approved in Canada, CBD oil is being use to treat multiple sclerosis and even pain associated with cancer.

2. Anti-Seizure Properties Help Calm Epilepsy

A study testing CBD oil and a placebo was published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The results stated that the use of CBD oil reduced the frequency of epileptic episodes and seizures by 23% more than the placebo. Not only that, but CBD oil was also found to be an effective, no side effects treatment for drug-resistant children struggling with epilepsy.

3. Anxiety Relief and Helps Reduce Depression

The Anxiety and Depression Association of America have reported that 18% of people in America struggle with anxiety and another 6% are affected by depression. CBD oil is an effective and natural solution to help lower stress levels and reduce anxiety. Those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, OCD, panic disorder and even social anxiety can use CBD oil to reduce their stress.

4. Anti-inflammatory Properties

The National Center for Biotechnology Information has reported that chronic inflammation is a huge factor that leads to health conditions such as heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s and more.

A study that CBD oil dramatically lowered chronic inflammation leading to these diseases.

5. Lowers Oxidative Stress

When the body has too many free radicals and not enough antioxidants to stabilize them, it leads to an imbalance and oxidative stress. Oxidative stress then leads to a variety of ailments and health conditions. CBD oil has been shown to be effective in reducing free radical or oxidative damage.

6. Supports Healthy Weight Management

Taking CBD oil has been found to assist in maintaining healthy glucose levels while stimulating proteins, genes and mitochondria to burn more calories and fat.

7. Improves Cardiovascular Health

Maintaining a healthy heart means having a strict diet and healthy lifestyle, but CBD oil is also capable to helping. Research shows that it can help blocked arteries, lower stress, decrease blood pressure and possibly even cholesterol levels.

8. Promotes Healthy Skin

CBD oil, when applied to the skin, can help soothe eczema, acne and other skin conditions due to it’s ability to help remove abnormal cells. It also contains essential nutrients such as Vitamin E which help keep your skin safe.

9. Helps to Fight Cancer

A study in the Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics stated that cannabidiol is the most potent inhibitor of cancer cell growth. In addition, The American Cancer Society has reported the CBD can help reduce the speed and growth of certain cancers (in animals). Due to it’s ability to fight oxidative stress as well it’s anti-inflammatory properties, CBD oil may also help fight cancer.