What is CBD? | Peekskill, NY Patch

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Cannabidiol, better known as CBD, a cannabinoid or compound extracted from the hemp plant, may have significant benefits as previous studies suggest.

The cannabis plant refers to the non-psychoactive (less than 1% THC) variety of the Cannabis sativa species. Cannabis is known for a variety of uses such as:

• Medical
• Healthy food
• Organic body care
• clothing items
• construction materials
• Paper
• Biofuel
• Plastic composites and more.

Hemp is more environmentally friendly than traditional plants as it breathes CO2, detoxifies the soil, prevents soil erosion and disasters by providing valuable nutrients.

Now, let's get a little more scientific.

Israeli scientist, Raphael Mechoulam, is credited with the discovery of what is now known as the endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS helps regulate a variety of physiological and cognitive processes, including appetite, pain perception, memory, and mood. It is also known to facilitate the pharmacological effects of cannabis. In addition, the ECS is involved in mediating the effects of physical exercise by contributing to exercise-induced euphoria, movement, and motivation.

Okay, so what does this all mean?

Basically, inside our body, we have the ECS. The ECS helps regulate and encourage homeostasis – any process or reaction our body uses to actively maintain a stable internal environment. Within the ECS, you will find cannabinoid receptors, including CB1 or CB2. Our bodies even produce their own cannabinoids! How amazing we are.

CBD indirectly affects CB1 or CB2 receptors, which are found throughout the body in the central nervous system, immune system, and even our skin! So when CBD interacts with the receptors, it can help regulate important bodily functions.

Studies show that CBD can provide relief for a range of conditions including depression, chronic pain, PTSD, arthritis, epilepsy and more. CBD has also shown neuroprotective and neurogenic effects meaning it can help reduce damage to the brain and nervous system while encouraging the growth of new neurons. With tons of research being done, the potential benefits could increase.

But we're here to learn how cannabis can help us achieve better health and wellness.

CBD & Health

Studies show that CBD may have anti-inflammatory properties (shutting down inflammation and reducing chronic pain), lowers blood sugar, reduces appetite, and facilitates good sleep. As an analgesic, CBD can also help relieve pain, especially after exercise.

The National Institutes of Health suggests that CBD exhibits antioxidant properties meaning that it inhibits oxidation—a chemical reaction that produces free radicals (including those associated with the development of cancer) that ultimately damage cells and lead to disease and chronic illness. Antioxidants play an important role in a nutritious diet to maintain health and proper biological function. CBD has even been found to be a more powerful antioxidant than vitamins C and E!

The stress chemical, cortisol, is a big health problem! You guessed it – CBD can help protect against excessive stress. As an effective anti-catabolic substance (a substance that protects the body's muscle mass from breakdown), CBD can also counteract the release of cortisol. Helping keep cortisol levels in check allows muscles to recharge and grow!

CBD can also suppress appetite. You're probably scratching your head because marijuana (another plant in the hemp family) has a bit of a reputation when it comes to your appetite. CBD has been found to stimulate genes and proteins to enhance fat breakdown, increase the number and activity of mitochondria increasing the body's ability to burn calories, and reduce the release of proteins involved in the creation of fat cells.

I know it was a lot to take in, but…

With all the benefits and little known side effects, see for yourself how CBD can help you! Plants seem to be even better chemists than humans…

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