Does CBD Really Work For Anxiety?

CBD oil products were developed to help those who suffer from anxiety-related disorders. If you're among them, you're not the only one — there are about 40 million (18%) adults in the United States alone have to deal with anxiety, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America! That’s a lot of people!!  Pharmaceutical companies have developed a wide range of medications to treat anxiety, including SSRIs like Prozac and Zoloft, and tranquilizers like Xanax and Valium. While these drugs can be effective for certain people, they often result in adverse side effects, like insomnia, constipation, nausea, skin rash, changes in appetite and weight loss. As well as more serious reactions such as high fever, hallucinations, fainting, seizures, and shallow breathing. Moreover, tranquilizers like Valium and Xanax are known for being highly addictive. Why must these things all have such severe side effects? Is it worth the side effects in the long run? 

This is where CBD oil comes in. Researchers and scientists have found CBD as a viable and natural alternative to prescription anxiety medications. Isn’t that amazing!?

What is CBD?

CBD is the central cannabinoid found in cannabis and industrial hemp. After decades of extensive research, it was found that moderate doses of CBD could have numerous health benefits, including helping with anxiety-related issues such as feelings of panic, stress caused by trauma, obsessive behavior, mild to moderate depression, social phobia, and general anxiety.

How does CBD oil work?

CBD is among the 80 cannabinoid compounds located within the marijuana plant. That said, CBD oil will not make you high. Instead, CBD promotes a calming, unwinding feeling when taken in the right dosage. CBD interacts with the body’s natural endocannabinoid system (ECS), found in each cell in the body. Yep, you already have CBD in your body. These cells manage many of our bodies’ functions, including sleep, mood, pain, memory, and appetite. When using CBD oil for anxiety, it communicates with a neurotransmitter called GABA (gamma-aminobutyric corrosive), which transfers messages to the brain cells, telling the body to shut down any feelings of stress, tension, and anxiety. This assists in lessening anxiety, quieting the sensory system, stimulating restfulness, promoting calmness, and relaxing the muscles. Pretty fascinating right? Our bodies are a machine that can regulate ALL OF THIS!

What are the CBD benefits for anxiety?

In recent years, interest in CBD oil has increased tremendously. CBD oil is an anti-inflammatory and anti-anxiety compound, and according to studies, it not only acts as a natural anxiety-reducer, but can help improve social anxiety. The impact of CBD on anxiety is particularly significant. Researchers agree that if development progresses as it has, CBD oils could possibly become the most viable treatment for anxiety and depression — without the nasty side effects! Imagine being able to function, without being nauseous all the time?!

Will CBD oil make me high?

CBD products are VERY different from THC products. InnerG products are legal in most parts of the United States of America, and will not give you the same "high" feeling that THC produces. To be sure, our products are 100% lawful and have no ‘high’ effects. There are so many CBD oil brands to choose from, it's important to understand what you want, what you need, and what you will get from the product. If you’re unsure, consult your medical provider to determine if CBD is right for you.

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The Team at InnerG