CBD stands for cannabidiol which is one of the many cannabinoids that can be found in the marijuana plant (THC famously being the other one which is what gets you high). It\u2019s an extract, not an oil, and what you see people using is the extract mixed with an oil such as argan or coconunt oil.<\/p>\n
What are the benefits of CBD?<\/strong><\/p>\n Whilst a lot of rigorous research has yet to be carried out on CBD use, there have been a spate studies done of late given the popularity of this new over-the-counter all-natural supposed must-have.<\/p>\n According to research CBD oil is very effective for pain relief <\/a>with still more studies showing that it\u2019s extremely effective for sciatica, arthritis, as well as pain related to MS. It\u2019s also been particularly effective in combatting pain associated with certain types of cancer. It was originally used as a cure for epilepsy in children which is what it mainly is famous for and what it has been shown to be startling effective. It\u2019s because of this last and its effectiveness with cancer patients that there\u2019s been a growing lobby to have prescribed for free with the NHS.<\/p>\n Alongside pain relief it\u2019s also been proven to be good for anxiety and depression as well as combatting psychotic episodes.<\/p>\n Incredibly it\u2019s also been shown to help treat acne as it can control the sebaceous glands that secret acne causing oils in our skin.<\/a><\/p>\n Is it legal? <\/strong><\/p>\n It is. Since 1971 any product containing a cannabinoid was illegal, but CBD given its medical benefits was deemed safe and in fact is legal so long as it comes from an approved EU industrial hemp company.<\/p>\n![\"cbd_x\"](\"https:\/\/blog.xpanded.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/cbd_x.jpg\")
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