CBD, is it the future healthcare?

CBD is being legalised all over the world for its health benefits. In 2018, the FDA approved

the first medication containing CBD, Epidiolex. It has been proven that CBD can help with

both medical issues and mental health issues. But why are so many people against using

CBD when we have supplements like alcohol and tobacco still on the shelves?

Due to its therapeutic benefits, the natural substance of cannabidiol (CBD) has grown in

popularity throughout the years. CBD is the second largest component in marijuana.

Smoking weed is a common habit for many, both old and young, as it is said to ease anxiety

and pain. CBD gives relief without the psychoactive side effects related to

tetrahydrocannabinol, the most significant component in weed.

CBD and THC are cannabinoids with the same molecular structure and contain 21 carbon

atoms, 30 hydrogen atoms, and 2 oxygen atoms. But the way the atoms are structured is

why the two components have different side effects on a person. THC binds with the

cannabinoid 1 receptor in the brain. This is what produces the feeling of a high or euphoria

after smoking. On the other hand, CBD struggles to connect with the receptor; it needs the

THC to bond with the receptors for the high. Therefore you cannot get a high off of smoking

CBD.

As someone who has never dabbled in drugs, the last thing I thought I would do is talk

positively about a drug like weed. Still, because of its potential effectiveness in treating a

variety of medical ailments, CBD is being hailed as the new frontier in healthcare, which I

can get behind. The relief of Numerous illnesses, including anxiety (which I have myself),

depression, chronic pain, inflammation, epilepsy, and even some forms of cancer, have been

linked to CBD, according to studies.

Additionally, it is known to possess neuroprotective qualities; CBD may aid in preventing

brain deterioration brought on by diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Given these

possible advantages, it is simple to understand why CBD is considered a good contender for

future healthcare.

The view of CBD's safety is another factor. Unlike many conventional pharmaceuticals, CBD

is a natural substance and has not been linked to any adverse side effects. Early studies

suggest that CBD is well tolerated in people, especially when they are given high doses.

Doses tend to be given in either ‘gummie’ form which is ingesting a sweet which has the

CBD in it, or smoking which obviously has some negative side effects on lung health.

However, further tests and studies are needed to thoroughly understand the safety of CBD. It

is an extremely appealing choice for those looking for substitutes for conventional

medication. One thing I will acknowledge is CBD, and its long-term side effects are still

largely unknown.

Although preliminary research has revealed that CBD may have therapeutic effects, further

studies are required to thoroughly comprehend how it functions, how much to take, andhow it interacts with other treatments. Additionally, since there has yet to be an

FDA-approved standard for CBD products, the quality and dose might differ significantly

from one person to the next. One person might need an entire "joint" to feel the benefits,

whereas someone else could only need a draw. As a result, patients should use CBD

sparingly and consult with their healthcare professionals to be sure they are purchasing a

secure and efficient product.

Even though it is too soon to declare whether CBD is the next trend in healthcare, there is

definitely cause for optimism over its potential advantages. CBD is a prospective option for

healthcare in the future because of its reputed safety profile and possible efficiency in

treating a variety of medical ailments. It will be interesting to observe how CBD develops and

whether it fulfills its potential as a new frontier in healthcare as research into its effects

progresses.