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CBD and PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)
Most people have heard or know of PMS, but have you ever heard of PMDD? Premenstrual Syndrome, PMS, is the change in physical and emotional reactions that occur between ovulation and the start of one’s period for those that have a uterus. Symptoms usually present themselves in the form of cramping, mood swings, tender breasts, fatigue, cravings, etc. Not everyone experiences PMS, but most people have mild symptoms, while for others they can seem pretty intense. For a very small percentage of people, somewhere between 5%-8% of those with menstruation cycles, experience something much more intense. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, or PMDD, is a very extreme and severe type of PMS.
CBD For Your Skin
Due to its potential anti-inflammatory properties, CBD may be useful for treating many skin issues, including acne, eczema, and psoriasis. Researchers are saying that CBD may be the secret ingredient to healing dry skin. The skin contains its own endocannabinoid system, so when a CBD topical is applied it goes straight to work with the endocannabinoid system in the skin to create a synergistic harmony.
Can CBD Stimulate Appetite?
There is still a lot of research to be done on the effects of CBD and other cannabinoids on gastrointestinal health. But if decreased or total lack of appetite, nausea, anxiety, and depression are a daily issue, introducing CBD into a daily health regimen may provide a cycle of relief for these symptoms.
CBD and CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease)
First off, we need to know exactly what Chronic Kidney Disease is, and how it affects the kidneys.
The kidney's are a small bean shapes organ, located at the lower back, on either side of the spine. The kidney's job is to clean blood, and extra fluids from the body, call it our filtration system.
CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) means the kidney's are damaged, and unable to flush blood, or any other excess fluid from the body. As kidney disease worsens, it becomes harder for the kidneys to filter out the necessary fluids from the body, which may have some people feeling onset symptoms of this disease.
Cannabis and CBD oil for Herpes
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a common viral infection that anyone can acquire sexually from an infected person. Herpes most commonly affects the s...
Salve Review Part Two
The original Active CBD oil Super Strength Salve is one of our most popular topicals available on DiscoverCBD.com, so we felt it deserved a review!...
CBD Oil and Migraines
Searing pain – like a hot knife through butter. Lights cutting through your brain like shards of glass, every noise like nails on a chalkboard... j...
CBD Oil and RLS
Many people in the world suffer from Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) which is characterized by a disorder in a part of the nervous system resulting in the urge to move the legs (as well as other parts of the body). It is also sometimes considered a sleep disorder, because the uncomfortable and painful sensations in the legs often interfere with sleep.
CBD and Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder (also known as Bipolar Affective Disorder or Manic-Depressive disorder) may be one of the world’s oldest known mental illnesses, w...
Cannabidiol as a Supplement for People with Parkinson's Disease
The most recent study, posted in January of 2018, suggest that previous claims about CBD and Parkinson’s to be probable. The endocannabinoid system has shown to play a huge role in neuropathological basis of Parkinson’s Disease. The study focuses specifically on the interactions of CB1 receptors, CB2 receptors and monoacylglycerol lipase (MAGL) gene expression. The study shows that these are closely related to neuropathological process of Parkinson’s Disease. Therefore, realizing the possible benefit of CBD as a potential therapeutic tool for those who are suffering while living with the side effects of Parkinson’s.
Cannabidiol and Chemotherapy
Parker et al. stated that CBD can activate the CB receptors, causing them to activate other cells in a part of the brain called the terminal forebrain. In animal studies, CBD-related activation caused rats to show fewer reactions consistent with nausea when compared to a placebo, or even to conventional medications used to treat chemotherapy nausea. Future studies may explore whether these results have implications for humans as well.
Can CBD Help Against Cancer from Cigarettes?
It’s no secret that smoking cigarettes presents many health issues. From a greater risk of lung cancer to drying out your skin to cardiovascular complications, it’s common knowledge that smoking can be a huge detriment. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, cigarette smoking causes more that 480,000 deaths each year in the United States (cdc.org). That’s nearly one in five deaths!
