BENEFITS OF HEMP OIL

ANTI-FLAMMATORY

A 2011 study Trusted Source suggests that adding omega-3s, such as those found in hemp oil, to your diet can reduce inflammation. Inflammation can contribute to diseases such as cancer and heart disease. 

PAIN RELIEF

When hemp oil contains CBD, it has the life-changing ability to reduce pain. It isn’t guaranteed to work for everyone, but it has been proven to work for many.

1. ARTHRITIS

People who suffer from arthritis understand the pain that comes with inflamed joints. It’s commonly felt in the hands, feet, and knees. Hemp has been reported to reduce that inflammation by preventing cytokine formation in the body. Swelling is reduced, stiffness is reduced, and the sufferer feels less pain. It’s also a way to soothe inflammation without created ulcers or bleeding like other anti-inflammatory medications can.

2. MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

The trademark muscle spasms that come with multiple sclerosis can, in some cases, be subdued or eliminated through hemp oil use. The muscle spasms sufferers of MS endure can be very painful and cause stiffness throughout the body which limits mobility. Hemp oil has been reported to reduce those spasms and relax the muscles. In some cases, this has led to improved mobility in patients who had limited ability to stand and walk.

3. CHEMOTHERAPY PAIN

Chemotherapy comes with a handful of unpleasant and sometimes painful symptoms. Patients note extreme nausea and vomiting, as well as fatigue and body weakness. Through the use of hemp oil for some people, nausea and vomiting are reduced, there are fewer body aches, and some patients are able to get better quality sleep and rest. Studies show that it can even reduce the cell growth for certain types of cancer. Also, it’s safe to use with the other medications cancer patients are often prescribed.

4. CHRONIC PAIN

Suffering from chronic pain can severely impact your quality of life and mental health. Some people find that hemp oil combats that pain through its analgesic properties which are essentially all-natural painkillers. It can increase the body’s cannabinoid receptors which help to reduce inflammation. For those who suffer from chronic pain in their back, the entire body can be affected by the pain. Hemp oil is an excellent option for targeting the source of the pain and therefore relieving it elsewhere.It also affects neuropathic pain in addition to muscle, joint, and nerve pain.People who struggle with depression or anxiety due to chronic pain often see an improvement in their overall mood and optimism when treated with hemp oil. It’s been known to relieve anxiety and help calm those in crisis.

5. FIBROMYALGIA

This disease causes pain throughout the bones and muscles as well as intense headaches and fatigue. Performing daily activities can be challenging when you’re working against fibromyalgia. Luckily, hemp oil has been reported to reduce the stiffness in joints and muscles and relieve pain; headaches are easily treated with hemp oil. It’s also known to enhance relaxation ensuring the sufferer gets a better quality of sleep and rest. Better quality of sleep leads to less fatigue and a stronger body.

6. MENSTRUAL PAIN

Women who experience intense cramping, bloating and body aches from menstruation have reported the benefits of hemp oil. Not only is it a muscle relaxant that can soothe cramps and aches in the back and breasts, it can stabilize your mood. Women commonly go through mood swings and irritability during their cycles; hemp oil can sometimes reduce irritability and other signs of PMS.