What Do CBD Capsules Do?

Various delivery methods are coming into the limelight, and CBD capsules are among the most common ways to consume CBD. This article will discuss what CBD capsules can do, including CBD, and what CBD capsules are.

CBD comes in an array of products and medical uses. Spas, coffee shops, and beauty shops are spiking their products with Cannabidiol. While today's CBD might seem new, cannabis products have existed for centuries. Over the years, people have learned the value of cannabis in medical and commercial applications. Despite its popularity, there is more to research about CBD, especially now that thousands of CBD-based products are flooding the market, each claiming to offer the best results. When taken in capsule form, CBD allows you to enjoy a lot of benefits in a convenient way. Capsules are a great option for users who don't enjoy the grassy taste of CBD oil and cannabis.

What Is CBD?

Cannabidiol, short CBD, is a compound found in hemp, a cannabis plant. The cannabis plant contains dozens of chemical compounds known as cannabinoids. These compounds carry the therapeutic properties that cannabis is widely associated with. CBD and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are the most prevalent compounds of the cannabis plant. THC is the most popular compound used for recreational and medical purposes. It causes intoxicating effects on the body. When consumed, it gets people high. Unlike THC, CBD does not make people high. It is non-intoxicating. Users who want to benefit from the therapeutic properties of cannabis without experiencing mind-altering effects prefer CBD-based products over THC. CBD is available in edibles, topicals, sublingual, and even vapes.

What Are CBD Capsules?

CBD capsules are ingestibles that deliver Cannabidiol to the body through the gut. They are non-psychoactive and do not cause high feelings like THC-based capsules. CBD capsules are consumed orally like other CBD edibles. Their effects do not kick in immediately, as with vapes and tinctures. This is because CBD has to go through the digestive process and metabolism before it is absorbed into the bloodstream to be used throughout the body. CBD capsules are pre-dosed with different CBD concentrations, making them a better option to dose your daily CBD intake conveniently.

What Do CBD Capsules Do?

CBD products are used to treat various medical conditions. They can help with several health issues. Some of the benefits that come with taking CBD capsules include the following:

Pain Relief

Schilling et al. (2021) suggested that Cannabidiol also has pain-relieving effects that can help patients with chronic and other types of pain. CBD interacts with receptors in the endocannabinoid system and influences them to send pain-relieving effects. The endocannabinoid system is a complex network in the human body that helps regulate most body functions, including pain, mood, appetite, sleep, memory, and other brain-signaling systems. Argueta et al. (2020)suggested that CBD is an effective treatment for chronic pain associated with a kidney transplant, peripheral neuropathy, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and cancer.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression are among the conditions CBD  cantreat. There are thousands of studies with promising results indicating the efficacy of CBD in treating stress and anxiety-related disorders. Ferber et al. (2020) claimed that CBD interacts with CB1 and CB2 receptors, the major endocannabinoid receptors that control serotonin levels. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that regulates anxiety, stress, mood, and mental health. Anxiety andstress levels increase when serotonin levels decrease. CBD increases serotonin levels, reduces anxiety, and enhances overall mood.Blessings et al. (2015) proved that CBD is a potential treatment for anxiety disorders such as social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder when administered acutely.

Insomnia

Kim et al. (2022) proved that CBD interacts with the endocannabinoid system regulating major bodily functions such as pain, mood, and appetite, including sleep. CBD has a great impact on enhancing sleep quality and treating common sleep disorders. Unlike other sleep aids, such as pills with some side effects, CBD is a more natural alternative to treat insomnia and help develop a healthy sleep-wake cycle. Moltke &Hindocha(2021) suggested that people use CBD to help them deal with stress, anxiety, and other sleep problems that may cause insomnia.

Alleviate Chemotherapy Side Effects

Many patients undergoing cancer treatments (chemotherapy) often experience unpleasant side effects such as vomiting and nausea. CBD capsules may help alleviate chemotherapy-induced vomiting and nausea. Simonian et al. (2020) showed that CBD alleviates side effects associated with chemotherapy in children.

Soothe Acne

Acne is among the most common skin conditions many people struggle with today. Acne forms as a result of inflammations and excessive skin oil production. CBD is widely known to possess anti-inflammatory effects that can help manage acne. Besides, it helps reduce excess sebum production, which may significantly contribute to acne formation. CBD capsules can be an alternative treatment for acne and other skin conditions with inflammatory origin. Peyravian et al. (2022)showed the anti-inflammatory effects of Cannabidiol on acne. The study found that CBD was a safe and well-tolerated anti-inflammatory treatment for acne.

Conclusion

CBD is a naturally-occurring compound of the cannabis plant that comes with various health benefits. While there are limited results on what CBD capsules can do, the available studies on Cannabidiol show that CBD capsules may benefit humans in several ways. Capsules are generally a convenient way to dose your daily CBD since they are pre-dosed. Although they may take longer to produce desired effects, CBD capsules are undoubtedly among the best in providing long-lasting effects. Before purchasing CBD capsules, ensure that the supplier has third-party test results to verify the quality of their products. Additionally, CBD is still under study, and a lot of new information is flooding the market daily. Users should consult with their medical practitioners before self-medicating on CBD.

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Moltke, J., & Hindocha, C. (2021). Reasons for cannabidiol use: a cross-sectional study of CBD users, focusing on self-perceived stress, anxiety, and sleep problems. Journal of cannabis research, 3(1), 1-12.

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