CBD Gummies for Arthritis in the UK. Do They Work?
CBD Gummies for Arthritis in the UK. Do They Work?
CBD gummies dispense health benefits suitable for pain relief for arthritis and other chronic pains. This article discusses the health benefits of Cannabidiol and its possible side effect on users.
CBD is legal in the UK. This is due to the compound's health benefits, such as alleviating stress and anxiety, pain, and sleep disorders. The cannabis-infused gummies are formulated in vapes, topicals, and edibles, including gummies. The infusion of CBD in edibles has simplified the use of CBD for consumers who would otherwise dislike the earthy taste of CBD. The gummies contain Cannabidiol with less than 0.2% THC in the UK, making them non-psychoactive. The gummies are a subset of CBD edibles that pass through the digestive system before they manifest in the body; good quality gummies take 30 minutes to 2 hours to show their effects.
What Is CBD?
CBD is a chemical compound derived from the cannabis plant. Cannabidiol is ranked the second most abundant component of cannabis after tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). It does not have psychoactive effects; it cannot cause a high feeling for its users. Hemp-derived CBD is mainly infused in cannabis products due to its low levels of THC. According to Niesink& van Laar (2013), THC alters the user's mental state resulting in a high feeling. Three types of CBD are infused in different products: full-spectrum CBD, broad-spectrum, and isolate CBD. The full spectrum CBD has all the compounds from the plant. Broad-spectrum CBD has all the cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids except THC. In contrast, the isolate is the purest form of Cannabidiol; they contain Cannabidiol as the main active compound from cannabis.
What Are CBD Gummies?
CBD gummies are chewy edibles infused with Cannabidiol. They come in various shapes, colors, flavors, and sizes. They are discrete and ideal for beginners because they cover the weedy taste of cannabis. However, CBD gummies take a long for their effects to manifest in the body; they are subjected to a first-pass effect before they manifest. It takes take 30 to 60 minutes to get the gummies' effects. However, the gummies linger much longer in the system than other consumption methods; the consumer will benefit more despite taking to manifest in the body.
CBD gummies can be taken at any time of the day. Although most people use them in the morning and evening, some use them depending on their needs. For example, one can take CBD in the morning to get energy or in the evening to achieve sleep.
The Right Dose for CBD Gummies
CBD gummies are dosage differently depending user's needs. However, most gummies range from 5mg to 25mg. Users should start low and slow until they get the right amount of CBD gummies for their conditions. The reason for using CBD determines the amount of CBD gummies to consume; more profound problems like chronic pain may require larger amounts than subtle issues like sleeplessness. For example, CBD can help improve sleep since it targets sleeplessness precursors like pain (Überall, 2020). Therefore, CBD gummies taken for sleep can be less than those taken for pain.
Heath Benefits of CBD Gummies
Alleviating Arthritis Pain
Studies indicate that CBD can alleviate arthritis pain due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Users have experienced reduced pain and inflammation after using CBD drugs called Sativex.
Offset Anxiety, Stress, and Depression
Calming anxiety, stress, and depression are known effects of CBD, as suggested by Shannon (2019). Studies showed reduced depression and stress upon the administration of CBD.
Treat Epilepsy
Epidiolex is the only CBD drug approved for medical use. It is used in treating epilepsy diagnosed during childhood. Patients administered with CBD showed reduced rates of seizures, indicating its effectiveness.
Factors Affecting the Effect of CBD on the Body
The impact of CBD on the body depends on the following factors;
The Metabolism Rates
The metabolism rate determines how long the user will benefit from the compound. Users with a higher metabolism rate will clear the product from the body and determines how fast the user will feel the effects.
Body Size and Weight
The Cannabidiol consumer's body size can affect the surfacing Cannabidiol effect. Just like some medicines and alcohol can affect body weight and size, CBD is too. People with large body sizes take longer to feel the effect of Cannabidiol because the compound has to cover a large surface area compared to those with small body sizes.
The Type of CBD
CBD comes in three spectrums; full spectrum, broad spectrum, and CBD isolate. The full-spectrum products contain traces of the psychoactive THC. CBD and THC work together to create an entourage effect.
The Concentration of CBD
The amount of CBD infused in cannabis has its impact felt. A highly concentrated CBD product has an immediate effect compared to a lowly concentrated Cannabidiol. Since the approval and legalization of CBD, many companies have ventured into the products, thus opening a loophole for counterfeit products. The factors to consider when choosing the gummies including;
- The source of CBD infused in the product
- The type of CBD in the product; is full spectrum, broad-spectrum, or CBD isolates.
- Third-party tested.
- Certificate of analysis (COA).
- Manufacturers' reputation.
The Bottom Line
CBD is derived from the cannabis plant. Hemp-derived CBD is emphasized for its low level of THC. THC is the common marijuana compound known for its effect on the brain. CBD is accessible in stores and online stores infused in different products, including gummies. The gummies are easy to incorporate into the consumer's daily routine. They take a long to manifest because it is taken through the digestion process before it is absorbed into the bloodstream. The cannabis-infused gummies offer different health benefits, including easing arthritis pain, alleviating stress, depression, and anxiety, and improving sleep. While CBD is largely tolerated in the body, an overdose of low-quality products could have negative effects.
References
Überall, M. A. (2020). A review of scientific evidence for THC: CBD oromucosal spray (nabiximols) in the management of chronic pain. Journal of pain research, 13, 399.
Shannon, S., Lewis, N., Lee, H., & Hughes, S. (2019). Cannabidiol in anxiety and sleep: a large case series. The Permanente Journal, 23.
Niesink, R. J., & van Laar, M. W. (2013). Does cannabidiol protect against the adverse psychological effects of THC? Frontiers in psychiatry, 4, 130.
