Fighting stress

WHY FIGHT STRESS

Stress is both an engine and a killer. As living organisms, we urgently need environmental pressure to maintain our development. Without stress, there would be no dynamics of life and a certain level of stress is therefore not only beneficial for us, but also absolutely essential. So how is it possible that, according to a Harvard study, we are going through an epidemic of chronic diseases, 85% of which are stress-related?

In order for stress to remain beneficial for us, it is necessary to balance it with a sufficient amount of energy. And that's what we're missing. When there is too much stress on us, it essentially exhausts us. Thus, chronic stress-related diseases do not actually arise because we have stress, but because there is too much of it and we do not have enough energy to manage it.

However, even without leading to the most serious illnesses, stress objectively reduces the quality of our lives and, if nothing else, is unpleasant and psychologically demanding for us. If we are under psychological pressure, then we sleep poorly, eat poorly and are in a bad mood. For all these reasons, we should make sure that stress does not kill us. And it is the substance with the acronym CBD that would help us safely, according to the latest research and experience of millions of people around the world.

WHAT THE CBD IS

CBD or cannabidiol is one of more than a hundred discovered cannabinoids, substances that occur naturally in the cannabis plant. Research in recent years clearly indicates that cannabinoids (among the best known are, in addition to CBD, such as THC or CBG) have a huge potential to have a very positive and comprehensive effect on our physical and mental health.

To date, all indications are that CBD and other cannabis substances could become a natural and well-functioning alternative to conventional medicines in the field of stress, depression and anxiety management and maintaining general well-being, which, in more acute cases, work relatively well but negative effects on other aspects of our health (including an increased likelihood of heart failure or addiction) and are not optimal for regular use.

HOW CBD WORKS

The reason why CBD and other cannabinoids can have a positive effect on the state of our body and mind is the fact that there is a so-called endocannabinoid system in our body (and in the body of all other mammals). This system consists, among other things, of receptors that bind cannabinoids to each other. Our body can make its own cannabinoids - so-called endocannabinoids - on its own. In addition, however, there are phytocannabinoids, which are cannabinoids that come from the cannabis plant. Although endocannabinoids and phytocannabinoids have different chemical compositions, they act very similarly.

The endocannabinoid system has only recently been discovered, and we know in particular that it is responsible for regulating many bodily functions. The cannabinoids that we create then affect our entire body and make sure that everything inside us treads as it should. And that includes our psyche. However, if there is an imbalance in our body for some reason, we can achieve re-harmony through cannabinoids such as CBD.

IS CBD SAFE?

We already know that conventional stress medications can cause additional health problems when overused. CBD and other cannabinoids do not pose similar risks to us. No adverse side effects have been confirmed for these substances. If an unwelcome reaction occurred, for example, because of the interaction between CBD and another drug used, the effect of CBD suppressed this effect.

However, the CBD itself has so far always confirmed that it is very safe for us and it is practically impossible to overdose on it. Phytocannabinoids - although their chemical composition differs from that of endocannabinoids, but they work very similarly - are actually very natural for our body. However, please note that any definitive health claims are still not allowed. This is mainly due to the fact that cannabinoid research is still relatively fresh. Until we know the long-term effects of cannabinoids on the human body, we cannot say with certainty that it is 100% safe and under all circumstances.

Many people are still worried about cannabinoids, mostly because they see the cannabis plant as synonymous with marijuana, which contains the most famous cannabinoid in the world - narcotic THC. However, CBD cannabinoid does not have these consciousness-altering capabilities and is therefore completely and utterly safe, even for professional athletes or drivers who cannot afford any prohibited substance in their blood. CBD is therefore 100% legal, it really has only a minimum of side effects, which also occur with a certain combination of CBD with some other substance.

CBD FOR OVERALL MENTAL WELL-BEING

Do you suffer from stress, anxiety or mood disorders? Then try your endocannabinoid system to supply CBD and promote your mental health in a completely natural way. Due to the almost non-existent side effects and the practical impossibility of overdosing on cannabinoids, you have nothing to lose. Many users who deal with mental health today refer to CBD as a miraculous salvation, others do not feel their effect on themselves. However, according to studies, about two-thirds of users - a clear majority - have had a positive effect on their state of mind with prolonged use.

So cannabinoids work a little differently on everyone and their effects are influenced by a large number of factors. These include weight, age, metabolic rate, sensitivity to cannabinoids, the type and intensity of the problem (such as pain) and much more. So all we have to do is try the CBD and experiment a bit

And what are the main benefits of CBD and other cannabinoids in combating excessive stress and general mental discomfort?

• INCREASES GABA ACTIVITY. GABA is a neuroinhibitor in our brain that, in simple terms, has the task of slowing down our minds. As we are overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or panic, GABA and its calming abilities come into play. And if there is not enough GABA, it is much easier for us to get restless, an anxiety and mental discomfort. Studies have shown that there is an interaction between CBD and GABA that supports the ability of naturally produced GABA to bind to the receptor and fully function.

• REGULATES SEROTONIN AND DOPAMINE. There are three main neurotransmitters responsible for regulating mood and maintaining a balanced mental state. If there is an imbalance in our brain, our mental state will lose balance. CBD can stimulate serotonin and dopamine receptors and thus support the action of serotonin and dopamine in our brain. Anxiety or panic attacks may occur when the activity of these receptors is low.
• REDUCES NON-SETTLEMENT. Recent research strongly supports the theory that inflammation in the brain is the main cause of anxiety, depression and mood swings. Our brain is protected by the blood-brain barrier, which is a membrane that prevents unwanted compounds from moving from the blood to the brain, disrupting a very delicate chemical balance. If this membrane is seized by inflammation, its integrity can be disrupted and chemicals enter the brain, which upset our neurotransmitter balance and thus negatively affect our psyche.
• IMPROVES SLEEP QUALITY. Undoubtedly, our overall mental state is also affected by the quality of our sleep. According to research, one bad night is even enough to keep us from feeling the next day. And so a vicious circle can unfold so quickly, when we are stressed and irritated by a lack of sleep and then sleep poorly from an excess of stress and mental discomfort. The CBD can regulate both. During the day it helps maintain optimal balance in our brain and at night it helps us sleep well and undisturbed.
• REDUCES CORTISOL LEVEL. Cortisol, or stress hormone, begins to be released from the adrenal glands when a stressful situation occurs, such as an approaching deadline. This substance is responsible for the changes that occur during a stressful situation in our body. These include fast heartbeat, high blood pressure and brain stimulation. As soon as the stress situation subsides, cortisol excretion should cease. However, in many people, the production of cortisol stops only after a long time, and thus a mental imbalance occurs. And it is the CBD and other cannabinoids that can significantly reduce this excretion.
• PROTECTS AGAINST OXIDATION DAMAGE. Oxidative damage is very closely related to the ability of excessive stress to destroy and degrade our body. Stress can accumulate harmful free radicals in our body and destroy tissues throughout the body. If we experience stress just right, we can reduce and correct these effects thanks to the subsequent rest. However, if there is too much stress, a problem arises. CBD contains a large amount of antioxidants, which have the ability to neutralize free radicals and thus prevent them from destroying our body.