Despite CBD’s popularity, there’s a lot we still don’t know about the compound. Here are 5 things that experts believe CBD can treat.

CBD is one of the world’s most popular compounds, with the market expected to reach $20 billion by 2024. The product is safe enough that consumer can use it out without worrying about any noticeable changes in their behavior. Unlike THC, CBD doesn’t cause any paranoia or head highs (it’s not psychedelic).

Despite the expected growth and popularity of the compound, there’s a lot of mystery that surrounds CBD. Unless you’re a cannabis consumer, involved in the industry, or were introduced to the compound by a friend who knows, odds are people won’t know the effects of the compound and the purposes in which it could be used.

There’s still many unanswered questions about CBD, but out of the studies that have been conducted and the anecdotal evidence of thousands of people around the world, CBD has several perks that could make it a nice addition to your self-care routine. Here are 5 things CBD is good for:

Unwinding

CBD is primarily known for its relaxing effects, which can influence people’s mental and physical health. Studies conducted on rats show that the compound is effective at making subjects relax. When taken with THC, CBD is effective at managing the effects of the former, reducing the risk of paranoia, anxiety and other negative side effects associated with THC. 

Treating physical pain

CBD’s second most popular effect is the treatment of different types of pain, whether occasional or chronic. Studies conducted on animals show that CBD can help manage pain and reduce inflammation. “There are also observational studies that ask why people use CBD and if it’s effective, and results tend to be quite positive,” Kevin Boehnke, Ph.D told Michigan Health. “People report using CBD for anxiety, pain, sleep — all things that go hand-in-hand with chronic pain.”

Coping with stress and anxiety

A large percentage of people started using CBD products as a way of coping with the pandemic and the stress that it causes. A 2019 Japanese study followed older Japanese teenagers diagnosed with social anxiety disorder and concluded that CBD significantly decreased anxiety.

CBD is also non-intoxicating, making it a good option for just about anyone who’s feeling anxious.

Skincare

Lots of independent and well-known skincare and beauty brands are choosing to include CBD in their products, mostly due to CBD’s effects on inflammation. This feature makes CBD helpful for treating sore and irritated skin or eliminating the stress and pain caused by acne.

Overall health

Most of the data available on CBD is circumstantial, meaning that it should be taken with a grain of salt. Some people argue that CBD’s effects could be a placebo, since people assume CBD will help whatever ails them. While there’s no way of knowing until there’s more research on the compound, some CBD products have proved to be helpful when it comes to sleep, and coping with pain and stress.