How CBD Oil Helped My Arthritis & Celiac Based Digestive Challenge
CBD oil. What is it? Why do we keep
hearing about it? I’m going to share my personal experience with CBD oil
as Holistic Nutritionist of the Year for Canada, and why it took the
lead for me.
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Cannabidiol is extracted from the
flowers and buds of cannabis or hemp plants. It does not produce
intoxication; marijuana’s “high” is caused by the chemical
tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
CBD oil has been shown to reduce
inflammation, anxiety and offer relief to those suffering from both. No
wonder we keep hearing about it. Relief from both health challenges
without the detrimental side effects of pharmaceuticals.
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a major element,
making up 40 percent of the plant’s extract and has a wider medical
benefit than THC. CBD-rich cannabis can be prescribed for patients
seeking anti-inflammatory, anti-pain, anti-anxiety and anti-spasm
effect. CBD does not make people feel “stoned” or “high,” and can
actually counteract the anxiety-driven tendencies of THC.
When CBD is at higher levels in medical
marijuana, CBD can enhance TCH’s negative effects. CBD is the cannabis
compound that has found to have significant benefits for treating people
with anxiety. CBD is known to act on serotonin receptors and may help
regenerate brain cells that are lost or damaged as a result of chronic
anxiety and depression.
Yet, the increase in demands to feel the
“high” produced by cannabis with stronger levels of THC eventually led
to marijuana being used recreationally, as opposed to medically. For
many years, marijuana production to increase the levels of THC led to
the decrease in CBD levels to trace amounts.
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Now Enter CBD Oil
As a celiac now for 28 years, and North
America’s Gluten-Free Expert, inflammation is par for the course as a
celiac and individual with rheumatoid arthritis such as myself. The pain
one can experience after ingesting gluten is harsh. Digestive upset,
inflammation in the joints and a myriad of other inflammatory responses
become normal. I personally have been on a proton pump inhibitor called
Tecta at a 40mg- 80 mg strength for over 5 years to manage some of the
symptoms associated with both celiac disease and a hiatus hernia.
What is a proton pump inhibitor?
Basically, it blocks the production of acid in the stomach to offer
relief. Sounds great UNTIL you read the side effects associated with
taking a pharmaceutical like Tecta.
Side effects include:
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Itching
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Itching
Nausea
Ironic isn’t it? Taking a pharmaceutical
to manage the very symptoms that are part of the side effects of taking
such medications. Now add on the inflammation in the eyes that can set
in as an individual with rheumatoid arthritis. Then add a prescription
of cortisone drops and you create further destruction in the
gastrointestinal system. One finds themselves caught in a vicious circle
of managing symptoms by pharmaceuticals that only offer short-term
relief while managing their side effects.
I kept hearing about CBD oil as in the
industry and as any pioneer in this industry, you watch, read and
listen. Then you try it.
I can very proudly say I have personally tried and am taking Nu-Leaf CBD
oil now for 13 days and have not once needed to use either my
corticosteroid drops for my eye inflammation OR my proton pump
inhibitor. The results speak for themselves.
Nu-Leaf CBD oil is:-All natural, raw, with no additives or preservatives
-Made from non-GMO hemp plants grown on select farms in Colorado, USA
-100% Organic; NO herbicides, pesticides, or chemical fertilizers used
-Legal in all 50 states and in over 40 countries
All of their wellness products are lab-tested for quality and purity. The product is concentrated to approximately 50mg cannabinoids per millilitre of oil.
May I suggest doing your research and
looking at the feedback yourself and encourage you if you are suffering
like I was? Do something about it and always remember YOU are the
steward of your health and let your choices reflect that.
Kathy SmartCanadian Holistic Nutritionist of the Year for Canada, North America’s Gluten-Free Expert, CEO of Live The Smart Way ™ and Live The Smart Way Expo™
www.LiveTheSmartWay.com
Instagram: KathyisSmart
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