CBD for a better mood?

Cannabidiol (commonly known as CBD) has been the subject of numerous research studies which have demonstrated the benefits of this molecule for our health. Promising avenues for treating mood disorders and depression have been identified.

Depression and other anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that can have a lasting negative impact on health, social life, work capacity and general well-being. Very often, patients turn to their doctor for a medical prescription. Unfortunately there can be undesirable side effects that are known for antidepressants: insomnia, mood swings, etc. Additionally, there is a possibility of withdrawal symptoms when the patient stops treatment. The discovery of the endocannabinoid system has opened up new avenues for treating these disorders.

Cannabinoids (endocannabinoids) produced in the body help regulate various bodily functions. For example mood, pain , sleep and even appetite. CBD works to improve your mood by binding to certain points on brain cells, called receptors, whereby it enhances the action of a chemical called serotonin. Serotonin affects several functions of the human body, including emotional state, happiness and sense of well-being. Balancing the body's natural serotonin levels is an essential treatment for people suffering from depression and mood disorders. Without an adequate amount of serotonin, the brain does not function properly, and negative feelings and anxiety may arise.

Research shows that in most cases, CBD appears to positively interact with serotonin receptors in the brain to improve your mood. By binding to these receptors, intake is increased and mood disorders are less likely to occur. And the few side effects experienced by CBD users are minor (a few cases of nausea or drowsiness), therefore not comparable to pharmaceutical products.

We recommend oral administration of CBD, in the form of oil or capsules. These formats are easily dosed and act over time on the body. The effectiveness of CBD for mood is in fact better when consumed regularly in maintenance or preventive doses. Note also that it can be used to treat acute flare-ups.

To start, taking 10 to 25 mg daily should allow you to feel an improvement. This dosage remains to be assessed according to each person's morphology. The effects of CBD may persist for a few hours after taking the dose, and most people report feeling better for up to 24 hours afterward.

CBD does not completely cure depression and mood disorders. However, it has been found to significantly improve the symptoms of these conditions. But before you start, talk to your doctor; this will avoid any drug interactions if you are already on treatment.