Over recent years CBD has grown in popularity. Once seen as a form of cannabis and therefore something you should avoid, it is now seen in a more positive light for a host of varied reasons. CBD is a natural product which many believe can provide a number of benefits for both your physical and mental health.

There are still a large number of people who are sceptical about CBD and wonder why it is becoming so popular. Although there isn’t a great deal of scientific evidence backing it’s benefits, many studies have been carried out which link the use of CBD to a number of health benefits.

One of the appealing factors about CBD is that it can be taken in a range of forms. Whether you use a cream or balm infused with the ingredient, or via a CBD oil or supplement; each form aims to improve an aspect of your overall health.

With large numbers of people now turning to CBD to better their health or to reduce aches and pains, here are some of the reported ways in which CBD may be able to help you.

Reducing pain

For many of its users CBD is seen as a natural pain relief, which can match the effects of some prescribed medications. Studies have been released showing that people who suffer with chronic pain caused by the likes of arthritis and recurring back problems, have seen a reduction in their symptoms when taking CBD.

As well as chronic pain, products containing CBD such as creams and balms have also been known to help with areas of discomfort around the body.

Improving mental health

People suffering from anxiety and depression, often find the symptoms hard to manage. Although there are a number of prescribed medications which you can take and have positive effects, a number of mental health sufferers believe CBD can reduce a number of the symptoms.

Some of the symptoms which come with suffering from mental health issues include increased heart rate, feeling stressed and not sleeping properly. People who suffer with these issues and take CBD, have reportedly seen an improvement in their symptoms.

Could CBD have an impact on future health?

There’s no way of saying whether or not CBD will last for the foreseeable future or if it will lose its popularity over time. However, studies are being carried out to see whether or not there is a positive link between CBD and illnesses which affect the brain.

If the research proves to be successful, then hopefully CBD can provide some sort of breakthrough for treating the likes of alzheimer’s, parkinson’s disease and potentially prevent the risks of a stroke.

It’s clear to see that when you look past the negative press, CBD really can have the potential to improve both your physical and mental health.