How to Take CBD Oil for Migraines
Migraines are one of the worst
common problems you can experience. They go above and beyond the pain levels of
the standard stress-related headache and, worst of all, a migraine can last up
to 72 hours. During this period, many people find it impossible to undertake
even minor household tasks, so they are forced to lie down in a dark room
feeling absolutely debilitated and awful.
Painkillers can be a good
solution to alleviating the painful and uncomfortable symptoms of migraine
headaches temporarily, but many people are concerned about the potentially
harmful side effects that accompany over the counter brands.
All is not lost, however. There
is an excellent solution to overcoming migraines and it comes from a cannabis
plant.
What Is CBD Oil?
CBD is just one of the active
compounds present in a marijuana plant. Over the past year alone, CBD products
have risen to fame due to their powerful abilities to naturally treat an array
of medical conditions—and that includes chronic migraines.
What Does Research Say about CBD Oil?
There is still limited research
investigating the use of CBD and hemp oil to effectively treat research. This
is mainly due to rules and regulations put in place around the legality of
cannabis in each state and country, but the lab studies that have been
performed suggest that CBD is capable of relieving all forms of acute pain and
also chronic pain. Migraines included.
What Is the Best Way to Take CBD Oil to Alleviate Migraines?
While certain states in the US
are still debating the use of medical cannabis and cannabis-based products as a
mainstream way of treating illness, the cannabis plant has been used as an
alternative medical tool for nearly 3000 years, according to the National
Cancer Institute. Its use has largely been focused on pain management, reducing
inflammation and also to manage neurological symptoms, which is good news for
migraine sufferers.
Cannabis-based oil is mainly
taken by vaping or ingesting it orally. Newcomers to the world of CBD may want
to start by consuming by putting a few drops of it under their tongue, or even
eating a CBD-infused sweet as potential side effects are reduced via this
method.
If you are experiencing a severe
headache or migraine and you don’t have to leave the house, vaping the oil
might be more beneficial as it will work quicker. When you vape CBD oil, the
beneficial compounds will be delivered straight to your bloodstream via your
lungs, offering migraine relief.
How Much CBD Oil Should I Take?
There aren’t currently any formal
guidelines for how much CBD oil you should take if you are experiencing
migraine attacks. However, several experts recommend using somewhere around
10–20 mg each day for treating severe and chronic pain, so could also work as
migraine treatment.
When you take CBD oil for the
first time, it is always advisable to start with a minute dose of the tincture
and then work your way up. This will give your body time to adapt to the oil
and also reduce the risk of any adverse reactions you might have.
Are There Any Risks or Side Effects Accompanying CBD Oil?
Generally speaking, the risks and
side effects of CBD are incredibly minute. This is exactly why people are
choosing cannabis-based products over addictive medications to treat their
unbearable migraines and pain relief. If you are sensitive, in general, you
could experience an upset stomach or feel drowsy. This will also depend on
several other factors including the strain of cannabis you choose.
The effects of CBD can also be influenced
by the way you ingest it. If you are not a smoker and you vape it, you might
find you are susceptible to lung irritation. If you suffer from asthma or
another type of lung disease, then vaping might not be the best course of
action for you.
Will I Get High?
Pure CBD and CBD oils are derived
from the cannabis plant, but not all oils are created equal. You can find some
strains of CBD oil that contain only minor quantities of THC (the component of
cannabis that makes you feel high when you smoke weed) and others that contain
an almost equal balance of THC and CBD, in which case you might feel a gentle
euphoria.
To make it easier for you to get
your head around it, there are two types of CBD strains that are currently
widely available for purchase.
- CBD-dominant: Very limited amounts of THC or even none at all.
- CBD-rich: Both CBD and THC are present in equal proportions.
There are no psychoactive
properties in CBD oil, so even if you choose a product that contains just as
much THC, the CBD component will counteract the effects of THC. So, if you
don’t want to get high, but you want to benefit from medical marijuana- CBD
could be an excellent choice for you.
Is CBD Oil Legal?
Because of the fact that
traditional cannabis contains psychoactive components, it remains illegal in
many parts of the United States. That said, over the past couple of years, some
states have legalized cannabis solely for medical purposes. Other states have
gone ahead and legalized it completely. If you are lucky enough to live in a
state where you can legally use marijuana for medicinal or recreational
purposes, then you will also be able to access CBD oil.
This article by Madeleine Taylor
is originally published at SundayScaries.