The list of benefits and advantages of the cannabis compound, CBD, seems to keep growing. Recently, studies suggested that cannabidiol or CBD, a compound produced by the cannabis plant has the potential to prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection. A survey of real-world patients taking prescribed CBD found a “significant” negative relationship between CBD consumption and COVID-19 infection.
Before you go light up your next joint, it’s necessary to clarify that smoking marijuana does not protect you from COVID-19. Sorry! However, this news is still significant in the war against the virus. Scientists and doctors are working tirelessly to find new and novel ways to combat the infection and its symptoms, and in doing so might have stumbled across a groundbreaking development.
When taken in the right way and in the right amount, the non-psychoactive compound acts as a blocker, inhibiting and reversing many effects of the COVID virus. It has also been observed that cannibidiolic acid—or CBD-A, the precursor molecule to CBD, when heated—prevented the entry of the coronavirus into isolated human cells. If that’s too technical, what it essentially means is that the molecule acts as a guard at the gate, keeping unwanted visitors (like the virus) out, thereby keeping you (the host) safe!
It may be early to fully understand and implement an effective treatment plan for COVID-19 using CBD alone, yet, these studies give us a beacon of hope. In the past, CBD has proven to provide pain relief, stress relief and as effective medicine for arthritis. Perhaps COVID-19 and its symptoms can be avoided or treated with the use of CBD oil too. Wouldn’t that be a welcome respite?
However, doctors have warned not to consider CBD or its derivatives as an alternate to vaccines and to continue following preventative measures like wearing a mask and social distancing while outside.
We’ll keep following the research and see where it takes us, remaining cautiously optimistic for our collective futures.
Article written by Renuka Vasu
Gifts that say “I care about you”.
The holiday season is upon us, and we know this is the time of year to indulge in all our most naughty cravings! But how about trying to shift the focus onto some things “nice” instead? This way, we give ourselves a head start on our New Year’s resolutions while still enjoying the glee and excitement of ripping wrapping paper open on Christmas day. Our gift curators put together a wholesome list of gifts and some ways to give to the ones you love (yourself included).
Storing and drinking water from a copper bottle has a wide range of health benefits that you may not be aware of. Copper has an antibacterial effect that purifies the water and is one of the best ways to kill any bacteria that might contaminate it. Copper has many other benefits. It also helps the body maintain its pH balance, helps to boost immunity and balances all three doshas – vata, kapha and pitta.
These spiky little mats are a quick and easy way to get muscle pain relief and release tension in your body. Simply lie on the mat and allow the thousands of acupuncture points to get stimulated, increasing blood circulation, releasing tight muscles, reducing inflammation and improving the flow of endorphins in your body. When you’re done, just roll the mat neatly away.
Lifehack: using Eucalyptus bath products is an excellent way to get your shower to smell incredible. Not only will you be mentally transported to a tranquil and serene spa-like environment, but Eucalyptus also soothes your skin and reduces inflammation. This is a quick way to cope with the stress of your day. While you might enjoy your showers a lot more after this, always be mindful of how much water you are consuming!
The perfect gift for someone who is extremely busy and always on the go, this journal asks only five minutes of your day yet gives you a whole host of benefits in return. By spending time exploring yourself, you will observe tiny shifts that change the entire nature of your life. (P.S. if you’re planning to gift this to someone, buy a copy for yourself too!)
CannaReleaf Stress Management Cannabis Leaf Extract
Leave your stress, worries and anxieties in the past and start the new year with this therapeutic stress management and pain reliever. Cannabis leaf extract is aimed to improve the quality of your life. Hemp leaf extract works with your body’s cannabinoids to provide you with a natural treatment for stress and sleep disorders.The best part is that the formulation is entirely natural.
Help your loved one destress over the holidays with this bundle of fragrant teas. With notes of rose, tulsi and saffron, these teas will melt away the worries of the day and leave you feeling rejuvenated for the week ahead. Sit back, relax and enjoy the perfect brew that’s in your cup. This is also a great gift for colleagues so they can manage stress in the workplace.
Article written by Renuka Vasu
Introduce this powerful product into your arsenal and reap its many benefits.
Hot flashes, mood swings, cramps in the abdomen and sharp lightning-bolt pains down your back sound familiar? You’re probably going through your monthly period. No amount of chocolates and hot water bottles can shake the feeling of a low black cloud hanging over your days.
Did you know that over 90% of women say they experience similar premenstrual symptoms? Not that that’s supposed to make you feel any better. But it is a staggering number of women who share the same problem. What’s even more significant is that one in five Indian women suffer from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder that can have serious impacts on a woman’s health. PCOS is known to cause fertility issues, unwanted male-pattern hair growth and other complications due to an imbalance in a woman’s hormones.
Of course, seeking medical help is the right thing to do if you suspect you might have PCOS too. However, most often, women tend to overlook this issue since it isn’t life-threatening. We chalk it up to a poor lifestyle, bad eating habits or stress (all of which are contributors) and delay getting the help we need. In the case of PCOS, hormone regulation can alleviate some of the negative effects of the disease or syndrome.
Recently, there has been a lot of interest in studying the role of cannabidiol (CBD) oil in restoring hormone imbalances. It’s able to do so by acting on the endocannabinoid system, responsible for regulating various processes in the body. A human being’s endocannabinoid system regulates things like stress, mood, fertility, pain and immune function, and it can be stimulated by CBD, a cannabinoid produced by the hemp plant. Essentially, the CBD found in hemp plants can act on your own endocannabinoid system to influence major hormones like cortisol, serotonin and insulin. They can increase your pain-bearing capacity and decrease chronic pain.
Along with PCOS, CBD oil can also be effective in helping women with endometriosis and dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in a similar way. Simply put, CBD blocks some of your pain receptors, thereby giving you relief from those terrible cramps and shooting pains that leave you curled in your bed in the foetal position. Hemp-based CBD products also regulate the secretion of cortisol, more commonly known as the stress hormone, giving you relief from prolonged anxiety and tension. Another popular benefit of using CBD oil is pain relief. Using the oil can increase your pain-bearing capacity and decrease chronic pain.
CBD oil is a naturally occurring substance so its effects are noticed gradually over time. Remember that while CBD oil is potent and powerful, it isn’t a miracle cure that will make your pain disappear overnight. It’s important to use your CBD products for a sustained period of 2-6 months in order to feel any results. Who knows, you might just discover a new way to fight those gloomy period blues!
Article written by Renuka Vasu
