Health Benefits of Cannabis Products

The cannabis plant has been celebrated for its ability to heal for centuries. However, it has only been in the past few years that the scientific community in Canada and the United States have legally been able to explore the health benefits associated with cannabis products. 

Compared to the previous decade, we now have access to an extensive body of research on the effects of various cannabinoids, and their value in medical treatments and recreational usage. If you are unclear on the health benefits of cannabis, our team at Happy Tree Buds is happy to share all of these details so that our customers can find the perfect products for their needs.

Whether you are looking for a natural alternative to a medication that you are currently taking, or you are simply hoping to improve your lifestyle, there are many ways in which cannabis can contribute to your health. Continue reading for a complete breakdown of everything we currently know about marijuana in relation to our health.

Relief From Anxiety

One of the primary reasons why the medical community has become interested in cannabinoids is because of their potential to treat sufferers of anxiety. Cannabidiol is a highly active cannabinoid that produces a calming effect on the mind, without the experience of being high. The mental and body high that famously comes from smoking weed is specifically caused by CBD’s counterpart, tetrahydrocannabinol. Therefore, pure CBD products can relieve symptoms of anxiety on a daily basis without disrupting one’s mental state. Additionally, evidence has pointed to the stimulation of a neurotransmitter known as GABA in users of marijuana. This chemical in the brain is known to stop panic attacks in sufferers of chronic anxiety.

Relief From Depression

CBD is not the only cannabinoid with healing powers. THC also plays a role in our health by slightly increasing levels of serotonin activity in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is responsible for regulating our mood, sleep cycles, wound healing, blood flow, and more. For sufferers of chronic depression, the body does not naturally release a sufficient amount of serotonin to stabilize our mood, or contribute to the other aforementioned health markers. For this reason, antidepressants such as SSRIs work to raise levels of serotonin. Marijuana naturally produces a similar effect, and is slowly becoming more common in medical treatment plans for mental health disorders.

Pain Management

Marijuana is not only known for producing a mind-altering high, but many strains also leave users with a relaxing body buzz. This bodily experience is what inspired some of the earliest medical uses of cannabis. Cancer patients suffering the painful side effects of chemotherapy have long been prescribed medical marijuana for physical relief. Today, the use of marijuana for pain management has expanded, with many recreational users replacing over-the-counter painkillers with cannabis products. This health benefit is especially useful for those who have been prescribed opioids to treat chronic pain. Unfortunately, these pharmaceutical drugs are notoriously, extremely addictive. Many patients with these prescriptions come away from treatment with a serious dependency on these harmful substances. Marijuana products are an excellent, non-addictive alternative that can be used to naturally treat pain from injuries, headaches, underlying health conditions, and more.

Improved Sleep Health

As previously mentioned, the cannabinoid CBD has a calming effect on the brain, making it perfect for relaxing and winding down at the end of the day. In recent years, CBD oil has become incredibly popular among people struggling with sleep disorders and other forms of poor sleep health. Users report feeling instantly relaxed, and enjoying drastically improved sleep quality after taking these droplets. Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for digestion, mental health, energy levels throughout the day, concentration, and more. CBD cannabis products have proved to be a great alternative for another popular, natural sleep aid, called melatonin. Melatonin is a dietary supplement which rapidly causes users to feel drowsy, however these tablets only support approximately five hours of sleep, and can leave individuals feeling groggy the next morning.

Prevention of Seizures

One of the most exciting health benefits from cannabis products is their ability to prevent seizures in those suffering from epilepsy. It would appear that a reduction in seizures is caused by the interaction between both CBD and THC in the brain. Although it is not entirely clear why these compounds work in sufferers of epilepsy the way they do, researchers speculate that it could be due to marijuana’s anti-inflammatory properties. Nonetheless, all studies thus far on the relationship between cannabis products and seizure prevention have pointed to the plant’s effectiveness.

The ability of cannabis products to improve our health is well documented, and constantly undergoing further research. If you are looking for a cannabis product to target a specific health concern, do not hesitate to reach out to our team for more information.