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Menopause is a very individual journey for each woman. As a woman’s natural cycle starts to slow down it can cause a wide range of symptoms that vary from one woman to another and can include;
Numerous studies have reported the positive effects of CBD on your own natural Endocannabinoid system helping improve mood, anxiety, joint pain, hot flushes, and sleep issues associated with menopause.
But how does it work ? CBD binds itself to the endocannabinoid receptors in our bodies. These receptors are an integral part of the endocannabinoid system and regulate many functions such as sleep, memory, appetite, pain, inflammation, mood and hormones.
One of the primary endocannabinoids is anandamide, sometimes known as the bliss molecule. Menopause triggers changes to anandamide production which is why many women report changes to mood and increases anxiety.
In 2007, a study showed that CBD plays an important role in regulating hormonal balance in our bodies. Menopause is a period in a woman’s life when her body experiences major hormonal imbalances, and it also affects the workings of the endocannabinoid system.
CBD can improve how the ECS system performance and helps control hormonal imbalances in the body that occurs as a result of menopause or perimenopause.
Many peri- and post-menopausal women experience trouble sleeping. Sleep deprivation can take a serious toll on your health, triggering fatigue and a whole array of other health conditions.
Menopause disrupts sleep on many levels, mainly through increased anxiety and night sweats.
CBD helps us remain in the deep stage of sleep for longer.
Aches and joint pain are often reported post-menopause. Studies show that 60% of women aged 40–64 struggle with muscle and joint pain.
Without estrogen, our bodies produce more inflammation This means that you may start experiencing arthritis symptoms during menopause.
It has been well-documented that CBD has anti-inflammation properties. This is because CBD activates the CB2 receptors that regulate the body’s natural inflammatory response.
The efficiency of transdermal CBD for pain and inflammation can help reduce swelling and signs of inflammation. A popular product is CBD massage oil, which can help combat dry skin another symptom often experienced with menopause.
Anxiety and depression are common in women during menopause. Estrogen and progesterone regulate the activity of serotonin and other neurotransmitters in the brain, directly affecting mood.
As the levels of these hormones rapidly decrease, your neurochemistry will change, hence the emotional distress. CBD can help with anxiety in two ways,
Firstly CBD helps serotonin neurotransmission through one of its receptors making it more available for the brain and regulating mood.
CBD is able to improve the binding ability of GABA which calms the nervous system, slowing down neurological activity and helping us relax when we experience a panics attack
Hot flushes and night sweats are symptoms triggered by altered chemistry in the hypothalamus the body’s thermoregulator.
Although there’s been no research that has specifically looked at CBD and its influence on hot flushes it has the ability to interact with the body’s serotonin system. This could be one reason why some women use CBD for this symptom.
There are a few different ways to take CBD, each method has its own unique absorption profile. Options include ingestion, topical application and sublingual administration.
Sublingually: CBD is absorbed through tissue under the tongue and enters the bloodstream in around 15 minutes. This is one of the best ways to maximise absorption.
Taking CBD oil can combat some of the most problematic symptoms associated with menopause, including sleep disturbances, mood changes, hot flushes, aches and pains. And if you want to learn more visit the menopause page in the Health Hub.
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By Michelle | 18th October 2022 | Premium Organic CBD | Stockport |