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Around 2 million people in the UK suffer from fibromyalgia, a neurological disorder resulting in widespread chronic pain, deep exhaustion and sleep problems.
Researchers believe that this high sensitivity to pain is caused by a malfunction in the endocannabinoid system. There is evidence to suggest that fibromyalgia patients may benefit from using CBD.
There are over 140 cannabinoids extracted from the cannabis plant. CBD is one of the most abundant and interacts with receptors located in the endocannabinoid system (ECS)
The ECS regulates a variety of cognitive and physiological processes including mood, memory, appetite, inflammation, and pain.
CBD works by interacting with receptors located throughout the peripheral and central nervous systems, which pain signals travel along.
This pathway is distorted in fibromyalgia patients and patients experience a more heightened form of pain.
Cannabidiol or as we know it CBD, can regulate the perception of pain by affecting the activity of serotonin receptors which influence pain perception.
In addition, CBD activates the CB2 receptors on the skin cells. This stimulates the release of endorphin which acts as an opioid receptor to inhibit the message of pain.
When the body is in distress it produces an endocannabinoid known as anandamide which has been shown to suppress pain. This molecule is eradicated from the body by an enzyme known as fatty acid amide hydrolase or FAAH. CBD inhibits FAAH thereby slowing down anandamide decomposition resulting in further pain suppression. This is why many fibromyalgia patients experience pain relief when taking CBD.
Existing medications simply mask the pain whereby CBD may offer a different solution.
For further information on how CBD can help pain visit our Health Hub page for pain.
There are a few different ways to take CBD but finding the best method for you and your lifestyle is key.
Taking CBD sublingually is one of the best ways to maximise absorption of CBD using CBD oil tincture, the oil is absorbed through tissues under the tongue and enters the bloodstream in around 15 minutes.
Not everyone likes the taste of traditional CBD oil, so CBD tablets and gummies offer a great alternative. The CBD tablets and gummies are all extremely convenient and really quick and easy to take.
Lots of our fibromyalgia clients enjoy using the bath salt. The combination of the CBD and hot water helps ease the pain.
Finally, we also offer CBD infused tea. CBD tea is a fabulous addition to your bedtime routine especially if you are struggling with sleep.
Start on a low dose and build up gradually to a daily dose of 25mg-40mg.
It can take up to 6 weeks to see the full effects, once you have been taking CBD for a few days keep adding n a few extra drops each day until you find the best dose for you.
Dosage, frequency and amounts are at the user’s discretion, with a maximum daily dose of 70mg.
The chart below explains the number of CBD drops you will need to take to reach the suggested 25mg of CBD a day for each bottle strength.
Based in Stockport, Leaf Organics is dedicated to offering the best CBD products available in the UK. We have extensively researched and sourced the best products (see our Lab Reports) and created an extensive FAQ page to answer some of your questions.
Should you need further information, please contact our friendly team today.