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Are you struggling with the painful symptoms of endometriosis? CBD may be the solution you’ve been searching for.
Endometriosis, is characterised by the abnormal growth of cells outside the uterus and affects around 1 in 10 women of reproductive age and if left untreated, it can lead to infertility. While the exact cause of this condition is not fully understood, it is known to cause excruciating pain and heavy periods.
Alongside the pain medications, many ladies with endometriosis try many things to help control the pain such as breathing techniques, yoga, hot water bottles, and health supplements.
Thankfully, CBD has emerged as an effective aid in managing endometriosis. And a recent survey found that CBD oil was one of the most effective of all the self-care techniques for endometriosis pain.
Why does CBD oil help endometriosis patients with pain relief?
We all have the TRPV1 receptor in our bodies. This receptor is responsible for pain perception. It has been found that this receptor can be overly expressed in endometriosis patients. This leads to heightened pain sensitivity.
Cannabidiol or CBD stimulates the TRPV1 receptor to block pain messages from getting through. This is similar to how a hot water bottle helps, as the heat can mildly activate the TRPV1 receptors. It has been shown that taking CBD regularly can help reduce the pain signals this receptor produces.
Many individuals suffering from chronic pain disorders, such as fibromyalgia and endometriosis, use CBD bath salts with excellent results. The combination of warm water and CBD is thought to increase relief from muscle cramps and spasms.
In addition to pain relief, CBD also possesses anti-inflammatory properties. By activating CB2 receptors, CBD helps regulate the body’s natural inflammatory response, reducing inflammation associated with endometriosis. Furthermore, CBD acts as an antioxidant, combating oxidative stress and contributing to the reduction of inflammation.
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Endometriosis is often accompanied by other gut-related issues like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Due to the similarities between endometriosis and IBD, accurate diagnosis can be challenging.
Controlling pain and inflammation in both conditions is essential but helping your gut balance can help reduce endometriosis symptoms.
There is a lot of evidence that shows using CBD daily helps with IBS even low doses of CBD have been reported to improve gut symptoms in patients.
Another benefit of CBD for endometriosis is its potential to limit the spread of endometrial cells throughout the body. When the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS) is functioning optimally, it facilitates natural cell death.
In endometriosis patients, these cells refuse to die and can migrate to other parts of the body. CBD stimulates CB1 and CB2 receptors, which have been associated with decreased rapid growth of endometrial tissue and breakdown of cells.
In 2017 there was a study that demonstrated that when stimulated the CB1 and CB2 were responsible for the decreased rapid growth of endometrial tissue, and promoted the breakdown of the cells.
As CBD helps stimulate CBD1 and CB2 receptors it may explain why CBD can positively help endometriosis and the painful symptoms and progression of the disease in the long run.
CBD has become a lifeline for thousands of women, offering a natural alternative for pain management and disease progression. By incorporating CBD into your daily routine, you can not only find relief from pain and inflammation but also help your body balance and reduce the growth of endometrial cells.
If you’re ready to take control of your pain and inflammation, consider adding CBD to your pain care toolbox.
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By Michelle | 4th July 2023 | Premium Organic CBD | Stockport |