Health Benefits of Using Cannabis | THC and CBD

In this post, we summarize the health benefits of Cannabis consumption, notably those benefits associated with the CBD (Cannabidiol) and THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) compounds.

CBD and THC each have their own health benefits, although quite some of those are rather similar. Nevertheless, research on effects of Cannabis shows that when you consume both CBD and THC in a balanced mix they work together to have more potent medical benefits.

Keep in mind that each person reacts differently to different doses of CBD and THC, and also on the way it’s taken or applied, may that be topically, orally, or via inhalation. As such, it may be that only some or even none of the health benefits described below is experienced by you.

Before using Cannabis products, please also read our post Risks and Side Effects of Cannabis Use.

CBD Health Benefits

• Reduces epileptic seizures;
• Reduces physical pains;
• Reduces inflammations;
• Reduces symptoms of headaches and migraines;
• Diminishes anxiety and depression;
• Protects nerve function and manages nerve pains;
• Manages sleep problems (insomnia);
• May manage symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease;
• May manage symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s disease;
• May manage symptoms associated with schizophrenia;
• May manage diabetes;
• Manages symptoms of fibromyalgia, endometriosis, and interstitial cystitis;
• Relieves symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS);
• Relieves symptoms of cancer and chemotherapy related pains;
• Reduces symptoms of Premenstrual syndrome (PMS);
• Manages symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD);
• Manages symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

THC Health Benefits

• Diminishes nausea and vomiting (notably used for people receiving chemotherapy);
• Reduces neuropathic pain, spasticity, and an overactive bladder;
• Reduces symptoms of headaches and migraines;
• May alleviate glaucoma;
• Reduces inflammations;
• Reduces physical pains;
• Manages sleep problems (insomnia);
• May manage symptoms of Tourette syndrome;
• Relieves symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS);
• Relieves symptoms of cancer and chemotherapy related pains;
• Manages symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD);
• Manages symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

And Finally

In a more general sense, there are many aspects around CBD and THC use that are not yet known. Think of effects of sustained use over longer periods of time, the specific dose to take for certain health conditions, effects of different methods of intake (topical, inhalation, etc.), effects on brain development of adults, children, and newborns, effects on pregnant women, and the interaction of CBD and THC with other herbs and drugs.

We advise you to always contact a professional healthcare provider before starting to use Cannabis products.

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