CBD for Seniors – Top 7 Benefits

We have already written a lot about cannabidiol, which is a substance obtained from the hemp plant, and how exactly it works in our body. If you still remind yourself what it is and its functions, you can find detailed information in the following link – HERE.

Many older people, unfortunately, do not know what and how much CBD can improve their quality of life. What’s more, CBD has a variety of ways to use and apply it – oral, topical, etc., which can help you choose the right one for various problems.

Let’s take a closer look at exactly what CBD benefits older adults can enjoy.

1. CBD is great for pain relief.

Pain is a condition that almost every elderly person faces. Most of them suffer from chronic pain or arthritis. Since these problems are significant, that is why they are at the top of our list. And the good news is that CBD can help alleviate these conditions.

Research has shown that it can reduce inflammation and relieve pain from conditions such as arthritis, joint pain and multiple sclerosis (MS).

By activating C1 and C2 receptors, CBD reduces symptoms associated with pain and most importantly, with virtually no side effects, another study shows.

In such cases, topical creams and gels that can be applied directly to the affected area are also effective remedies for various muscle and joint pains.

2. CBD improves bone health

This is also very important, because with age, our bones wear out and become brittle. It is in such cases that a condition such as osteoporosis may appear. During osteoporosis, our bones experience a loss of vital minerals and become brittle and brittle, making them more prone to breakage.

According to a study, consumption of CBD can help recover faster after fracture and support bone health.

It turns out that osteoporosis is the main cause of death for men over 60, and 33% of women and 25% of men over 50 suffer from osteoporotic fractures, making this a serious problem for the older generation (US statistics).

Research has shown that in addition to reducing inflammation and repairing cells, cannabinoids such as CBD can help strengthen bones and even promote the healing process of a fracture.

3. CBD May Help Improve Sleep and Falling Asleep

Insomnia is a disease that affects half of humanity, regardless of age or gender.

Experts suggest that this is due to changes in sleep patterns as we get older, as well as chemical imbalances caused by diseases and medications.

Since sleep is the period when our body detoxifies and regenerates, conditions that interfere with sleep are extremely harmful to older people. By combating conditions that cause sleep disturbances such as stress, anxiety, restlessness, and general imbalances in the body, CBD can calm down and naturally promote better sleep. More importantly, it can prevent the need to take harmful sleeping pills.

4. CBD Helps Fight Drug Addictions

When our health condition worsens, the first thing we receive is medicines. Almost many have side effects, and the main thing is that their effect is temporary, and for its continuation we need an increasing dosage, which leads not only to dependence, but also to damage to the body.

Since the elderly suffer from many different diseases, they are constantly prescribed medication. As they continue to rely on medication to relieve their conditions, they eventually develop addiction.

A 2018 study showed that CBD can not only alleviate the side effects that come from using harmful drugs, but also help fight drug addiction and prevent relapses.

According to the American College of Cardiology, heart disease is the most common condition among older people and the #1 cause of death for this age group.

Based on 2017 studies of the latest research, CBD may be effective and natural remedy treatment of high blood pressure. In addition to lowering high blood pressure, studies have shown that the antioxidant properties of CBD can help reduce heart inflammation and prevent oxidative stress-induced cell death.

The researchers also believe that the results “strongly suggest that he [CBD] may have great therapeutic potential in treatment diabetic complications and possibly other cardiovascular disorders by attenuating oxidative/nitrosative stress, inflammation, cell death, and fibrosis.” By lowering blood pressure and preventing inflammation and cell death in the heart, CBD can greatly improve overall heart health and serve as a preventive measure against serious diseases.

6. CBD may curb neurodegenerative diseases

Experts believe that CBD could be a potential treatment for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis.

• A 2007 study showed that CBD can reduce neuroinflammation associated with Alzheimer’s disease by attenuating Abeta-induced neuroinflammatory responses.
• A 2015 study discusses how cannabinoids can reduce arousal and aggression in Alzheimer’s disease.
• A 2014 study explains how CBD can prevent the development of social perception and recognition associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
• A 2012 study showed how CBD can slow down the degenerative process and relieve the pain and spasms of multiple sclerosis.
• A 2017 study looked at the efficacy of CBD in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and ALS.

7. CBD May Improve Mood and Alleviate Mood-Related Disorders

While we all deal with mood swings, as we begin to experience the major changes associated with aging, such as declining health, disability, or the loss of a loved one, these mood swings can often get worse.

Long-term exposure can lead to serious health problems, with a high likelihood of a person developing mental illness if they feel disconnected, neglected, isolated, or alone.

Based on numerous studies, CBD may help alleviate this state.

By interacting with receptors involved in regulating our mood (such as serotonin and adenosine receptors), CBD can relieve stress, calm the mind, and improve cognitive function. Together, these three things greatly influence how your mind perceives the current situation and can significantly affect your mood.