Are you among the millions of people who suffer from acute or chronic pain? Pain is a direct consequence of inflammation and very often becomes so severe that you cannot find relief.  

Traditional medicines used to treat these conditions are often not as effective as one would expect or even have serious side effects. This is a real inconvenience for those who are already suffering and would just like a remedy to experience less pain. 

Therefore, in recent years, anti-inflammatory CBD cream has become popular. 

Cannabidiol products are many, but of all those you could choose, cream is the most suitable for treating pain and inflammation. It is particularly effective against joint or muscle pain precisely because it is applied topically. CBD thus releases its properties directly on the area affected by the problem. 

And it does so without causing any side effects!

It really seems like the ultimate solution. To be sure, let’s find out all we can about anti-inflammatory CBD cream and its action. 

Does CBD cream work for pain? 

Everyone says that CBD cream is a great product for treating pain. But are we really sure it is?

This is supported by the numerous scientific studies that have been carried out to test its efficacy in the treatment of chronic pain. Its action is explained because it interacts with the endocannabinoid system, present in the central and peripheral nervous system, which is responsible for the body’s response to certain stimuli, including pain.

Cannabinoids bind to the CB1 and CB2 receptors found in the spinal cord, regulating the intensity of chronic inflammatory pain. 

A 2018 study on the treatment of chronic pain with cannabidiol in patients who had undergone a kidney transplant showed that CBD was able to improve pain perception in most cases.  

Receptors of the endocannabinoid system are found throughout the body, including in the skin. CBD cream allows topical use, so the active ingredient can act directly on the area affected by the disorder. 

Is CBD safe to use?

According to the World Health Organisation, yes, it is a fairly safe substance. To explain this statement, we must make a distinction between CBD and THC. These are the two most famous cannabinoids produced by the cannabis plant. 

They have a virtually identical chemical structure except for one detail: THC is psychoactive while CBD is not. This means that high doses of THC can give the user a high, which is not the case with high levels of CBD. This is why it is considered a safe substance.

Moreover, the numerous scientific studies carried out so far have not revealed any serious side effects. Interaction with other drugs has led to some mild contraindications such as dry mouth, drowsiness, lack of appetite or nausea, but nothing of concern. 

Most importantly, no side effects have been recorded in the topical application of the cream. Of course, the product must always be used in the manner and with the dosage recommended by the manufacturer. 
However, you must be careful to buy quality products with natural ingredients in them. Old-fashioned production methods or the use of solvents may affect the purity of the active ingredient, so it is better to be wary of products that are too cheap.

Are CBD products legal?

Anti-inflammatory CBD cream, and all CBD products in general, is legal as long as the percentage of THC contained in it meets the legal limits. We have already mentioned that THC is the psychoactive component of cannabis, the one that induces a high. This peculiarity has led governments around the world to consider it illegal above a certain threshold. 

In Italy, legal CBD products must have a THC content of less than 0.5%. A figure that you can check by reading the specifications on the label. 

This threshold is considered safe for health as it does not cause any mental alteration. So have no doubt about the legality of the products you buy from serious and professional companies. 

Although it is legal, it may take your body a while to completely dispose of the substance. If you want to know how long CBD lasts in your urine because you are a sportsman or because you need to test for other reasons, you should read the article on the subject.

Does CBD reduce inflammation or just pain?

The endocannabinoid system certainly plays a key role in pain management. But what about inflammation? Apparently, there are other molecules that help the already very important work of the system.

A study has shown that there are two molecules in cannabis that seem to have the necessary properties to combat inflammation. We are talking about the molecule cannaflavin A and the molecule cannaflavin B.

Scientists have therefore come to the conclusion that cannabis is more powerful in the fight against inflammation than the normal over-the-counter medicines you might buy in the pharmacy. 

Also always remember that it is a natural product. It is therefore able to reduce inflammation without causing side effects as is the case with laboratory medicines. Many of the latter cause stomach acidity and over time can lead to very serious contraindications. 
Anti-inflammatory CBD cream is therefore very useful for all localised inflammations. So those that can be treated with an external application to the affected area.

Are CBD hemp or cream the same?

There tends to be a lot of confusion when it comes to CBD, hemp and cannabis. They are similar terms, but do not refer to the same thing. If you want to buy one of these products, you need to know the difference between hemp cream and CBD cream.

Hemp seeds are used to make hemp cream. The seeds of this plant are rich in nutrients, such as fatty acids and vitamins, but contain little or no CBD.

Its composition makes hemp cream very nourishing; it is mostly chosen as a skin moisturiser. It has nourishing and antioxidant properties, so it has a beneficial effect. But it is not able to cure as the other can. 

For the production of CBD cream, the leaves, flowers and stem of the plant are used. These plant parts are particularly rich in CBD, as opposed to the seeds. This means that the cream contains all the properties of the active ingredient.

It is not only moisturising, nourishing and antioxidant, but also anti-inflammatory and analgesic. It is perfect not only if you want to keep your skin healthy but also if you want to treat some diseases.

How is CBD cream used?

You will realise that using CBD cream is very easy. Just take a small amount and spread it on the affected skin area, massaging it in until it is absorbed. That’s all. 

During studies, the CBD cream did not reveal any contraindications, but if you know you have any allergies, you can first do a small test on a small portion of skin. If it does not redden, you can move on to a larger area.

You can use CBD cream to calm inflammation due to a skin disease, such as acne. Already after the first few uses you will notice less reddened and more deflated skin. You will also see less sebum production and a greater feeling of freshness. 

But you can also use the anti-inflammatory CBD cream to relieve the muscle pain that very often follows high-intensity training. You will immediately feel a sensation of well-being that will persist even in the following days, when post-training pain generally increases. 

With regard to the treatment of chronic pain, CBD cream is effective for both arthritis pain and nerve pain. 

Which CBD cream should I try?

When it comes to CBD cream, there are a few factors you need to consider if you want to find a really good one. First of all, the ingredients must be natural. It is important that it has CBD in it, but very often there are also other components that you should know about, so you will understand its true potential. 

The ingredients will help you choose the right product. For example, if you are interested in muscle recovery, you can look for a cream that also contains arnica.

Then you have to check that there are certifications or laboratory tests that attest to the quality of the product. These are important to ensure that there are no processing wastes such as solvents, pesticides, heavy metals or other carcinogenic substances.

From laboratory tests you can also find out the actual percentage of all the ingredients in the product such as CBD, THC, other cannabinoids and all the nutrients produced by the cannabis plant. 

Maria CBD Oil products are all derived from 100% organic cultivation and the nutrients are extracted using state-of-the-art methods to guarantee quality. If you want to try CBD cream yourself, visit our shop now, you won’t regret it!