Cannabidiol (CBD) contained in the cannabis plant is a nicotine palliative and relieves smoking cessation
If you've ever tried to quit smoking cigarettes, you know that the task is almost unbearable… You will feel terrible about yourself, your heart will experience uncomfortable accelerations, your temper is out of control, and all this at first day… In truth, it takes time to quit smoking, considerable effort and help… Why? Nicotine, the chemical in tobacco, is more addictive than heroin. Fortunately, CBD is also effective in breaking free from the grip of tobacco, and nicotine. Indeed, cannabidiol positively reconsolidates the smoker's memory. Explanations:
Gentle withdrawal
Symptoms of nicotine withdrawal include irritability, increased stress, headaches, trouble sleeping, sweating and chills, fatigue, anxiety and mood swings. These symptoms are usually strongest during the first week after quitting. And with any process, the likelihood of relapse is higher at this point.
Although there are dozens of nicotine products out there, including electronic cigarettes, it turns out that cannabis and more specifically CBD is also a powerful tool that significantly helps smokers quit their smoking habits. .
Cannabidiol (CBD)
Most often predominant inside the resin glands (trichomes) of the female cannabis plant, CBD is one of the chemical compounds known as cannabinoids. Cannabinoids are agonists that bind to special receptors in your cells called cannabinoid receptors. Unlike the most famous molecule, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD is completely non-psychoactive. Don't expect to get a real "high" from cannabidiol. However, CBD allows a completely different relaxation and without intoxication.
The endocannabinoid system (ECS)
Some receptors are highly concentrated in the central nervous system while others are found in almost every organ in the body. Additionally, cannabinoid receptors are found in the skin, digestive tract, and even in reproductive organs. Together, these cellular receptors make up the body's largest neurotransmitter network, the endocannabinoid system (ECS). You can think of CBD as a key and cannabinoid receptors as locks.
ECS is a large network of cellular receptor proteins with many functions. Four main objectives of the ECS include the neuroprotection, recovery after stress,immune balance and homeostatic regulation. THE'homeostasis is a way of referring to a system that creates an optimal energy balance in the body. And this mechanism is reinforced by the CBD.
The polypharmacological CBD
Additionally, scientists have found that the compound CBD does much more than engage cannabinoid receptors. CBD is polypharmacological. Which means that it can affect multiple and different pathways in the body at the same time. And so far, this cannabinoid is known to directly or indirectly affect the following:
- Fullerenes vanilloid receptors (important for the modulation of pain)
- Adenosine receptors (important for the sleep-wake cycle)
- Fullerenes Serotonin receptors (important for mood and stress management)
In short, the main receptors are involved when quitting smoking, and this can be considered abrupt. And, of course, CBD will present itself as the perfect candidate as a stopgap against nicotine and therefore against cigarettes.
Scientific proof: the "reconsolidation"
Researchers at University College London found that cannabidiol (CBD) helped reduce cigarette addiction. Study participants lowered their cigarette consumption by 40% using a CBD inhaler. Study co-author Doctor Celia Morgan noted,
We have found that CBD seems to reduce the importance of cues. It can also reduce anxiety and affect a memory process called "reconsolidationThat is, when a memory of the reward related to smoking is reactivated upon seeing someone smoke, it is made vulnerable to destruction.
CBD is so effective in quitting smoking that many online communities offer advice, recommend its use. So if you're looking to quit your cigarette for good, get these products:
CBD oils
CBD oil protects against anxiety and reduces the chances of stress-induced conditions in the brain and nervous system. It also calms inflammatory responses in the body. Ingesting one or two doses of high CBD oil right after quitting smoking can not only control your compulsive cravings, but also decrease most of the related symptoms. Placing two drops under the tongue at bedtime can also induce restful sleep.
CBD inhaler
As mentioned above, participants in the Smoking Cessation Study used inhalers and saw a 40% drop in cigarette consumption. Cannabis inhalers are relatively new, but if your state has a medical marijuana program, check with local dispensaries to see if they offer them.
CBD vaporization
The use of CBD as e-liquids provides clean, nicotine-free delivery. Vaporization avoids all the inconvenience of combustion. In medical terms, it is a safe and effective way to inhale flavored CBD. The biggest advantage of this method is the speed at which the CBD is delivered to your system. This makes the vaporization of e-liquid infused with CBD a prime weapon in the fight against smoking. The gesture remains, but it will change everything. Because vaping is not biologically smoking. And even more if your CBD e-liquid does not contain nicotine.
Strains rich in CBD
For some, the act of simulating by spraying is not enough. Many smokers will have serious problems quitting because of the primary act ofgrab a cigarette and light it. Which is for the heavy smoker an incredible source of relaxation ... If you still want to smoke (without tobacco and without nicotine), refer to strains containing a high rate of CBD:
- Harlequin - 5: 2 ratio (CBD / THC)
- Ringo's Gift - 24: 1 ratio (CBD / THC)
- ACDC - 20: 1 ratio (CBD / THC)
- CBD Blue Shark - 1: 1 ratio (CBD / THC). A medical must for the perfectly balanced ratio (entourage effect)
Legal cannabis (CBD cigarettes)
These hemp cigarettes have become a true phenomenon in Europe, mainly in Switzerland, their country of origin. Their low THC level means that this Swiss cannabis is authorized, it is in no way excessive ... However, and fortunately, it includes cannabidiol (CBD) in substantial quantities. These cigarettes contain no less than 20% of CBD. Those are « primary hemp cigarettes », controlled culture. We stay on combustion but with legal strains ^^
Conclusion
Obviously the main driving force for stopping smoking is your own will. An addiction remains an addiction, and dependence on dopamine release remains the main problem. It should be noted that the commercial cigarette could be built to reinforce your dependence, with dozens of chemical substances combined ... Which could exclude the problematic native tobacco without additives, with a laughable rate of nicotine.
Either way, CBD is a proven stopgap against nicotine and smoking in general. CBD helps with the toughest times when quitting smoking. This natural medicine will avoid you the prescriptions of the Zyban style (with sometimes spectacular side effects), or the overdose so well known with nicotine patches, or chewing gum ... In summary, CBD can positively eliminate the compulsive habits associated with smoker's brain (neurotransmitter relief). What facilitates the abandonment of the user of the cigarette, and smoothly.
