MYTHBUSTING CBD: “CBD doesn't help when you are sick"

Lucene Gilber / Published: Jan-27-2022

Let’s be real. With the flu, COVID and its variants lingering around, there’s a chance some of us might be under the weather at some point this winter. What matters though is what we do to help us have a smooth-sailing recovery.

And what better to help besides fluids, a good night’s rest, and Netflix? Some CBD, of course. 

Recent research has shown that if you’ve come down with a cold or flu, CBD’s anti-inflammatory properties may help you feel better by:

Alleviating sinus headaches and pressures. 

CBD may ease inflammation from sinusitis with the help of the endocannabinoid system. Once it’s in the bloodstream, CBD activates the endocannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2 in the central nervous system and immune system to help the body maintain a healthy status again. 

Easing aches and pains. 

While the body uses its own endocannabinoid’s to moderate the immune response, it can’t always control the inflammatory process feeling inflamed. Adding in CBD to soothe the pain gives the endocannabinoid system a natural boost the body would need. 

Minimizing nausea. 

CBD might help with nausea because of its interaction with serotonin receptors in the brain. This hormone influences how you feel, and CBD can help you feel better. 

Calming a cough.

CBD oil may lower hyper-responsive airways in your lungs, making them less sensitive to coughing triggers - which means fewer flare-ups and symptoms. 

This is all without a psychoactive head high, of course.

Nowadays, CBD can be consumed through edibles, drinks and the recent trend being patches, like our very own Mensies CBD Patches. They’re a great alternative because they reach the bloodstream quicker and contain a longer lasting effect. 

Our Under the Weather CBD Patch helps ease inflammation in the respiratory system. This may be great for those who feel like they have the common cold/flu, COVID or its variant, and even for post-pandemic detoxification purposes. The patch may also act as a pain reliever when purchased in Full-Spectrum.

If you become under the weather this winter, add Mensies to your wellness remedy with products like our Under the Weather Patch. Visit us in store at CB IN THE D located in Rustbelt Market, Ferndale MI or online today.