CBD and weight loss

CBD is becoming increasingly well-known and appreciated by consumers. Its virtues and properties are being analyzed, and numerous studies are highlighting all its benefits. Today, some of these studies attempt to prove that CBD promotes weight loss and slimming. But is it true? In this article, we'll look at why and how CBD could help overweight people and those suffering from compulsive eating.

What is CBD?

CBD, whose full name is Cannabidiol, is a molecule derived from the hemp plant. Unlike THC, which has "high" properties, CBD is non-psychoactive and has relaxing and calming properties. It's a cannabinoid, a chemical substance that acts on the endocannabinoid system in our brain and body, regulating our metabolism and preserving our immune system.

CBD for slimming

Worldwide, almost one in three people is overweight: so it's a major problem! There is no miracle solution today, but dietary supplements can sometimes provide invaluable help. The idea of using CBD to help you lose weight is no accident - quite the contrary. Our endocannabinoid system regulates our physiological functions. CB1 and CB2 receptors interact not only in this vast network of the central nervous system, but also throughout our entire organism. These receptors are important parts of our body, regulating our appetite and food intake, among other things.

Several studies in recent years have shown that CBD:
- Facilitates the transformation of bad fats into good fats
- Promotes lipogenesis (fat burning)
- Helps regulate insulin levels
- Regulates appetite

Sources:
PubMed : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34242511
PubMed : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32194509
NationalLibraryOfMedicine : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7064444

Other studies are underway, and CBD is sure to have many more trump cards up its sleeve. The scientific community is betting more and more on this small molecule.

Which CBD-based weight-loss product?

CBD oils are preferred because they are very easy to use: they can be administered sublingually (under the tongue) or added directly to your favorite recipes. So it's important to choose a natural, high-quality oil.

Drinking CBD teas or CBD herbal teas is also an easy way to consume CBD for weight loss. After all, green tea already promotes elimination and helps burn fat. Combined with CBD, CBD green tea is a winning combo for weight loss! Simply heat some water, leave to infuse for 7-10 minutes and you're ready to go.

A healthy mind in a healthy body! As always, we advise you to adopt a healthy lifestyle! A good night's sleep, a balanced diet and regular exercise are the keys to better health. Taking CBD as a dietary supplement will be a great help, because even if scientists haven't yet validated its effects, the growing number of consumers is a very good sign of its benefits! What's more, CBD is neither toxic nor addictive at the recommended doses, and will help you relax and approach weight loss with serenity and well-being.

Important reminder: If you are taking medication, ask your doctor for advice before consuming CBD!

Is it legal to take CBD to lose weight?

CBD is not psychoactive and is not a drug, unlike its cousin THC. So there's no risk of altering the nervous system, and you won't experience any perceptual disturbances. Not yet regulated in France, Europe authorizes the sale of hemp products in their entirety, as long as THC levels remain below 0.2%. So if you own and consume CBD products, you'll be completely legal. That's why more and more retailers in France and around the world are selling CBD products and other cannabinoids such as CBG, CBN and others.

The Cali Weed team