CBD can help you reach your weight loss goals 

There is growing popularity in the idea that CBD may assist with weight loss because of how it affects our minds and bodies. Specifically, these effects of CBD are due in large part to how our endocannabinoid system reacts to the arrival of CBD within it. The endocannabinoid system responds to chemicals entering the body through two types of cannabinoid receptors, referred to as CB1 and CB2 receptors.

CB1 receptors are dense around the brain and throughout the central nervous system, whereas CBD 2 receptors assist primarily with the function of the body’s immune system. People who are obese are found to have a greater number of CB1 receptors throughout their fatty tissue. Because of this, some researchers believe people who are overweight may have a good use for CBD if they are seeking to lose weight.

This is because when endocannabinoids enter the body’s system, there are a greater number of CB1 receptors available for them to bind to, in turn increasing the effect of a reduced appetite, which many people believe CBD causes. These endocannabinoids act as CB1 receptor antagonists, which block or deactivate the receptors altogether and help the CBD user to feel less hungry and control their appetite more effectively.

Turning bad fat into good fat

Another popular connection between CBD and weight loss comes from the idea that CBD helps turn “bad fat” into “good fat,” in turn helping the body burn extra calories. White fat is commonly associated with heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, compared to brown fat cells which are believed to be more active and release energy as heat, literally burning calories as they work. Calorie control and calorie deficits are popular weight loss methods, so anyone employing a caloric intake strategy should strongly consider working CBD products into their daily diets (as well as for the many extra health and wellness benefits CBD provides us with).

This fat conversion is triggered by physical activity, so the effects of exercising the body regularly can potentially be greatly enhanced through the consistent use of CBD.

An additional note on exercising. Because CBD is known to improve our moods, this can also be cause for greater motivation for hitting the gym or reaching those fitness goals you might otherwise have felt too discouraged to achieve. The intricacies of how CBD bolsters our minds and bodies are truly complex and multi-layered (and exciting!).

Reducing chance of metabolic disorders

In addition to converting fats and reducing appetite, another link between CBD and weight loss is the reduced risk of metabolic disorders like: type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. The reduced chance of these disorders occurring in the body can be directly linked to CBD’s ability to help improve the function of our immune system (via CB2 receptors in the endocannabinoid system).

What CBD products work best for weight loss?

The short answer to this question is: whatever ones you like best. Add a dose of CBD tincture to your water bottle, or pop a gummy or edible on your way to the gym or after a hard workout. However you choose to consume CBD is up to you and your lifestyle, but just be sure to take responsible dosages and try to time your intake close to a time before or after you exercise (if CBD is a part of your fitness routine).

Conclusion

While there is still much research to be done on the link between CBD and weight loss, there is plenty of emerging evidence (both scientific and anecdotal) that the two strongly correlate. The research that does exist offers promising examples of how CBD is an enormous aid to those seeking to lose weight through exercise and calorie control, and by helping reduce the effects or chances of heart conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure.