Despite being widely used there is little evidence to suggest that CBD oil could have a negative impact on the user’s health.

However, there are a small number of users who experience minor side effects, such as headaches, dry mouth, and dizziness. The good news is that these symptoms can disappear by simply tweaking the dosage or changing a few personal habits.

1. Dry mouth

Some people have reported having dry mouth after using CBD oil; something which could be a natural reaction of the body to CBD’s ability to induce the endocannabinoid system to inhibit salivary secretion.

This is easily countered by drinking enough water or other hydrating fluids before and after taking CBD.

2. Drowsiness

This isn’t necessarily a side effect unless the reasons you’re taking CBD oil don’t include falling asleep. The science isn’t too clear on how exactly does dosage affects our wakefulness; however, it seems like large doses are more likely to make people feel sleepy than smaller ones.

If you find this feeling of drowsiness interfering with your daily activities, simply change your daily intake to a smaller dosage or try taking it later at night when it can help you sleep better.

3. Lower blood pressure

According to some studies, higher doses of CBD could cause a drop in blood pressure. However, this drop is small enough to only be significant for people suffering from low blood pressure.

If this is your case, you should talk with your doctor before starting to use any CBD-based product as these could interact with your medication and result in a feeling of dizziness or other irritating symptoms.

Lower blood pressure can also be related to short-term lightheadedness; so, if you’re feeling dizzy after taking CBD try drinking a caffeinated beverage or tea, and stay hydrated to bring your body back to normal.

4. Headaches

Confusingly enough, CBD oil is believed to both offer relief to headaches and to cause them. However, the most plausible explanation seems to suggest that CBD-induced migraines could be caused by the solvents and other compounds found on lower quality CBD oil and not by CBD itself.

So the next time you’re buying CBD oil make sure you choose high-quality hemp-derived products and read the label to avoid buying anything containing ethanol, isopropanol, or other headache-inducing solvents.

5. Nausea

Although there is no scientific evidence to back it up, some people have reported feeling nausea after using CBD; something which could be caused by using low-quality CBD oil or by taking a high dose.

If you feel mild stomach discomfort after taking CBD oil the best thing you can do is to lower your dosage until you find the right spot where CBD works on you without giving you stomach issues.

Every natural remedy comes with its own benefits and side effects, and CBD oil is no different. However, what makes CBD so special is its seeming ability to promote healing and wellness with little to no risks to the body.

So the next time you’re taking CBD, make sure you keep these tips in mind and you’ll be able to enjoy the full benefits of CBD oil without feeling any discomfort or side effect.

References

• Ministry of Hemp (2017, February 03) What Are The Side Effects Of CBD Oil? Here’s What You Need To Know

• Marijuana Break (2018, February 05) CBD Side Effects Revealed

• Apple Wellness (2018, February 05) CBD Oil Side Effects: What to Know Before You Try CBD Oil

• Royal Queen Seeds (2018, September 19) Does CBD Have Any Side Effects?

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