Many of these studies involve neurological function<\/strong>, and we are starting to develop a better understanding of how the compound works in the brain, and how we can use it to support people suffering from conditions such as strokes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the main findings involves the protective effect CBD offers the brain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The benefits of CBD oil for strokes include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Damaged neurons are the cause of the side effects of a stroke. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When the neurons are unable to get the oxygen and nutrients they need, they become damaged and may die off, leaving us with lasting neurological damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the critical areas of focus when supporting stroke patients is to work on the overall health of the neurons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD is especially useful for neuron health.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD improves neuron health by supporting something called calcium ion handling<\/em> (necessary for nerves to send electrical impulses), and neuron metabolism<\/em> (how the neurons generate energy to survive).<\/p>\n\n\n\n We\u2019ll discuss exactly how this works in more detail below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All of our cells need oxygen and a source of energy to survive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As soon as blood flow is cut off from a cell, it becomes sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the absence of oxygen, the cell produces toxic metabolic byproducts as it tries to continue doing its job. If these toxic compounds build up for too long (2-3 minutes), they can cause the cells to die.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These metabolic compounds are often referred to as free radicals. <\/strong>They\u2019re unstable compounds that tear apart our cell structures as they try to stabilize themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our body uses something called antioxidants to take the hit for us<\/strong>, stabilizing these free radical compounds and preventing them from causing damage to the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Oxidative damage is the key feature for lasting stroke damage and is one of the main areas of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD and full-spectrum hemp extracts have high concentrations of antioxidants that help protect neurons from damage when toxic compounds build up. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Since ischemic strokes are caused by poor blood flow, it makes perfect sense to improve blood flow to the brain to prevent further damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD improves blood flow to the brain through its terpene content. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Terpenes are the volatile compounds contained in plants, responsible for the flavor and aroma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Terpenes also have a wide range of therapeutic benefits, including improved cerebral blood flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some examples of cannabis terpenes with proven benefits regarding cerebral blood flow include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Even CBD is proven to increase cerebral blood flow through its modulating effects on serotonin receptors, which play a critical role in regulating the amount of blood that enters the brain [9<\/a>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n In order to get the most benefit on cerebral blood flow, it\u2019s important to note that the CBD oil used in clinical trials are full-spectrum extracts<\/strong> containing all these critical terpenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD isolates aren’t likely to have any of these terpenes and therefore won\u2019t provide the same level of benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n High blood pressure is one of the primary causes of stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Consistently high blood pressure can dramatically increase the chances of having another stroke. For this reason, many doctors choose to treat blood pressure as one of the primary preventions for another stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A randomized clinical trial <\/a>found that a 600 mg dose of CBD was able to reduce resting blood pressure scores by 6 mmHg [10<\/a>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD was shown to protect against N-methyl-D-aspartate and beta-amyloid peptide toxicity [1<\/a>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n What does this mean? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It suggests that CBD can protect the neurons from age-related damage and has the potential to prevent strokes brought on by age-related cognitive decline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another study<\/a> looked at the effects of ischemic injury (lack of oxygen) in gerbils treated with CBD. All of the animals given CBD showed significantly less permanent damage than animals not given CBD [2<\/a>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n This highlights the potent neuroprotective effect offered by CBD in relation to stroke damage. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD was found in a number of studies to offer antioxidant support, including hydroperoxide toxicity in the neurons [3<\/a>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n A stroke is a result of blocked blood flow to various parts of the brain. When this happens, essential nutrients and oxygen can\u2019t make it to the delicate cells of the brain, which potentially results in severe damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If this happens for just a few minutes, the cells in the brain start to die and can cause long-term problems.<\/strong> This condition is a medical emergency and often fatal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If blood flow is restored fast enough, you can avoid lasting damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it can take several months for a patient to recover from a stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An ischemic stroke<\/a> is the most common form of a stroke and is the most survivable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An ischemic stroke occurs when blood flow is cut off from regions in the brain. It can happen if a blood or cholesterol clot gets lodged in the cerebral arteries feeding the brain. Once the artery is blocked, blood cannot flow to the region it supplies. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Within about two or three minutes, the neurons suffocate and die. This cell death is permanent; neurons do not grow back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The side effects may be different depending on which region of the brain is affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As an example, if regions of the brain associated with speech are affected, you may lose your ability to communicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Causes of Ischemic Stroke<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hemorrhagic strokes are much more serious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This type of stroke involves a burst blood vessel in the brain. These strokes are almost always fatal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As blood leaks out from the burst artery, it isn\u2019t able to reach the cells it feeds, causing them to die.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Causes of a Hemorrhagic Stroke:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There are a few key symptoms and side effects of a stroke that are important to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While a stroke is happening, some key indicators tend to appear:<\/p>\n\n\n\n There may be some lasting side effects after the stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many people report the following side effects after a stroke:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Care and Treatment After The Stroke:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Treatment depends on the severity and cause of the stroke. The chances for another stroke increase significantly, so reducing this risk is a necessary part of post-care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD offers a few excellent benefits that may reduce side effects after a stroke. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s also useful for reducing the chances of having another stroke in the future and protects against a lot of the damage that occurs during a stroke event. However, it’s important to talk to your doctor first, since CBD can interact with some medications<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best CBD oils<\/a> for treating stroke are products with a high CBD concentration<\/a>, small amounts of THC, and a full-spectrum of terpenes and other phytochemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD isolates should be avoided<\/strong> in people who have recently suffered from a stroke because they won’t be nearly as effective as full-spectrum options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We recommend using full-spectrum high-quality hemp oil.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These products are made using high-quality ingredients free from pesticides, and contaminants. Unnecessary chemical compounds such as solvents or pesticides may aggravate stroke symptoms and are therefore best to avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are two markers scientists use to determine neuron health:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These two metrics are reliable measures for the health of the nervous system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first one, calcium ion handling,<\/strong> refers to how well the neurons can move calcium atoms in and out of the neuron. This function allows neurons to pass electrical signals down from one end of the nerve to the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When calcium ions aren\u2019t functioning as well as they should, the nerves are unable to send signals to other parts of the brain as easily. This is a red flag indicating the neurons are starting to degrade.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a key issue with people after surviving a stroke [5<\/a>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n CBD offers direct benefits to calcium handling in neurons and controls the rate of cell death (apoptosis) by restoring damaged neurons to push them back to a better state of health [4<\/a>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Protects Brain Cells<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Resists Oxidative Damage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n3. Improves Blood Flow to the Brain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Reduces High Blood Pressure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Reduces Glutamate Toxicity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What Is A Stroke?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Ischemic Stroke<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
2. Hemorrhagic Stroke<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Signs & Symptoms Of A Stroke<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms During The Stroke:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms After The Stroke:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat Are The Best Products For Strokes? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Measuring Neurological Damage After A Stroke<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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