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CBD Oil for Gout Relief: Is It Helpful?

What does the research say?

Cannabis plants contain a substance called CBD, which has medicinal benefits. By interacting with the body’s endocannabinoid system, it might reduce pain and inflammation.

CBD doesn’t get you high like THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol), the active ingredient in medical marijuana. In comparison to other prescription or over-the-counter remedies, it may be preferable because of its minimal risk of side effects.

Studies on animals indicate that CBD may be a promising treatment for gout-related diseases and symptoms.

For example, a 2015 animal study [1] discovered that a topical CBD gel may aid in the relief of rat arthritis pain. According to the study, rats getting the therapy had better posture and less joint swell than those in the control group.

Similarly, CBD therapy decreased pain and inflammation in male rats with osteoarthritis [2] in a 2017 animal study [3]. Moreover, it seemed to stop additional nerve injury.

While CBD shows promise, more research must be conducted, particularly randomized controlled trials involving human subjects, to reach more firm results.