Does CBD work for weight loss? Baked Goods explains

Are you trying to shed pounds for the beach? Then this article may resonate with you, as CBD could help with weight management!

Further research is needed, though lab findings are insinuating that CBD may be able to help you lose weight. For example, in a systematic review from Clinical Drug Investigation, researchers speculated that CBD could potentially reduce cravings.

So how exactly can CBD help reduce your waistline? Here are some potential effects:

• May increase metabolic reactions: CBD interacts with ECS receptors called CB1 and CB2. It’s been suggested that these receptors can impact metabolism. For example, in a study on rats, injected CBD led to weight reductions.
• Could potentially burn calories: The human body has brown and white fat. White fat helps stockpile energy; brown fat utilizes heat to burn calories. According to Healthline, “A 2016 study found that CBD led to “browning” in white fat cells and enhanced the expression of specific genes and proteins that promote brown fat.
• May suppress appetite: Though THC causes the “munchies”, CBD doesn’t. When CB2 receptors are stimulated, it could support “…anti-obesity effects by reducing food intake,” confirms an International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Of course, CBD should not be a sole treatment for any health goal, including weight loss. When combined with a healthy diet, exercise, and advice from your doctor, it may possibly promote weight reduction. If you’re currently on medications though, please consult with your pharmacist regarding medication interactions. CBD could interact with blood thinners, heart and thyroid medications, muscle relaxers, SSRIs, and more.

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NOTE: This article is not an alternative to formal medical advice and should not be relied on for diagnosing or treating your health condition or concerns. This post is published solely for the purpose of education. Please see your healthcare provider if you have concerns about your wellness or visit a nearby hospital if you require emergency help. 

With sources from:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cbd-oil-for-weight-loss

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324733

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