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HEALTH BENEFITS OF HEMP OIL

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By Antony Thunderbird ColtonPublished 4 years ago 2 min read
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Growth of New Skin Cells

Fighting Aging The linoleic acid in hemp oil has been proven to promote the growth of new skin cells, while fighting skin irritation, such as that caused by psoriasis and eczema.

Essential for Vegetarians and Vegans

Hemp oil is essential for vegetarians and vegans as it promotes an increased intake of omega-6 fatty acids and omega-3 fatty acids, which are not typically found in a traditional vegetarian and vegan diet. The body cannot produce these fatty acids naturally, and therefore must get them from your foods.

Reduce Chronic Nerve Pain

Omega 6 fatty acids have incredible benefits, which help to reduce chronic nerve pain. Omega 6 helps decrease Inflammation these fatty acids further help fight bodily inflammation. This is important, as inflammation can lead to things like heart disease, arthritis, diabetes.

Omega 6 fatty acids can further help treat joint pain, with some studies proving that morning stiffness and morning pain in the joints can decrease with an increase in this single nutrient. Furthermore, omega 6 fatty acid has been proven to fight the aging process, beating back against wrinkles and promoting the formation of new skin cells.

Decrease Symptoms of ADHD

Hemp oil has also been shown to decrease the symptoms of ADHD, or attention deficit disorder, which affects everyone from children to adults, interrupting their lives and disallowing mindful organisation.

According to a study that studied children between the ages of 8 and 18 years old, more than a quarter of the subjects experienced a reduction in ADHD symptoms after just a few months of using hemp oil. And after six months, nearly half of those in the experiment experienced a decrease in ADHD symptoms.

Omega 3 fatty acids, also found in hemp oil, match omega 6 fatty acids in their importance. Fight Depression and Anxiety For one, studies show that people who take more omega 3 fatty acids are less depressed and anxious. Some studies have even shown that omega 3 fatty acids are just as powerful as the anti-depression pill, such as Prozac. This could mean that hemp oil could replace or significantly reduce some of your medications.

Decrease Mental Disorders and Mood Swings

Omega 3 fatty acids have also been shown to decrease mental disorders, such as mood swings that are related to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Furthermore, if you increase your omega 3 fatty acids, you could reduce your risk of violent episodes, if these are a problem in your life.

Decrease Your Menstrual Symptoms For women.

Hemp oil’s omega 3 fatty acids have further been shown to decrease your menstrual pain, the cramps and aches that occur in your lower back and in your pelvis. According to several studies, women who consume more omega 3 fatty acids actually have a decreased response to their period pain. A few studies have even shown that omega 3 fatty acids are more beneficial for period pain than other anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen.

Increase Your Ability to Sleep

Also, omega 3 fatty acids have been shown to boost your ability to sleep through the night. A lack of sleep is one of the most common reasons for several bodily imbalances, that which can lead to diabetes, depression, and even obesity. When you take in more omega 3 fatty acids, you increase your level of melatonin, which helps you fall asleep and fall into deeper sleep helping your body repair itself.

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