Although research into the cannabinoid is still very much in its infancy in Canada; CBD oil’s anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties are now well-known and accepted. These properties have led sufferers of autoimmune conditions such as arthritis, lupus, Crohn’s and many others to start using CBD  to treat a wide range of symptoms.

While the physical health benefits are undisputed, using CBD products helps many Canadians find relief. Relief from mental health conditions like stress, anxiety and depression as well when taken regularly. All in all, CBD oil is a remarkable substance that boosts general wellness and wellbeing with no real known side-effects.

Many people’s first introduction is through CBD oils taken sublingually to relieve the symptoms of chronic disease or anxiety. As the market has expanded, so has the number of uses that people have found for it.

Here is a list of some of the more unusual uses of CBD oil out there.

Stop-Smoking Aid

Many people find that CBD can help control nicotine cravings when they are trying to give up smoking. Nicotine is known to interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system in an intense way. When a person suddenly stops introducing nicotine into their body, the receptors in the endocannabinoid system “miss” the nicotine, causing a reaction which the smoker experiences as cravings.

Since it also interacts with the endocannabinoid system, it helps to replace the interactions that the system would normally receive from the nicotine in order to reduce cravings. Studies back this theory up, showing that smokers who take CBD have a much higher quitting success rate.

Treating Heroin Addiction

CBD has been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of craving and anxiety that are typically experienced during heroin withdrawal. While more research is needed, it is thought that heroin interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system in a similar way to nicotine to produces cravings.

Treating Sick Pets

CBD can help treat the symptoms of illness and disease in animals in much the same way as it works in people. Most mammals possess the same endocannabinoid receptors in their bodies as we do. As a result, doses of CBD oil can help relieve the pain and swelling.

Often experienced by animals suffering from conditions like arthritis and rheumatism. More research is needed, there have been some promising indications that it can also help to reduce the frequency at which epileptic dogs suffer from seizures.

Skin Care

CBD has some potent anti-microbial and antioxidant properties. When applied topically, these properties, together with its ability to moisturize the skin, making CBD oil an effective treatment for a number of chronic skin conditions, including acne, psoriasis and eczema.

Massage Oil

CBD’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties can work wonders for muscle pain. It is no surprise, then, that CBD oil is starting to be used by professional masseurs as a massage oil. When applied to the skin, CBD oil allows for a deeper massage without pain and discomfort.

Alleviating High-Heel Pain

Probably the weirdest use of CBD oil on this list is to alleviate the pain that comes from wearing high heels. A growing number of A-list celebrities, such as Mandy Moore and Busy Philipps have reported using CBD cream topically on their feet to help them last through the long nights at award ceremonies in glamorous high heels. Cosmetics companies across the board have jumped on this endorsement and begun to market their own high-end CBD creams.

Now that CBD oil has been legal in Canada for years, you can buy it nationwide. Visit sites on the topic to see if it’s right for you. We are free to experiment with the many uses of cannabis and discover its potential. With so many new uses cropping up all the time, who knows what new applications we will see in a few years?