There is little research on the effects of cannabis on anxiety, but the limited information we have available shows some promise. First, the CBD Birthday Cake Strain contains high levels of CBD, a cannabinoid that has been linked to anti-anxiety effects. Also, the terpenes limonene, caryophyllene, and myrcene seem to enhance the anti-anxiety effect of CBD.
Millions of people suffer from anxiety. Some of its symptoms include feelings of restlessness, worry, irritability, and being on edge. It may also cause you to have difficulty sleeping and concentrating. Physical symptoms include nausea, sweating, dizziness, shortness of breath, increased heart rate, and feelings of weakness.
Currently, limited human trials have been conducted to determine if cannabis can help treat anxiety. Nevertheless, a growing number of animal studies and anecdotal evidence from cannabis user surveys suggest that it may be an effective treatment, especially in the case of CBD. Nevertheless, human studies need to confirm the findings in animals.
The anti-anxiety effects of CBD and terpenes work differently for each user. Remember that what works for others may not necessarily work for you. Hence, it is essential to consult a medical professional before trying out Birthday Cake products for anxiety or other medical purposes. If you do not have access to a medical consultation, you may start with a low dose, work your way up gradually, and see how it affects your mind and body.
We use the Birthday Cake CBD strain in various vape products. The vape juice contains full-spectrum CBD, which means that it also has trace amounts of THC and other cannabinoids. That said, it may deliver more therapeutic benefits because it induces the “entourage effect.” When cannabinoids, terpenes, and other compounds in cannabis are consumed together, they strongly influence the effects of the major cannabinoids, mainly CBD and THC.
In the case of the Birthday Cake strain, the main component is CBD, which research and anecdotal evidence suggests has anti-anxiety benefits. However, it also contains THC and CBG, which may enhance some of CBD’s anti-anxiety benefits. What is mainly overlooked by a lot of people is the presence of the terpenes limonene, caryophyllene, and myrcene. While these terpenes may not be the main ingredients in the Birthday Cake products, they may help reduce anxiety among users.
With all this information presented, it clearly shows that the Birthday Cake Strain is a good candidate for anxiety. It contains a high concentration of CBD, plus its primary terpenes help enhance its therapeutic effects. Although it has a minute concentration of THC, the level is not high enough to induce anxiety. In fact, the trace amounts of THC may enhance CBD’s potential benefits.
Again, the above information should not replace a medical professional’s advice. Remember that the results of previous research are not conclusive. Clinical studies on humans still have to be conducted to provide concrete evidence of the medical potential of CBD and other cannabis compounds.