Treating the Treatments: How CBD Can Help Manage the Side Effects of Cancer Treatments

The side effects of cancer treatments are often worse than the cancer itself. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy can cause nausea, vomiting, hair loss, and extreme fatigue. These side effects can be so debilitating that some patients forgo treatment altogether. But what if there were a way to manage the side effects of cancer treatments without having to sacrifice the treatment itself?

CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound found in the cannabis plant. Unlike THC, the compound that gives marijuana its psychoactive properties, CBD is non-intoxicating and does not produce a high. But that doesn't mean it isn't powerful. CBD has been shown to have a wide range of medicinal properties, including the ability to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and relieve pain.

CBD has also been shown to be effective in managing the side effects of cancer treatments. A study published in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology found that CBD was able to reduce the nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy. Another study, this one published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, found that CBD was effective in reducing the pain and inflammation associated with radiation therapy.

If you're undergoing cancer treatment and are looking for a way to manage the side effects, CBD may be worth considering. Talk to your doctor about whether CBD is right for you.