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Is CBD oil good for neuropathy of the feet?

Peripheral neuropathy patients deal with unbearable pain on daily basis.

Medication that treat the underlying symptoms such as pain don’t necessarily provide the desired calming effect and can prove too costly for some people.

An increasingly popular alternative to relieving neuropathy related foot pain is using cannabidiol (CBD) products.

CBD, or cannabidiol is an active ingredient in cannabis. It is derived directly from the hemp plant, a cousin of marijuana, or manufactured in a laboratory. It accounts for up to 40% of the plant’s extract.

Recent studies show that topical CBD can reduce joint swelling and pain with no adverse side effects.  So how does it work exactly?

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Lifestyle, Neuropathy

What foods you must avoid with peripheral neuropathy?

A healthy diet can go a long way for patients living with neuropathy. Like many other health conditions, the symptoms of neuropathy can be worsened or improved by what you eat.

When battling Neuropathy, it is important to stay away from foods that may cause inflammation and allergic reactions or even induce pain.

In general, 60-70% of people with diabetes also have some form of neuropathy, due to the high blood glucose which interferes with the transmission of nerve signals, and weakens the blood vessels that supply oxygen and nutrients to nerves.

There are certain foods that you simply can’t continue eating if you’re battling neuropathy.

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Lifestyle, Neuropathy, Supplements

Does alpha-lipoic acid help with neuropathy?

Alpha Lipoic Acid or ALA is a fatty acid made by your body. It helps to convert blood sugar (glucose) into energy using oxygen and controlling blood sugar levels in diabetic neuropathy patients is a must.

But it is also a powerful antioxidant, neutralizing harmful free radicals that damage cells.

While your body makes its own ALA, you may need an extra boost if you suffer from neuropathy.

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