Hemp oil, contrary to popular belief, is legal. Obtained from flowers, it has anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antifungal and antibacterial properties. Made from seeds, thanks to its valuable ingredients, it should become part of any healthy diet. Both are available in Poland.
Cannabis THC oil is completely illegal in Poland, and its possession or sale is punishable by imprisonment. It can only be used in our treatment of multiple sclerosis. On the other hand, the oils and extracts produced from the inflorescences of special varieties of industrial hemp with a high content of CBD cannabidiol are legal. Hemp oil from hemp seeds is also available in health food stores.
CBD hemp flower oil
The forbidden THC content in hemp flower oil is below 0,2%. Therefore, it is completely legal and available without a prescription. The medicinal cannabidiol CBD contained in it is a safe ingredient that mimics substances naturally occurring in the human body. Its human counterpart can be found, for example, in mother’s milk. It does not cause side effects and is not addictive. CBD, unlike THC, does not intoxicate, but on the contrary – it works against psychotic stimulation of the nervous system. It also shows anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antioxidant, antifungal and antibacterial properties. Thanks to its properties, it can be helpful in the treatment of many civilization and neurodegenerative diseases, e.g. it can complement the treatment of cancer, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and epilepsy.
Hemp seed oil
Hemp seed oil from hemp seed is available in health food stores and can be used as an addition to salads, sauces, vegetables. It has a slightly nutty, delicate flavor and aroma. Due to its structure, it is not suitable for frying. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids: oleic, linoleic and linolenic, as well as gamma-linolenic. It is a valuable source of omega-3 and -6 fatty acids, which account for 80 percent. its composition. Remember that if we do not manage to eat fish twice a week, we certainly lack Omega 3 fatty acids. Unfortunately, our body does not produce them on its own, so it is so important to provide the optimal amount of them in the daily diet. Omega-3 fatty acids affect cholesterol levels, which reduces the risk of atherosclerosis and, consequently, heart attacks and strokes.
It improves immunity and adds beauty
Hemp oil is especially recommended for people weakened, debilitated by disease, suffering from avitaminosis. The fatty acids it contains have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Cold-pressed unrefined hemp seed oil is also used in cosmetics, having antiallergic, regenerative and anti-aging properties. Makes the skin more elastic and resistant to harmful environmental factors. It also improves the hydration of the epidermis and skin tone. It soothes irritation and inflammation associated with psoriasis, atopic dermatitis and eczema. The chemical composition of hemp oil is very similar to the natural protective fat secreted by human skin, thanks to which, when used in cosmetic preparations, it improves lipid management, especially in seborrhoeic and acne-prone skin. Due to the rich content of amino acids, this oil also has a beneficial effect on the scalp and hair.