CBD & Sex
It’s no question that people are looking to CBD to help spice up their love life. For starters it helps alleviate pain from chronic conditions such as endometriosis. It also increases pleasure, eases stress and anxiety (performance anxiety for example) and setting a sensual mood.
From a biological standpoint there are so many cannabinoid receptors in the reproductive organs and sexual tissue. CBD increases blood flow to these tissues, which in turn increases sensitivity and promotes the body to create its own natural lubrication. Cannabinoid receptors are found in the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries and vulva. These receptors play a big role in the pleasure, and at times pain that is associated with sex. This is why introducing CBD into your sex life, especially for females, can have such a positive sexual reaction.
Psychologically it helps put people in the right mood as it reduces stress and anxiety. This creates a space for a positive sexual experience. This is especially apparent in women who often experience the pressure of needing to orgasm. For females sex is multidimensional, more so based mentally. The activation of the CB1 receptors and neurotransmitters aligning allow the flow of dopamine, creating a more ‘in the moment” reaction. This allows women to climax more easily and actually have stronger, longer orgasms.
CBD doesn’t have psychoactive effects, but it boosts your mood by enhancing a neurotransmitter called anandamide. This is also known as our bliss neurotransmitter and is closely associated with oxytocin (the cuddle hormone). Anandamide is actually named after “ananda” the Sanskrit word for joy, bliss and delight. This increase of natural neurotransmitters and endorphins lead to a better sexual experience. When the body is stressed or anxious sex can get very complicated. Studies have shown that cortisol (the stress hormone) can actually lower your libido. By reducing cortisol and activating the parasympatheticnervous system (PNS) people can experience a more restful, receptive, and sensually supportive experience of sex.
It is also being studied how the relation to CBD intake and erectile dysfunction are linked. A theory is CBD relaxes the blood vessels and promotes blood flow, this leads to longer lasting sex. Cannabinoids have also been shown to activate the part of people’s brains that control sexual arousal. This is helpful for those who suffer from low sex drive.
Historically CBD and THC have been used as aphrodisiacs. It is known that CBD helps diminish pain and is also believed to help with arousal and increase of desire. Taking CBD oil or a capsule before sex helps with anxiety, soreness as well as one’s overall sex drive. CBD also dilates your blood vessels, allowing fresh oxygenated air to flow effortlessly, which leads to increased stimulation.
Ways to Incorporate CBD into your sex life
Taking it sublingually beforehand.
Incorporating it into a massage oil.
Applying it to lubricant to enhance pleasure.
Whether you are looking to deepen your relationship with yourself or a partner, CBD, can be a fantastic ally.