4 Ways CBD Can Enhance Your Sexual Experiences
Though it’s THC that has long been championed for its ability to enhance the sex lives of couples, CBD — the non-intoxicating ingredient of the cannabis plant — is no slouch itself when it comes (no pun intended) to giving your sex life a boost. If you’ve ever wondered whether CBD or cannabis in general can improve your sexual experiences, look no further. We’ve got some of the answers right here.
Here’s how.
1. It can function as an aphrodisiac.
It’s likely that you’re already familiar with the aphrodisiac effects of cannabis: smoking it, vaping it and ingesting it are all favoured methods of stimulating sexual desire. As we mentioned at the outset, most of that is credited to the effects of the THC cannabinoid. But what about CBD? Can it deliver you a pick-me-up in the desire-level department? Absolutely. CBD, when applied topically, dilates your blood vessels. This affects the muscles in the walls of your arteries and veins, preventing the muscles from tightening and those walls from narrowing. As a result, it allows fresh oxygenated blood to flow more freely. Fresh oxygenated blood, of course, is commonly associated with increased arousal. Stimulation, too!
2. It can produce a feeling of calmness, relaxation and elation.
No secret here, but one of the main reasons CBD is currently so in demand is because it can help you fight anxiety, as well as improve your mental state. CBD works directly on an intricate network of receptors in your body — a complex cell-signaling structure, really — that assists in regulating your nervous system, immune system and your body’s organs. It’s actually called the “endocannabinoid system,” and it was identified in the early 1990s by researchers exploring THC. Anyway, when activated by your body’s own endocannabinoids, those receptors wield an anti-anxiety effect on the brain. It should go without saying, but employing CBD in the bedroom can make you tranquil. It can loosen you up. It can influence feelings of ecstasy. Sounds like an appealing combination for achieving augmented sexual pleasure, no?
3. It can intensify orgasms for you and your partner.
Cannabinoid receptors play a consequential role in both the day-to-day pleasures and pain related to sex. This is especially true when it comes to women and the female reproductive tract. These receptors can be located in your fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, vagina and vulva. And since they are fundamental in improving low libido and the inability to achieve orgasms, the application of CBD seems an obvious choice, as they bind so well with these receptors during use. Men can also benefit from using CBD, particularly those experiencing difficulties with erectile dysfunction. To repeat, CBD increases blood flow and nerve sensation. Don’t mistake us for sexologists, but we believe there should be mutuality in sexual pleasure. This way, you both win.
4. It may be able to help with pain during intercourse.
On the topic of pain related to sex, multiple studies continue to reveal that CBD is a formidable anti-inflammatory. As such, it can be advantageous as an adjunct treatment for pain. In other words, if chronic discomfort or sexual dysfunction are proving problematic between the sheets, CBD could be of service. Take a CBD lube, for example. Incorporating synergistic botanicals and aromatics, some of today’s intimate oils are made with broad-spectrum CBD. These multi-aphrodisiac blends enhance tactile sensation and pleasure, while decreasing tension, discomfort and dryness. Topical, whole-plant CBD balms can further help you if sexual intercourse is making you sore.
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This article was written by The Blissed Team.
This article was published August 28th, 2019.