The love of travel on the one hand and the uncontrollable fear of flying on the other. Even the most seasoned travelers are affected. Tachycardia, sweating, shortness of breath. A fear that can turn into a phobia at the mere thought of boarding a plane.
Known for its anxiolytic effects, the CBD stimulates natural physical and mental relaxation. CBD which can prove really useful in easing the fear of flying for a I fly more peacefully. Let's quickly discover its benefits.
Fear of flying: symptoms and causes
Aerophobia: fear of flying. A state of anxiety characterized by various physical and psychological symptoms. But what does it depend on?
Also known as aviophobia, the fear of flying is often irrational, as the risk of witnessing a plane crash or dying from it is 1:5.6 million.
However, according to the analyzes carried out, the majority of people, around 81%, base their fears on risk of sudden turbulences. 56%, on the other hand, are worried about the lack of control over the situation and finally 52% fear an accident.
The typical ones symptoms of fear of flying are:
- tachycardia
- shortness of breath
- excessive sweating
- gastrointestinal disorders
Fortunately, the symptoms are not dangerous but annoying, especially if acute, which could partially ruin our travel experience. It is therefore wise to take care of it.
How CBD alleviates the fear of flying
Entering a gigantic metal tube weighing tons to perhaps face several flight hours suspended in the air is a not at all inviting proposition.
The CBD However, the active ingredient of cannabis which it has no psychoactive effects, boasts several widely studied and used therapeutic properties that may be useful to us:
- it's a anxiolytic natural; therefore ideal for relaxing tensions before a plane trip
- it is a calming agent capable of reconciling and improving the quality of sleep, for those who want to take advantage of the flight, especially if it lasts many hours, to recover their energy
- is an effective antiemetic to reduce the symptoms of rejection which could be heard in flight.
CBD: Effective for treating flight anxiety
There are several studies that document the effectiveness of CBD for anxiety. Benefits of cannabidol are perfectly valid even when taking a plane trip.
CBD can indeed relieve stress and release the tensions caused by the many hours of flight, by the new environment to which we have to adapt or perhaps by the new time zone.
For example in 2015, aanalysis published in the magazine Neurotherapeutics, reviewed the studies conducted up to that point to verify the therapeutic potential of CBD for anxiety.
“Cannabidiol is a drug that has attracted increasing interest in the treatment of a number of neuropsychiatric disorders in recent years. The purpose of this review is to determine the potential of CBD to treat anxiety-related disorders", explain the authors.
The investigation, carried out by researchers at New York School of Medicine, examined the extensive evidence from preclinical, human experimental, clinical and epidemiological studies.
Finally, scholars have confirmed the effectiveness of CBD oil in reduce anxious behaviors for multiple disorders, such as: post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and others, underlining the lack of anxiogenic effects.
CBD and air travel: is it allowed to carry it?
Depends. According to law of 2 December 2016 n.242 which: "promotes the cultivation and supply chain of hemp" in Italy, bring some CBD with you domestic flights it does not constitute a crime. Just comply with the following requirements:
- the packaging is sealed, so that, in the event of checks, the authorities can ensure that the product reflects the characteristics on the label
- we are equipped with receipt which certifies the origin and legality of the sale.
Despite this, as there is no visible or odorous difference between inflorescences with THC or legal ones with CBD, in case of search they would be seized and analyzed.
For this reason, it is best to leave light cannabis flowers at home and put them in your travel bag.CBD oil. A product odorless with powerful therapeutic effects which will also save us from the damage of combustion.
Yes, because you only need to leave a few drops under the tongue, wait a few minutes before swallowing and let it take effect.
What about international travel?
Possession of CBD on international flights it is prohibited and carrying any with you is strongly discouraged for several reasons:
- Cannabidiol It's not legal everywhere. In fact, in countries where it is illegal, not only will you not be able to land, but you won't even be able to board planes headed there
- A country where marijuana is legal is not does not authorize any consequently transport by air
- It could cost you (literally) a hefty fine to pay and complicate your stay in the state.
| For further information: "Cannabis light on a plane, what do I risk if the controls stop me?"
