CANNABIS PEA FORTE

Palmitoylethanolamide, or PEA, is a bioactive fatty acid found naturally in foods such as soy, egg yolk and peanuts. It has been widely studied because it binds to endocannabinoid receptors, regulating the transcription of genes related to inflammation and pain. It has also been shown to inhibit mast cell degranulation, i.e. the release of cellular substances that contribute to the inflammation process.

Joint and muscle pain affects people of all ages, although it is more common in women, especially between the ages of 40 and 65. Factors such as menopause and inflammatory diseases increase women's susceptibility to these pains, and in Spain approximately 30% of adult women report pain in these areas.

Joint pain affects the joints, while muscle pain focuses on the muscles and soft tissues. It can range from mild discomfort to debilitating chronic pain that limits mobility and affects quality of life.

Common symptoms include joint stiffness, persistent pain, swelling or inflammation, loss of flexibility and muscle weakness, especially after physical activity or periods of inactivity.

Causes include hormonal factors, especially in menopausal women, ageing, overload or injury, sedentary lifestyles, obesity and chronic diseases such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, which are common in women.

Natural treatment includes low-impact exercise, physiotherapy, a healthy diet rich in antioxidants and minerals, weight control, and the use of natural supplements such as palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) and CBD, which have been shown to relieve inflammation and pain.