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Cannabis for Lupus: Here’s How Cannabinoids Relieve Inflammation

Greencamp

Following this, there is a growing body of evidence which shows that cannabinoids may also inhibit interleukin-6, which is an inflammatory protein associated with autoimmune diseases. Humans and other mammals produce compounds called endocannabinoids (which are coincidentally similar to active compounds found in cannabis— cannabinoids).

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Can cannabis reduce acid reflux?

The Cannigma

The endocannabinoid system has CB1 and CB2 receptors on every organ in the body, including your stomach, esophagus, and throughout your digestive tract. 2 Another animal study from 2002 used a synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonist (not a phytocannabinoid ) to measure the activity of the CB1 and CB2 receptors on esophageal relaxation.

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How to Nurture Your Endocannabinoid System

Peninsula Alternative Health

The ECS can be broken down into three parts: 1) Endocannabinoids - Anandamide and 2-AG are tiny binding molecules, within our bodies, that activate cannabinoid receptors. Cannabinoids from the cannabis plant, interact with cannabinoid receptors and can be used to temporarily replenish anandamide or 2-AG deficiency.

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Smoking Weed with a Cold: Is it Advisable?

PrestoDoctor

This might be due to the potential anti-inflammatory effects of specific cannabinoids in cannabis. Coughing & Phlegm A 2017 review found that long-term marijuana use is linked to persistent coughing and increased production of phlegm. For example, if you have a sore throat or swollen nasal passageway cannabis may help.

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10 Benefits of Probiotics for Your Immune System

United Patients Group

Probiotics can help your body fight infections by boosting the amount of good bacteria in your digestive system and preventing the bad bacteria from getting a foothold there. Probiotics are bacteria that help support a healthy digestive system and potentially prevent disease. How do Probiotics Impact Your Immune System? Conclusion.

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Biggest Benefits of Cannabis You May Be Missing Out On: Acidic Cannabinoids (CBDA / CBGA / THCA)

Healer

While neutral cannabinoids have gotten a lot of attention, new studies show that cannabinoids in their original acidic form have tremendous healing properties that act in tandem with and in contrast to their neutral counterparts. In this article, I share what we know about acidic cannabinoids today and why you should incorporate them.

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Biggest Benefits of Cannabis You May Be Missing Out On: Acidic Cannabinoids (CBDA / CBGA / THCA)

Healer

While neutral cannabinoids have gotten a lot of attention, new studies show that cannabinoids in their original acidic form have tremendous healing properties that act in tandem with and in contrast to their neutral counterparts. In this article, I share what we know about acidic cannabinoids today and why you should incorporate them.