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If you struggle with poor digestive health or have issues like acid reflux or heartburn and the usual treatments aren’t giving you relief, you may want to try cannabidiol (CBD). It is a natural approach that has been shown to aid in proper digestion.
How does CBD affect digestion?
There are three main functions of the digestive system. They include food digestion, nutrient absorption, and waste elimination. Each plays an important role in a person’s overall well-being. Food is broken down and then absorbed into the body as nutrients. These nutrients provide energy, aid in growth and in cell repair. Without them, the body cannot function.
The excretory system works in conjunction with the digestive system by ridding the body of waste. The nervous system and the immune system also play a role. For this reason, when a part of the digestive system is not functioning properly, it has a negative impact on the body’s other systems as well.
Cannabinoids (CBD) can help treat a variety of digestive problems by working with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS). This system helps the body to maintain balance by regulating different functions such as mood and appetite. It has three components: endocannabinoids, cannabinoid receptors, and enzymes. “Endocannabinoids act as neurotransmitters that bind with cannabinoid receptors. Enzymes break down the endocannabinoids once they fulfill their function. CBD binds with the cannabinoid receptors and functions like endocannabinoids.“ 1
There are a number of digestive issues that have been shown to respond well to CBD use.
Intestinal and stomach inflammation
CBD has been shown to be a powerful anti-inflammatory. Reducing inflammation in the intestinal tract results in better digestion and less pain and cramping in the abdomen.
Gastritis is the inflammation of the stomach lining caused by a bacterial infection, smoking, or overuse of pain medications. Symptoms of this condition include indigestion, burning stomach pain, vomiting, and nausea. Again, CBD has been shown to reduce inflammation and may therefore, alleviate this problem as well.
Intestinal spasms
CBD helps to relax the intestinal tract and, therefore, reduces the spasms, such as cramps, bloating, and diarrhea, one may experience. Reducing these issues results in improved regularity.
Corrected endocannabinoid deficiencies
Endocannabinoid deficiencies have been linked conditions such as IBS, celiac disease, or colorectal cancer. People who suffer from them may find relief
through regular use of CBD since it can help correct endocannabinoid deficiencies by preventing their breakdown and prolonging their action.1
Reduced Stress and Anxiety
CBD is widely used to help people control their stress and anxiety which are two problems that often create digestive issues. Those who suffer from stress and anxiety often experience symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. By helping relieve stress, CBD is also helping to regulate the digestive system.
If you are looking for a trusted and reliable source of CBD products, visit Hemp Joi of SW Florida in Fort Meyers to find out more about how CBD may help you in your wellness journey.
About Hemp Joi
It all started back in 2019, we set out to change the way the world deals with chronic aches and pains. Having a background in functional medicine and a passion for entrepreneurship, we set out to bring quality products to the greater SW Florida area and beyond.
We were inspired by family members, in the massotheraphy industry, that kept getting requests from clients to use CBD oils because of their natural healing properties.
We felt this was a great and underserved need, so we began our search for the most natural most authentic CBD oils and lotions.
Where to buy CBD products
Please visit us at hempjoi.com, stop by, or call us to find out more at (239) 676-0915.
Source:
1. CBD Oil for Digestion – April 2022 – CBD Clinicals. (2019, October 21).
Cbdclinicals.com. https://cbdclinicals.com/cbd-for-digestion/
