Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract that's often located in the lower part of the small intestine, or colon. Crohn's can lead to abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, fatigue and weight loss. It can also lead to complications such as fistulas (abnormal connections between organs), abscesses (pus-filled pockets that form under the skin) and intestinal obstructions.
CBD and Crohn's disease
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a natural compound found in the cannabis plant. It is not psychoactive and does not get you high. The health benefits of CBD for Crohn’s disease sufferers are many and varied. In fact, there have been numerous studies that show how effective it can be at treating several conditions associated with this autoimmune disorder.
To understand how CBD works on Crohn's disease, it's important to understand some basics about how the body works normally:
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The gut has immune cells called macrophages that protect against harmful foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses by engulfing them in a process known as phagocytosis. This helps prevent inflammatory responses from occurring within the digestive tract—which is essential because they can negatively affect digestion and absorption of nutrients as well as cause other unwanted symptoms such as diarrhea.*
How Cannabidiol Works on Inflammatory Bowel Disease
How does Cannabidiol work on Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
The endocannabinoid system is a network of receptors and neurotransmitters that help control our metabolism, memory and appetite. When there is inflammation in the intestines, it disrupts this system by causing pain and swelling in the gut. Cannabidiol works by restoring balance to the endocannabinoid system so that it can function normally again.
CBD also works through several other pathways:
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CBD modulates immune cells in many ways including reducing inflammation by decreasing cytokine production (TNF-alpha), increasing regulatory T-cell levels (Tregs) which suppress inflammatory responses from macrophages, neutrophils and B cells; decreasing IL-6 production; inhibiting Th1 activity and stimulating Treg expression which results in downregulation of NFkB activation.* This may all sound very complicated but what this means is that CBD helps reduce inflammation from within your body without causing any side effects like drowsiness or low energy levels!
The Science of Cannabidiol and Crohn's Disease
You may have heard of the cannabinoid CBD, or cannabidiol. This is a compound that has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects when taken orally. CBD is not psychoactive, meaning it won't get you high like THC does. The scientific community is still exploring the exact mechanisms by which CBD works in our bodies; however, there is strong evidence supporting its effectiveness in reducing inflammation and pain in Crohn's disease patients.
Scientific Studies
You may not have heard of CBD, but you’ve probably heard of THC. They are both cannabinoids, which means they are two types of chemical compounds found in marijuana plants. THC is the main psychoactive component of marijuana and can cause you to feel “high” when taken in large quantities. CBD is another type of cannabinoid that does not get you high like THC does.
Most research has shown that CBD helps with Crohn's disease because it has anti-inflammatory properties and reduces pain caused by inflammation in your gut walls. Studies also show that CBD can reduce nausea (which often occurs with digestive diseases), improve appetite and help treat other symptoms associated with Crohn's disease such as depression or anxiety (1). However, these studies are still not conclusive on whether or not CBD actually works for treating Crohn's Disease.
If you want to try using CBD for treating your condition then there is no recommended dosage as it varies from person-to-person depending on factors like genetics and weight among others; however, we do know that taking more than 1500mg per day might end up causing side effects such as diarrhea so start off slowly at first! The best way to take this supplement depends on the condition being treated: For example if someone were looking into using it as an alternative treatment method against cancer then they would need far less dosage than someone who wanted help managing their pain levels while suffering from chronic back problems (2). In addition one study showed how effective topical creams containing hemp oil could be used topically without having any adverse side effects even though most current medications give patients headaches when applied directly underneath their eyes due to sensitivity issues surrounding this area (3).
Cannabidiol in its water soluble form, MBF CBD, is a promising treatment for Crohn’s disease.
MBF CBD is a water-soluble form of cannabidiol (CBD), one of the most promising treatments for Crohn’s disease. It’s easy to take, easy on your stomach and has no psychoactive side effects.
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Cannabinoids are natural substances found in hemp and cannabis plants that have an effect on your body's endocannabinoid system (ECS). ECS helps regulate many important processes such as digestion, mood, sleep, immune system function and more.
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Unlike THC (which is what you need a medical marijuana card for), MBF CBD does not cause euphoria or impairment when ingested orally.*
Based on the data we have available, CBD has proven itself to be an effective treatment for Crohn’s disease. It’s important that you understand the potential benefits and risks of using cannabis-based medicine. If you have been diagnosed with this condition, talk with your doctor about whether or not they feel this is right for you.