What makes CBD oil support immunity?

Last update: November 9th, 2023

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CBD oil is promoted as a supplement that strengthens the body and supports our natural immunity. Many people get sick less when using the oil, and colds are not scary to them. Why is this the case?

Immune system – our inner defender

Our immunity is the work of many organs that are united by one system – the immune system. It is responsible for annihilating fungi, bacteria, parasites, viruses and germs. Some people are said to have weak or strong immunity. So what determines how often we get sick and how hard we go through illnesses? On whether our immune system is working well! That’s why it’s so important to support it with a healthy diet, but also with supplements!

What do researchers say about CBD?

Hemp has been used for years as an immune booster, and no one wondered why it actually works that way.

But as science progressed, the properties of the plant caught the attention of researchers. And what did they discover?

Last June, researchers discovered that CBD has similar properties to antibiotics [1]. It works against gram-positive bacteria, i.e. staphylococci and streptococci, among others. This is very good news for anyone suffering from diseases caused by these bacteria!

Staphylococci are responsible for skin diseases, respiratory diseases, suppurative inflammations and many other ailments. Streptococci, on the other hand, are bacteria responsible for, for example, meningitis and pneumococcal pneumonia. Both of these diseases are extremely dangerous, which is why research on CBD and its properties to fight these diseases naturally is extremely promising!

Cannabidiol also has documented anti-inflammatory effects [2]. Taking CBD during ongoing inflammation makes the inflammation disappear faster, and the tissue damage caused by the condition is much less.

CBD oil when antibiotics no longer help….

Scientists have also tested the effect of CBD against bacteria that are resistant to some antibiotics. As a result, they are difficult to combat pharmacologically, and recovery from illness caused by such superbugs is an arduous process.

It turned out that cannabidiol does a great job with bacteria that did not respond to even very strong antibiotics! [3] What sometimes happens is that bacteria become resistant to the antibiotics, and those antibiotics no longer have as much effect on them. Then you have to look for newer and newer or stronger remedies to get rid of the disease. In the case of CBD, the bacteria did not develop resistance to it, even with prolonged use.

What else is noteworthy is that CBD has been proven in studies to destroy the biofilm. This is a cluster of bacteria that, in order to protect themselves from the immune system, build themselves structures that are difficult to remove, and that contribute to the spread of bacteria around the body. If they do not have the opportunity to mature in such hidden places, they will be eradicated faster!

CBD supports immunity!

Research on the effects of CBD is still ongoing, but sources say that CBD can have anti-inflammatory, anti-viral effects and can strengthen the function of our immune system. And a strong body means less disease, more energy to function and, most importantly, health!

Using CBD oil prophylactically therefore makes sense. Not only will it help get rid of dangerous microorganisms like viruses and bacteria from our body in advance, but it will also support our body to have the strength to fight the problem on its own.

How else does CBD affect our immunity? It has several more properties that indirectly support our immune system.

Reduces stress and soothes nerves – stress is one of the reasons for lowered immunity and contracting various types of diseases. Nowadays, with the fast pace of life, it is inevitable. However, it is necessary to fight against this excessive stress, which can greatly harm us.

Strengthens and energizes – a strong body, full of energy, is easier to mobilize when microbes appear and neutralizes them faster. If our overall health is good, it is likely that our immune system will have no problem dealing with a problem. It will be able to focus entirely on fighting a cold, for example.
Contains omega-3 fatty acids – these are unsaturated fatty acids that our body needs to function properly. If we provide them in adequate amounts, our immune system works better, as well as the brain or heart. These are the acids responsible for leveling inflammation in our body!
Terpenes, flavonoids and phenols – these are the components of good hemp oil, which help strengthen immunity, support the body when fighting infections or inflammation. Some of them also have antibacterial effects.

In addition to direct support, CBD also works indirectly on our immunity, strengthening it. Immunity is built by each of us individually. That’s why it’s so important to take care of it yourself. So that, when needed, it can easily perform its role…. A complete diet, exercise, a healthy lifestyle and supplementation can be the key to success in the fight against infections.

Bibliography:

[1] https://www.asm.org/Press-Releases/2019/June/Cannabidiol-is-a-Powerful-New-Antibiotic

[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2828614/

[3] https://imb.uq.edu.au/article/2019/06/cannabis-compound-could-be-powerful-new-antibiotic