Chronic inflammation in the body is associated with a wide
range of serious health conditions and is considered a major contributor to
many leading causes of death. While acute inflammation is the body’s healthy,
short-term protective response to injury or infection, chronic inflammation can
persist for months or years, damaging tissues and organs.
Diseases 
Autoimmune and Inflammatory Diseases
In these conditions, the immune system mistakenly attacks
the body’s own healthy tissues, leading to ongoing inflammation.
Arthritis and Joint Diseases: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA),
psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and gout all involve inflammation
of the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and potential joint damage.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): This group of disorders
causes chronic inflammation in the digestive tract and includes Crohn’s disease
and ulcerative colitis.
Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus): A systemic autoimmune
disease that can affect nearly any organ system, including the skin, joints,
kidneys, and heart.
Psoriasis and Eczema: Chronic inflammatory conditions that
affect the skin, causing rashes, scaly patches, and itching.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): An autoimmune disease where
inflammation damages the protective coverings of nerve fibers in the central
nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and body.
Type 1 Diabetes: The immune system attacks and destroys the
insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.
Cardiovascular Diseases
Inflammation plays a fundamental role in the development of
heart disease and stroke.
Atherosclerosis: This condition, where plaque builds up in
the arteries, is now understood as a chronic inflammatory condition of the
arterial walls, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes.
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension).
Metabolic and Endocrine Diseases
Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Chronic low-grade
inflammation is strongly linked to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.
Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: In more severe forms
(NASH), inflammation of the fattened liver cells can lead to cirrhosis
(scarring) and liver cancer.
Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and Graves’ Disease: Inflammatory
conditions affecting the thyroid gland function.
Neurological and Mental Health Conditions
Alzheimer’s Disease and Cognitive Decline: High levels of
inflammation are associated with brain aging and an increased risk of dementia.
Depression and Anxiety: Research has found an association
between chronic inflammation and a higher risk of developing major depressive
disorders.
Other Major Conditions
Cancer: Chronic, long-term inflammation contributes to the
development of certain types of cancer, including colorectal and liver cancer.
Asthma and COPD: These lung diseases are chronic
inflammatory disorders of the airways, leading to breathing problems.
Chronic Kidney Disease: Low-grade inflammation is a common
feature that contributes to the progression of kidney damage.
Why do I bring this up?
Through scientific studies , CBD has proven to be helpful in reducing inflammation in the body.
Research suggests that cannabidiol (CBD) has notable
anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in preclinical (animal and
lab-based) studies.
How CBD May Help with Inflammation
CBD interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS),
which plays a key role in regulating immune responses and maintaining balance
(homeostasis). Its potential anti-inflammatory effects involve several
mechanisms:
Modulating Immune Cell Activity: CBD may help calm an
overactive immune system by reducing the migration and proliferation of
inflammatory cells like macrophages and neutrophils to sites of inflammation.
Reducing Pro-inflammatory Markers: Studies show that CBD can
decrease levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, which are signaling molecules
that drive inflammation in the body.
Antioxidant Effects: CBD has direct and indirect antioxidant
properties that help counteract oxidative stress, a process where an excess of
free radicals damages cells and tissue and is often associated with chronic
inflammation.
So make sure you get enough CBD in your Body this Holiday Season!