Inflammation is part of the human body's normal immune defense. As soon as a potentially dangerous intruder, such as a pathogen or a splinter of wood, is detected, the body sets a complex defense process in motion - this is inflammation.
The following signs can indicate inflammation: Redness of the skin, warmth, swelling, pain or impaired function. These symptoms of inflammation usually subside within a few days.
Inflammation is therefore not fundamentally a bad thing, but rather protects us from unwanted pathogens, etc. However, inflammation can also become chronic - this happens if the irritation persists over a longer period of time.
There are various anti-inflammatory medications that can help treat inflammation. On the other hand, there are also natural remedies that can inhibit inflammation.
Various studies suggest that CBD can have an anti-inflammatory effect. Unlike most anti-inflammatory agents, which only inhibit a few inflammatory messengers that lead to inflammation, CBD can stop the inflammatory process at multiple points. This makes it particularly useful for many different types of inflammation - from allergic and autoimmune reactions to sprains and strains.
Both acute and chronic inflammation are said to be relieved by cannabidiol. Assuming that CBD can interrupt the inflammatory process at several points, CBD appears to be more effective in combating inflammation than conventional anti-inflammatory drugs.
The dosage of CBD is very individual - it is best to start with a low dose, observe whether there is a positive change and adjust the dosage in small steps if necessary.
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