What You Need To Know About Cannabis And Your Gut
This article was originally published in The Fresh Toast and appears here with permission.
CBD has been shown to promote stress resilience and decrease anxiety, adding to its powerful role in gut function.
It is becoming the rage to learn more about our gut health. The gut breaks down the foods you eat and absorbs nutrients that support your body’s functions. The medical community is starting to recognize its importance and increase research. Data indicates the gut microbiome can affect every organ in the body.
From probiotics to diets specifically for health issues, more attention is being paid to the stomach (and its contents) than ever before. And CBD is starting to get attention for its benefits in gut health.
The CBD-Gut Link
Dr. Aimée Gould Shunney, a naturopathic physician believes in the power of a good gut bacteria and thinks CBD offers benefits not yet completely understood. During a recent interview, she shared, “CBD is an immune modulator and a potent anti-inflammatory agent. In addition, it helps to balance the ECS …