According to statistics, allergies are the sixth main cause of chronic illnesses in the United States, affecting roughly 19.9 million adults, as stated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Cannabidiol (CBD) is said to possess anti-inflammatory properties that could be useful in managing allergies.
One example of how CBD can help with allergies:
Reduces the antibodies that trigger histamine (the cause of inflammatory response from the body)
A study in 2009 found that cannabinoids are capable of inhibiting the activation of a specific type of white blood cell (T-cells) in mice. By impairing the release of these cells, CBD may be able to lessen antibody responses and reduce allergic symptoms.
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