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Cannabis doesn’t just mask pain. It addresses inflammation at the source.
🧠 The Data
Chronic pain is often driven by ongoing inflammation, not just tissue damage.Multiple studies show cannabinoids—especially CBD and THC—modulate inflammatory pathways by interacting with the endocannabinoid system (ECS).
Key findings:
- CBD reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines like TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-1β
- THC shows anti-inflammatory effects via CB2 receptor activation
- The ECS plays a regulatory role in immune balance and inflammation control
(Observed across conditions like arthritis, IBD, neuropathic pain, and post-exercise inflammation)
⚙️ The Mechanism
Inflammation is driven by an overactive immune response.
Cannabinoids help by:
- Activating CB2 receptors on immune cells → reduces inflammatory signaling
- Inhibiting cytokine release → less tissue irritation and swelling
- Supporting immune regulation, not suppression
Think of cannabis less like a painkiller and more like a volume knob on inflammation.
🧍♂️ The Application
This is why people report relief from:
- Joint and muscle pain
- Autoimmune flare-ups
- Gut inflammation
- Post-training soreness
- Chronic pain that doesn’t respond to NSAIDs
Pain goes down because inflammation goes down.
🧩 Why This Matters
Pain relief without addressing inflammation is temporary.Inflammation control creates long-term relief and better recovery.
Cannabis works upstream—not just on symptoms.
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Cannabis doesn’t just mask pain. It addresses inflammation at the source.
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