Your immunity is your body's defense system against bacteria, viruses and other pathogens. When you have a weak defense system, your body is unable to guard itself from potentially harmful agents, leading to illnesses and medical conditions. Immune systems are boosted with the help of pharmaceutical drugs, vaccinations, and other agents to give the fighting ability to one's body. Physicians and nutritional experts advise living healthily, on a balanced diet, and moderate physical exercise; to keep the immune system in check. There are many vitamins, supplements available today that can boost your immunity, and Medical Marijuana is one of them. According to various clinical studies, Medical Marijuana offers rapid and targeted effects on the body's immune system. One significant impact reported of Marijuana use is reduced inflammatory response associated with certain health conditions.

Studies have also demonstrated that Medical Marijuana's active components, such as THC & CBD, target receptors in some parts of the human body, like the nervous system and digestive system, to eliminate irregular immune cell activity. Due to the effect of Medical Marijuana on the immune system, regular intake of the herb at recommended dosage can strengthen your immune system, warding off illnesses of various nature.

Medical Marijuana and body's Immune System

Your immune system fights diseases and unknown antigens through its innate or adaptive immune response, all working with your body's endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system interacts with specific cannabinoid receptors present in cells within your body, making the immune system function effectively. In the same way, Medical Marijuana contains many active components; one is cannabidiol, an external cannabinoid. These external cannabinoids help strengthen your immune system by replacing cannabinoids that your body can't make for the benefit of the immune system. There is extensive research being funded on the use and effectiveness of Medical Marijuana derivatives on our immune system. Some studies on lab animals have been used to demonstrate the medical fact that cannabidiol present in Medical Marijuana can replace any of the lost endocannabinoids naturally produced in the body to keep the immune system strong. However, more clinical trials and studies need to be done to give more concrete evidence of Marijuana Bonita Springs benefit in boosting our immune system.

Conditions that Effect the Body's Immune System

Disorders of the immune system can cause abnormally low or overactivity of the immune system. When the body's immune system becomes overactive, it starts attacking its own organs and tissues, causing autoimmune diseases. Conditions such as IBS, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis are autoimmune diseases. Reduced immunity is caused by a low activity of the immune system, decreasing the body's ability to fight causing vulnerability to infections.

Many autoimmune diseases, such as Crohn's disease, have an autoimmune response against the white blood cells, weakening the immune system. In Crohn's disease, there is a deficiency in a natural cannabinoid called anandamide. Preventing anandamide's activity encourages friendly intestinal bacteria to survive in the human body.

Several studies have stated that taking recommended doses of Medical Marijuana can help replace the lost cannabinoid in the body of a person recovering from Crohn's disease. Thus, strengthening the immune system. Some diagnosed with Parkinson's disease have undergone trials which have given remarkable results with Medical Marijuana treatment. The patients reported decreased severity of tremors, better motor control, improvement in muscle stiffness, and overall improved quality of life. A lot more research and clinical study is being done on the advantages and benefits of this amazing healing herb. In combination with other traditional drugs, adding Medical Marijuana to a patient's treatment plan results in improved health conditions for patients with Parkinson's disease, HIV, Crohn's disease, and other immune diseases.

If you want to inquire about eligibility to add Medical Marijuana to your treatment plan and know if you have one of the qualifying conditions, you should always seek professional help. My Florida Green has a qualified team of patient advocates and a  vast network of medical professionals that can recommend Medical Marijuana treatment and certify you for a Marijuana Card.