If you, or someone you know, suffers from an autoimmune disease, disorder, or condition (they all mean the same thing), then this article is definitely for you and them.
Now, we’ve all seen the Autoimmune Disease memes, like:
“Autoimmune Disease… Because the only thing tough enough to kick my ass is me!”
Or…
“I don’t look sick? You don’t look stupid! Looks can be deceiving… Autoimmune Disease Awareness.”
Funny, right? We think so too. But while those memes are passive-aggressively humorous, they are 100% true.
And believe it or not, autoimmune disorders are targeting more people than you might think.
To put it into perspective, research suggests that 8% of Americans have an autoimmune disease. That’s over 24 million Americans, and that number is rising.
Autoimmune disease is a very serious yet mysterious condition. In fact, scientists and renowned doctors still have many unanswered questions regarding autoimmunity. And while there are some relatively effective treatment options, there is no known cure for autoimmune disease.
But that doesn’t mean autoimmune disorders can’t be controlled. And no, we’re not talking about pharmaceutical drugs, although they do have their place.
We’re talking about hemp-derived CBD. And as luck would have it, there are a few studies that showcase CBD’s therapeutic response to autoimmunity. This may explain why people with autoimmune diseases are turning to CBD.
But before we dive into those studies, let’s briefly brush up on…