11 million people suffer from COPD in the United States alone and it’s the third leading cause of death by disease in the country. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe.

There are two main forms of COPD, chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Chronic bronchitis involves a long-term cough with mucus and emphysema involves damage to the lungs over time.

COPD is characterized by shortness of breath, chest pressure, wheezing, chronic cough and frequent respiratory infections. Treatment for COPD includes oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation and prescribed medications. Medications used to treat COPD include Ipratropium, Albuterol, Fluticasone, Arformoterol, Indacaterol, Salmeterol, Budesonide, Formoterol, Tiotropium, Levalbuterol, Pulmicort and Beclomethasone dipropionate.

Each prescribed medication contains negative side effects that include bladder pain, bloody urine, cough producing mucus, difficulty breathing, lower back pain, dizziness, insomnia, nausea, nosebleeds, headache, vomiting, tremors, wheezing, rapid heartbeat, bruising, acne, constipation, blurred vision and swelling of the ankles and feet.

CBD is a non-psychoactive compound derived from the hemp plant known for its potential therapeutic effects. Research shows that CBD may help alleviate symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease without the negative side effects of prescribed medication.

Everybody has an endocannabinoid system (ECS), which produces endocannabinoids that attach themselves to cannabinoid receptors located in all the major bodily systems. When endocannabinoids attach to these receptors, the bodily systems become regulated which promotes homeostasis throughout the body.

The respiratory system contains many cannabinoid receptors and it appears that when CBD is consumed, it attaches to these receptors in the respiratory system in order to improve its overall function. In addition to working with the body’s ECS, CBD contains anti-inflammatory properties.

COPD is an inflammatory condition, which means that CBD may help lower high amounts of inflammation. One study found that CBD may have a direct positive effect on inflammation of the airways. When the subjects consumed CBD, their airways were less obstructed.

Our AHS 1500mg tincture can be taken sublingually and is perfect for alleviating symptoms of COPD. Always consult your primary care physician before starting a new treatment.

Our team of specialists are always available to provide you with education and assist you with any questions regarding CBD.