Treating Ulcerative Colitis With Medical Marijuana In Mississippi

Ensuring good nutrition is a major key to helping treat Ulcerative Colitis. Medical marijuanas physicians can help those with Ulcerative Colitis maintain their appetite, as THC is an appetite stimulant. When rich, high-fat foods are consumed the body’s natural endocannabinoid system works with the receptors in the body to move it through the GI tract. CB1 receptors respond by regulating a wide variety of functions such as acid secretion, stomach emptying, along the ability to move food through the GI tract. THC is extremely useful for helping alleviate pain, cramping, and vomiting.

CBD also has great anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe one’s GI tract. Reducing the inflammation in your gut is essential to avoid further unwanted side effects. Patients in Mississippi suffering from Ulcerative Colitis can find relief from a wide variety of medical marijuanas products available at Mississippi dispensaries. Products with the terpene Beta-Caryophyllene are known for working well with inflammatory conditions and diarrhea. Products with a higher THC percentage with the terpene Myrcene can provide relief for pain, and overall relax the body. Patients can also find mixed ratio products that include CBD in addition to THC being present to work to treat inflammation in the gut. Learn more Ulcerative Colitis and how you can treat it with your medical marijuana card here.