Hemp is the best antibacterial plant ingredient available.
The non-psychoactive Cannabis cousin to Marijuana, is joining the battle against bacteria. To date, Hemp can’t cure any diseases and won’t protect you 100% against infection either. Personal hygiene, health, and awareness are always the best course of action against contagions .
But the mighty Hemp plant is proving itself as a worthy adversary against bacteria and viruses.
Different types of Cannabis have different benefits.
Cannabis has thousands of sub-species, known as strains, and each has different properties and benefits depending on the various cannabinoids they contain.
Cannabinoids (like CBD or THC) used for medicinal or health applications are mostly extracted from the plant flowers. Strains with <0.3% THC are known as Hemp and have no psychoactive effects, but relieve inflammation, anxiety, and pain.
The antibacterial and antimicrobial qualities of Hemp are evident in the entire plant.
Cannabinoids are effective at preventing bacterial growth. But seed oil, essential oil, whole plant extracts, fiber, leaves, and hurd from the Hemp plant have also shown to exhibit remarkable antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, even after processing.
All products created from Hemp also exhibit antibacterial and antimicrobial qualities. From hand soap to building insulation, Hemp resists the growth and activity of a wide range of bacteria and other pathogens.
Cannabinoids also boost immunity; an added benefit to antibacterial properties in the fight against pathogens.
These compounds work naturally with the Endo Cannabinoid system in the human body to decrease inflammation and balance the entire system, strengthening the body’s defenses.
Plants, including Cannabis, have been used to combat infections and diseases for thousands of years. However, the understanding of the efficacy of these remedies has been hindered by 80 years of negative propaganda and the interests of Big Pharma.
Modern testing provides the science behind the antibacterial power of Hemp.
The 2018 legalization of Industrial Hemp along with modern testing is providing renewed insight into the science behind Hemp’s powerful antibacterial properties.
These scientific facts are confirming what thousands of years of practical evidence has shown.
The bottom line: Hemp is a bacteria fighting machine. Considering the state of our world today, we need all the contagion fighting power we can get.