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Cannabinoids, particularly cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), have been studied for their influence on the autonomic nervous system, which includes the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). Scientific evidence suggests that cannabinoids interact with the endocannabinoid system, which plays a regulatory role in many physiological processes, including stress response and modulation of the SNS. Research indicates that cannabinoids can affect heart rate, blood pressure, and stress hormone levels, all of which are regulated by the SNS.

For example, some studies have shown that CBD may reduce anxiety and dampen the acute stress response, indirectly modulating sympathetic activity. THC, on the other hand, can acutely increase heart rate and may stimulate sympathetic outflow, although chronic use can lead to tolerance and different effects. The evidence base is not yet robust or entirely consistent, and much of the mechanistic understanding comes from animal studies or human studies with small sample sizes. Still, there is a growing body of data supporting the idea that cannabinoids interact with the SNS, although whether this is beneficial or detrimental depends on the context and specific cannabinoid.

Overall, while cannabinoids are not universally recommended solely for "supporting" the sympathetic nervous system, there is scientific evidence that they influence this system, and ongoing research is clarifying their potential therapeutic applications for stress-related and autonomic disorders.

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