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Methods: In this study, we investigated whether short-term (one-week) CBD treatment affects lipid absorption and transport through the lymphatic system using a validated lymph fistula model. Results: CBD treatment significantly enhanced the transport of radiolabeled triglycerides through the lymphatic system. This effect appeared specific, as CBD did not substantially alter cholesterol output in the lymph. Chemical assays indicated that CBD treatment did not significantly alter total triglycerides, cholesterol, phospholipids, or non-esterified fatty acid levels in the lymph. However, it significantly enhanced the lymphatic output of apolipoprotein A4 (ApoA4) and apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1). Additionally, gene expression analysis revealed a downregulation of vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 1 (Flt1) in the small intestine, leading to increased lymphatic lacteal permeability and altered lipid transport dynamics. 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