ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM 101

WHAT IS THE ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM?

Cannabinoids are the chemical compounds secreted by medical cannabis flowers that provide relief to an array of symptoms. Cannabinoids work by imitating compounds our bodies naturally produce, called endocannabinoid, which activate to maintain internal stability and health.

HUMAN ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM

The most well-known cannabinoid receptors, CB1 and CB2, are proteins that are embedded in the membrane of cells. These surface proteins are then attached to another protein that determines the signaling direction activation or inhibition.

*Note: As always, with medical conditions and symptoms, please consult your recommending physician about whether specific cannabinoids can be used to treat symptoms of your qualifying condition. The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated the statements made regarding these products. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by FDA-approved research. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

CB1

CB1 Receptors are found in the brain and central nervous system, and other tissues throughout the body.

CB1 Receptors affects:

Appetite
Immune cells
Moto activity
Motor coordination
Pain perception
Short term memory
Thinking

CB2

CB2 Receptors are primarily found in the peripheral organs, especially in the cells associated with the immune system.

CB2 Receptors locations:

Adipose tissue
Bone
Cardiovascular system
Eyes Gut Immune system
Kidney
Liver
Pancreas
Reproductive system
Respiratory tracts
Skeletal muscle
Skin
Tumors