Our Endocannabinoid system produces its own cannabinoids and since our bodies produce cannabinoids, it makes sense that they have a purpose. That purpose is to interact with and help regulate our Endocannabinoid system which is a system made up of two receptors, called CB1 and CB2. These receptors are located all throughout our bodies where there has been a discovery they respond pharmacologically to cannabis and the successive identification of endogenous cannabinoid compounds in our own bodies. Endogenous, meaning the caused by factors inside our system. The binding to these receptors has significantly advanced our understanding of human health, disease, biology, and physiology.
The goal of the Endocannabinoid system is believed to be homeostasis, regulating internal conditions to stabilize and balance various biological processes. Moreover, meaning the property of cells, tissues, and organisms that allows the maintenance and regulation of the stability and dependability needed to function properly. Similarly, cannabinoids from plants also interact with our Endocannabinoid system. Phytocannabinoids, like those found in hemp, offer a non-toxic way to support the Endocannabinoid system.
CB1 and CB2 Receptors
At the level of individual cells, CBD1 and CBD2 receptors are found covering their surfaces. These receptors are for CBD. When CBD binds to to a receptor, it sends a message into the cell. The message travels all the way to the nucleus of the cell. The nucleus contains the genetic material, where the intelligence of our entire physiology is contained within our chromosomes. CB1 receptors are concentrated in the brain and central nervous system and casually are populated in other parts of the body. CB2 receptors are mostly in the peripheral organs such as the cells associated with the immune system.