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$CANB How Does Hemp Work?
We all have an endocannabinoid system, which consists of receptors in our brain, spinal cord and nervous systems, among other areas. Its regulation of different biological processes is still being studied, but the apparent overall goal is homeostasis, or bringing that area of the body to a neutral state.
There are two primary receptors involved that make up this system, called CB1 and CB2. CBD and other cannabinoids work by interacting with these receptors.
There are 2 types of natural cannabinoids that we know of. These cannabinoids are believed to modulate a variety of processes in our body, including motor learning, appetite and pain sensation.
The first, your body actually produces by itself. These are known as endo-cannabinoids and include compounds like anandamide, which is named after a Sanskrit word meaning “joy, bliss, and delight.”
The second type is found in cannabis. These are more specifically called phyto-cannabinoids.
It’s an exciting time for research into hemp plants and cannabinoids including CBD. We hope that this brief overview has been helpful and encourage you to continue your own research into the benefits that these natural compounds may offer.