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What is the Endocannabinoid System?

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) consists of cannabinoid receptors and endocannabinoids. Cannabinoid receptors are proteins that can be thought of as a lock that can be activated by specific molecules including cannabinoids. There are two main cannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2 that are present in various areas throughout the body. CB1 receptors: These are located primarily in the brain and central nervous system. CB2 receptors: These are located primarily in the peripheral nervous system, such as immune cells and the gut. Endocannabinoids are molecules that are produced naturally in the body and can be thought of as the “keys” that activate the cannabinoid receptors. The term endocannabinoid can be broken into two parts, “endo” short for endogenous meaning originating from an organism and “cannabinoid” which are a family of molecules named after the cannabis plant. The two main endocannabinoids are: anandamide and 2-arachadonyl-glycerol (2-AG). The ECS controls a number of physiological functions that maintain homeostasis (balance) in a wide range of living organisms including humans. For more information please visit https://www.cannasouth.co.nz/learn/ec...