Cannabidiol (CBD)

Our favorite compound of the Cannabis plant is called CBD (CannaBiDiol). CBD is gaining scientific and medical awareness and as a result, is being explored for a variety of reasons.

CBD is one of the 113 cannabinoïd molecules produced uniquely by the hemp and cannabis families. As opposed to other cannabinoids like THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), when extracted and consumed, CBD doesn’t have a strong effect on cognitive brain activity. CBD contains no THC (<0.03mg) and is commonly known as being non-psychoactive.

A long learnt belief is there are eleven systems of the body (Circulatory, Respiratory, Nervous, Muscular, Immune, etc.). As recently as the 1990's however, scientists discovered a 12th system in the body, the endocannabinoid system!

Endocannabinoid System (ECS)

The Endocannabinoid system (ECS) has a series of receptors throughout the whole body (brain, organs, connective tissue, immune cells and glands). Some suggest that it may assist with a variety of functions including sleep, mood, memory, appetite, reproduction and pain.

In really basic terms, the ECS's role is to maintain balance/homeostasis in the body. From temperature regulation, to hormone levels, to your body noticing a build up of toxins in your bloodstream.

Endocannabinoids are what bind to the receptors to maintain balance and are found naturally in our bodies. Exercise helps with stress and makes you feel better. Amazingly, scientists link possible correlations to the endocannabinoids and the ECS. However, a lack of looking after ourselves and not exercising, sleeping and having a poor diet can diminish these receptors 

 When you take a dose of CBD, it floods the ECS, and studies are suggesting CBD may put your body in balance. 

How Does the Endocannabinoid System Work?

Cannabinoids, their receptors, and endocannabinoid molecules all play a role in the Endocannabinoid properly balancing your bodily functions. Your body produces endocannabinoids and you receive some from your diet. The endocannabinoids match the correct cannabinoid cells with certain receptors to balance bodily functions as they cycle throughout the ECS.

CB1 & CB2 Receptors

After discovering the endocannabinoid system, recent studies have shown that our brains have specific receptors designed to accept cannabinoids, known as CB1 and CB2, which are responsible for the assimilation of cannabinoid molecules in your system. A discovery that started a whole new era in cannabis and hemp research. 

CB2 Receptors 

After discovering the endocannabinoid system, recent studies have shown that our brains have specific receptors designed to accept cannabinoids, known as CB1 and CB2, which are responsible for the assimilation of cannabinoid molecules in your system. A discovery that started a whole new era in cannabis and hemp research. 

Visit our RESEARCH CENTER page to find the actual studies we have interest in. CBD Education is an important part of our mission.