Inflammation is a biological process essential to the proper functioning of the body. It constitutes a natural response of the immune system to an attack, whether it be an infection, a […]
SEC and stress: understanding the role of the endocannabinoid system in stress regulation
Stress is an integral part of human life. It constitutes an essential biological response that allows the body to adapt to situations perceived as threatening or demanding. However, […]
Dryness and sleep: how the endocannabinoid system influences sleep-wake cycles
Sleep is not simply a state of inactivity. It is a complex biological process, structured in cycles, regulated by internal clocks and modulated by specific neurotransmitters. [… ]
Role of the endocannabinoid system in homeostasis
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is often presented as a regulatory system. But what does this function actually mean? To understand its importance, we need to introduce a concept […]
Interaction between phytocannabinoids and receptors
Phytocannabinoids are the cannabinoids produced by the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa L.). These include CBD, THC, CBG, CBN, and CBC […]
Natural endocannabinoids: anandamide and 2-AG
Even before CBD or THC comes into play, your body already produces its own cannabinoids. These internal molecules are called endocannabinoids. They form the core […]
CB1 and CB2 receivers in detail
CB1 and CB2 receptors form the core of the endocannabinoid system. Without them, neither THC, nor CBD, nor natural endocannabinoids could exert any biological effect. […]
What is the endocannabinoid system?
The endocannabinoid system is one of the most fascinating biological systems in the human body. Discovered relatively recently, it plays a central role in regulating numerous balances […]