What is CBD? What a beginner needs to know

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What is CBD and How Does it Work?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a naturally occurring compound found in the resinous flower of cannabis, a plant with a rich history as a medicine going back thousands of years. Today the therapeutic properties of CBD are being tested and confirmed by scientists and doctors around the world. A safe, non-addictive substance, CBD is one of more than a hundred “phytocannabinoids,” which are unique to cannabis and endow the plant with its robust therapeutic profile.

CBD is closely related to another important medicinally active phytocannabinoid: tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the compound that causes the high that cannabis is famous for. These are the two components of cannabis that have been most studied by scientists.

How CBD Works
CBD works by interacting with a vast array of cannabinoid receptors that make up the endocannabinoid system (ECS). Your ECS controls stress levels, maintains your sleep schedule, manages pain perception, reduces the anti-inflammatory response, regulates the immune system, balances your mood and more. It is constantly working to keep your body in homeostasis, which is its optimal state.

What is the Endocannabinoid System?

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is the largest collection of biological receptors in the human body. ECS receptors are found on the surface of various cells throughout our nervous systems, immune systems, and organs. Scientists have discovered that these receptors can be broken down into two types: CB1 and CB2. Both CB1 and CB2 receptors have separate functions to affect different physiological processes throughout the body.

How does the Endocannabinoid System affect my life?

Scientists are continually learning more and more about the ECS and how it affects us. Various studies have shown that the ECS helps regulate biological processes.

  • Pain
  • Inflammation
  • Memory
  • Energy Metabolism
  • Maintain homeostasis

The main goal of the ECS is to help you maintain homeostasis. Homeostasis is the body’s ability to regulate and stabilize itself from the outside environment. Maintaining this balance or “homeostasis” is vital for the human body to function properly.

CBD and the ECS

Cannabinoids are groups of active compounds that interact with ECS receptors throughout the body. These interactions between cannabinoids and endocannabinoid receptors lead to different effects occuring within the body. ECS receptors are the “locks,” while cannabinoids are the “keys.” In other words, cannabinoids are vital to the function of these ECS receptors.

What role does CBD play in this?

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a natural phytocannabinoid found abundantly in the hemp plant. Unlike its cousin THC, CBD has no psychoactive side effects and will not get you “high.” Instead, CBD works hand-in-hand with your body’s ECS receptors to promote homeostasis. More and more clinical research is opening our eyes to the benefits of CBD and its interaction with ECS receptors.

In Conclusion

There is no denying the large impact that the endocannabinoid system has on the human body. The ECS affects numerous physiological processes. Science informs us more and more that the ECS and could be the key for future discoveries in the fields of health and wellness. At Martial Fit CBD Supply, we are Pittsburgh, PA's premiere CBD store continuing to offer our customers the best quality CBD gummies, Delta 8 products, vape cartridges and CBD oil on the market. With our shipping process, we can ship directly to your doorstep in 1- 2 business days. No prescription or medical card needed.


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