Thee human body contains a specialised system called the endocannabinoid system (ECS), which is involved in regulating a variety of functions including sleep, appetite, pain and immune system response.

The body produces endocannabinoids, which are neurotransmitters that bind to cannabinoid receptors in your nervous system.

Studies have shown that CBD may help reduce chronic pain by impacting endocannabinoid receptor activity, reducing inflammation and interacting with neurotransmitters.

 “endocannabinoid” simply means cannabis-like substances that naturally occur inside us.

The ECS itself is made up of three parts:

• Endocannabinoids
• Receptors in the nervous system and around your body that endocannabinoids and cannabinoids bond with
• Enzymes that help break down endocannabinoids and cannabinoids

Not only is the ECS a natural part of our bodies, it’s a crucial one. Cannabinoid receptors are believed to be among the most plentiful in our central nervous system.

ECS helps regulate a lot of important functions, such as:

• Appetite
• Digestion
• Immune function
• Inflammation, including neuroinflammation
• Mood
• Sleep
• Reproduction/fertility
• Motor control
• Temperature regulation
• Memory
• Pain
• Pleasure/reward

CBD products can help stimulate activity of the ECS. Cannabinoids are being researched as potential treatments for all kinds of conditions. CBD already is in use for paediatric epilepsy, pain, inflammation, acne, asthma.