Last week i posted an article on CBD. Today’s article is continued story on how CBD works as Healing.
The Endocannabinoid System
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a network in our body that helps keep many important functions in balance, such as mood, sleep, appetite, memory, and pain. It does this through special molecules (called endocannabinoids) and receptors that are found in the brain and throughout the body.
Here’s how it works:
- Endocannabinoids: These are natural molecules that our body makes, similar to the compounds found in cannabis (like THC and CBD).
- Receptors: These are special spots on cells that endocannabinoids attach to, helping to send signals throughout the body. Two main receptors, CB1 (mostly in the brain) and CB2 (mostly in the immune system), work together to create balance.
- Enzymes: These break down the endocannabinoids once they’ve done their job.
The ECS helps the body respond to stress and keep itself balanced, helping us feel calm, relaxed, and healthy.
RECEPTORS :
Receptors are like tiny “locks” on the surface of cells in our body. They “unlock” or activate when certain molecules (like keys) attach to them. This helps cells send signals and respond to different things, like pain, hunger, or mood. Each type of receptor fits with specific molecules, just like a key fits a specific lock, to help the body do its job.
Also, an organ or cell is able to respond to light , heat, or other external stimulus (reaction) and transmit a signal to a sensory nerve .
ENZYMES
Enzymes are special proteins that act like helpers in our body. They speed up chemical reactions, making things happen faster and easier, such as breaking down food for energy or building new cells. Each enzyme has a specific job, like a key that fits only one lock, helping the body run smoothly and stay healthy. Enzymes are called catalysts.
NATURAL COMPOUND
A natural compound is a substance that is made by plants, animals, or other living things in nature. These compounds aren’t man-made; they’re found naturally in the environment. Examples include caffeine from coffee, CBD from hemp, and vitamin C from oranges. They often have special benefits, like boosting health or providing energy.
G PROTEIN
G proteins are like tiny messengers inside our cells. When something outside the cell (like a hormone or signal) attaches to a cell’s receptor, G proteins “activate” and help pass that message along inside the cell. This helps the cell respond and do things like create energy, send signals to the brain, or control body functions. They’re important for many processes that keep us healthy!
CB 1 RECEPTOR
The CB1 receptor is a “receiver” found mostly in the brain and nervous system. It’s part of the endocannabinoid system, which helps control things like mood, memory, and pain. When certain natural chemicals (or compounds from cannabis, like THC) attach to CB1 receptors, it sends signals that can change how we feel, think, or even how we sense pain. It’s like a switch that helps the brain and body communicate and stay balanced.
CB 2 RECEPTOR
The CB2 receptor is another “receiver” in our endocannabinoid system, mostly found in the immune system and some other parts of the body. Its main job is to help control inflammation and the immune response, which is how the body fights off infections and heals itself. When CB2 receptors are activated by natural body chemicals or compounds like CBD, they can help reduce inflammation and support immune health, keeping the body balanced and feeling well.
CB1 and CB2 TOGETHER
CB1 and CB2 receptors are two main “receivers” in the body’s endocannabinoid system, working together to keep our body in balance:
- CB1 receptors are mostly in the brain and central nervous system. They help with mood, memory, pain, and movement.
- CB2 receptors are mostly in the immune system and parts of the body that deal with inflammation. They help control the immune response and reduce inflammation.
Together, CB1 and CB2 receptors help manage everything from how we feel to how our body heals and fights off illness, helping keep us balanced and healthy.