Hemp based CBD works by interacting with the human body’s endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system is a complex group of cannabinoid receptors found throughout the human body. Nearly every organ of the human body, including the heart, lungs, brain and digestive system, has cannabinoid receptors. The endocannabinoid system has four primary functions that have been identified, these are stress relief, enhancing immune response, neuroprotection and regulating homeostasis, these affect faculties such as appetite, sleep, emotions, and pain.
Mainly these receptors are found in the brain and central nervous system. This is where their highest concentration can be found. While CBD is considered a phytocannabinoid, or plant-based cannabinoid, the human body naturally makes its own cannabinoids, these are known as endocannabinoids.
Unlike THC, CBD does not interact directly with the two classic cannabinoid receptors known as the CB1 and CB2 receptors. This is why CBD does not cause any psychoactive effect or “high” when used. Instead of having a psychoactive effect, CBD slows down the enzymes that break down your body’s own naturally occurring endocannabinoids. This leads to an increased concentration flowing throughout your body.
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