Cannabinoids are a class of molecular compounds, derived from cannabis plants that interact directly with the cannabinoid receptors found throughout the endocannabinoid system.

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a major signaling system. It continually monitors any instability within the body and returns it to a state of balance or homeostasis so that the internal environment remains stable.

CBD, other cannabinoids and terpenes are compounds that activate this system. Cannabinoids, both naturally produced by the body (endogenous), and those supplemented from cannabis (exogenous), act as “keys” to these receptors, turning on a variety of functions.

Within the ECS there are two main cell receptors — CB1 and CB2:

CB1 receptors exist mainly in the brain and central nervous system. They impact areas such as appetite regulation, memory, emotions, and feelings of pain.

CB2 receptors are concentrated in the gastrointestinal tract and peripheral nervous system (nerve cells outside the brain and spinal cord) and modulate immune cell functions. When activated, they help reduce inflammation.

Endogenous cannabinoids are produced when the body signals that they are required, but are quickly degraded. Offering CBD (exogenous cannabinoid) allows the ECS to work harder and be more productive to help us and our animals deal with health issues.

Studies have shown that Cannabinoids and Terpenes help with:

• Anxiety and depression
• Insomnia
• Pain and inflammation
• Obesity/Increased appetite/Leptin resistance
• Metabolic syndrome/Insulin resistance
• Immune deficiencies and autoimmune diseases
• Digestive disturbances/Ulcers/Colitis
• Psoriasis
• Skin damage
• Muscle spasms
• Nerve damage
• Cerebral palsy
• Skin recovery