The primary source of the effects produced by consuming Cannabis comes from their abundance of Cannabinoids. There are over 100 different Cannabinoids found in the Cannabis plant, most of them located in the female flowers. Each Cannabinoid has a different effect on your body and mind.
Alone, many of them may not have much effects at all. It is when they are combined in a full spectrum solution that the powerful effects of Cannabis can be utilized to its fullest potential.
The endocannabinoid system is a naturally occurring biological system found within the human body. It is activated by Cannabinoids, causing it to create the powerful effects felt by consuming Cannabis. Endogenous Cannabinoids are naturally occurring Cannabinoids created by the human body, whereas Exogenous Cannabinoids originate from outside of the body. Both categories of these Cannabinoids attach to your Cannabinoid receptors that play a part in the way you feel – physically and mentally.
There are two main Endogenous Cannabinoids that have been discovered in the human body – Anandamide and 2-AG. These two Cannabinoids can bind and interact with both your CB1 and CB2 receptors. Anandamide and 2-AG are naturally synthesized by your body “on demand”. When your body signals that these Cannabinoids are needed, your endocannabinoid system releases them. They are then broken down by your body’s enzymes to process them. Anandamide is typically found in your body, whereas 2-AG is more prominent in the brain. When you consume Cannabis, a wave of Exogenous Cannabinoids enter your body and activate your endocannabinoid system, thus releasing an increased amount of Endogenous Cannabinoids throughout your body.
