The endocannabinoid system
The human body is a complex system that has evolved over millions of years to maintain homeostasis, or balance, in its internal environment. One of the key systems that helps to regulate this balance is the endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS is a network of receptors, enzymes, and endogenous cannabinoids that are involved in many important physiological processes, including appetite, pain sensation, mood, and immune function.
The endocannabinoid system was discovered in the 1990s, when researchers were trying to understand how THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis, produced its effects in the body. They found that THC and other cannabinoids found in cannabis could bind to specific receptors in the brain and body, leading to a range of effects.
Further research revealed that the body produces its own cannabinoids, known as endocannabinoids, which bind to the same receptors as THC and other cannabinoids. The two primary endocannabinoids are anandamide and 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG), which are produced on demand in response to physiological cues.
The ECS is involved in a wide range of physiological processes, including appetite, pain sensation, mood, and immune function. The ECS is also involved in the regulation of many other systems in the body, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and nervous systems.
The ECS is made up of three main components: endocannabinoids, receptors, and enzymes. The two primary endocannabinoid receptors are CB1 and CB2, which are found throughout the body in various tissues and organs. CB1 receptors are primarily found in the brain and central nervous system, while CB2 receptors are mainly found in the immune system and peripheral tissues.
When endocannabinoids are released in the body, they bind to these receptors and activate a variety of physiological responses. For example, activation of CB1 receptors in the brain can lead to feelings of euphoria and pain relief, while activation of CB2 receptors in the immune system can lead to reduced inflammation and improved immune function.
In addition to endocannabinoids, the ECS also includes enzymes that help to break down and recycle endocannabinoids after they have fulfilled their physiological role. The two primary enzymes involved in this process are fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) and monoacylglycerol lipase (MAGL).
Organically grown MOCA CBD works with the ECS by providing additional cannabinoids that can bind to CB1 and CB2 receptors in the body. Unlike THC, which produces a psychoactive effect, CBD is non-psychoactive and does not produce a "high" in the user. However, CBD can still bind to CB1 and CB2 receptors, leading to a range of potential therapeutic effects.
Research has shown that CBD may have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anxiolytic, and neuroprotective properties, among others. CBD has also been shown to modulate the activity of the ECS itself, helping to regulate the production and breakdown of endocannabinoids.
Organically grown MOCA CBD is produced from hemp plants that are grown without the use of pesticides or other harmful chemicals. This ensures that the CBD is free from any toxic residues that could be detrimental to the user's health. The cultivation process is designed to produce the most potent and effective CBD products available, with a focus on organic cultivation to ensure the purest and most natural products.
In addition, MOCA CBD products are rigorously tested to ensure that they meet the highest standards of quality and purity. Independent, third-party labs are used to test the products for potency, purity, and safety, ensuring that the user receives only the best, most effective CBD products on the market.