endocannabinoid system

The endocannabinoid system is a network in your body that helps regulate various functions like mood, appetite, sleep, pain, and immune response. It consists of chemical messengers called endocannabinoids, which are produced naturally, and receptors they bind to, mainly CB1 and CB2. These receptors are found throughout your brain and body. The system works to maintain balance, or homeostasis, by adjusting processes based on your needs. It also interacts with compounds in cannabis, which can influence these receptors and modify your body's responses.