Central and Peripheral Cannabinoid Receptors and their Roles in Different Situations of Inflammation

Abstract

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a network of receptors that are distributed throughout our body. Endocannabinoids affect physiological functions, consciousness and animal behavior. The body produces them naturally, and then they bind to so called ‘pacemaker’ receptors to regulate physiological processes and the functioning of the nervous system. The pacemaker helps manage functions such as immunity, appetite, sleep cycles, pain response, etc. However, when endocannabinoid deficiency occurs, the body loses its stable state and ceases to function normally. In many cases, the use of plant cannabinoids (phytocannabinoids) helps restore balance and restore normal functioning.