{"id":25854,"date":"2020-11-02T21:39:01","date_gmt":"2020-11-02T21:39:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailycbd.com\/en\/?page_id=25854"},"modified":"2021-12-15T11:08:52","modified_gmt":"2021-12-15T11:08:52","slug":"cannabinoids","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dailycbd.com\/en\/cannabinoids\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Cannabinoids?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What Are Cannabinoids?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A cannabinoid<\/em> is any compound, natural or synthetic, that interacts with the endocannabinoid system (ECS)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ECS is a system found in all mammals, reptiles, and fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This system is very complex, and scientists are still seeking to understand how it works. So far, the ECS has been found to play a role in regulating hormones, mood, appetite, sleep, memory, reproductive function, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are three main types of cannabinoids:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Phytocannabinoids \u2014<\/strong> cannabinoids made by plants<\/li>
  2. Endocannabinoids \u2014<\/strong> cannabinoids naturally made by the body<\/li>
  3. Synthetic Cannabinoids \u2014<\/strong> man-made cannabinoids<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    When talking about cannabinoids, most people refer specifically to the compounds produced in cannabis. There are a total of 144 individual cannabinoids discovered in the cannabis plant so far, with new ones being discovered every couple of years [1<\/a>].<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The most predominant cannabinoid in marijuana<\/strong> is delta 9 THC, which is the active ingredient that makes users high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In the hemp plant<\/strong>, CBD is much more predominant and is considered the primary active ingredient in terms of the plant’s health benefits. This cannabinoid is completely non-psychoactive (won’t make you high) and offers an impressive range of health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CBD doesn’t work alone. There are dozens of other cannabinoids in the plant that offer their own set of medicinal benefits as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Cannabinoid Benefits Chart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    Health Benefit<\/strong><\/td>CBD<\/strong> <\/td>THC<\/strong><\/td>CBN<\/strong><\/td>CBG<\/strong><\/td>CBC<\/strong><\/td>THCV<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Alleviates Pain<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
    Reduces Inflammation<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
    Prevents Acne <\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/tr>
    Protects the Brain<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/tr>
    Regulates Mood<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
    Alleviates Epilepsy<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
    Relieves Anxiety<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
    Stimulates Appetite<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
    Inhibits Appetite<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/tr>
    Fights Cancer<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/tr>
    Alleviates Glaucoma Symptoms<\/strong><\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
    Supports Sleep<\/strong><\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td>\u2713<\/td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    I. Phytocannabinoids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    A phytocannabinoid is a compound that mimics the effects or structure of cannabinoids naturally produced by the body (endocannabinoids). They activate or block the receptors within the endocannabinoid system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The cannabis plant is the largest natural source of phytocannabinoids. It contains around 144 individual compounds, each one with a unique impact on the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Some phytocannabinoids stimulate <\/em>ECS receptors, others inhibit<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CBD is unique because it works as a regulator \u2014 acting to both increase<\/em> and decrease<\/em> ECS activity to achieve balance in the system overall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This section will break down the most common phytocannabinoids produced in the cannabis plant, including how they work and what benefits they provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    <\/div>\n\n\n\n

    1. CBD (Cannabidiol)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    CBD (cannabidiol)<\/a> is the primary cannabinoid in the hemp plant. It\u2019s completely non-psychoactive (doesn\u2019t make you high) and provides a long list of health benefits through its ability to regulate the ECS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This is considered the active ingredient in CBD oils and is the most abundant by far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    There is a ton of research available exploring the effects of CBD and there are even several pharmaceutical products using CBD as the active ingredient for treating a variety of different health conditions. While CBD has many benefits, the most predominant is its ability to block pain, inhibit inflammation, and promote a relaxed mental state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The <\/strong>benefits of CBD<\/strong><\/a> include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n