But further research by cannabinoid researchers shows that the issue is not quite that simple. What is usually referred to when talking about binding to a receptor is the orthosteric receptor. Binding at the orthosteric receptor is what causes the downstream response. If a molecule …
Cannabinoids, the Brain, and the Central Nervous System
There are over 480 natural components in cannabis. Terpenes are the natural chemicals that give patients relief from their pain by injecting themselves into cells and tissues of the body. The special receptors are part of the endocannabinoid system (ECS), which helps to modulate the …