Endocannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds in our body that act like messengers or signals. They are part of the endocannabinoid system, which helps regulate a wide range of physiological processes in our body, including appetite, mood, pain, sleep, and immune function.

Endocannabinoids are produced on demand by our body and act on specific receptors in our body called cannabinoid receptors. These receptors are found throughout our body, including in the brain, immune cells, and peripheral tissues, and they play an important role in maintaining balance or homeostasis in our body.

Endocannabinoids work by binding to these receptors, triggering a series of chemical reactions that can have different effects depending on where the receptors are located. For example, endocannabinoids that bind to cannabinoid receptors in the brain can affect mood, while those that bind to receptors in the immune system can affect inflammation and immune function.

Endocannabinoids are important for our overall health and well-being, and they are also the target of cannabis and other cannabinoids found in the plant. By interacting with the endocannabinoid system, cannabis and cannabinoids can have a range of effects on our body and mind