Recently, the use of cannabidiol or CBD has become a trend among people who prefer a healthy lifestyle. Now, however, it is CBG boom or cannabigerol!
The advantage of CBG as well as CBD is that it has no psychotropic effects on the psyche. According to laboratory studies with animals, this is a very promising substance with many beneficial effects on our health.
CBG acts on both the main types of endocannabinoid receptors in our body, both CB1 and CB2. CB1 receptors are mainly found in the brain and nervous system, while CB2 receptors are linked to the immune system. It is because of these ubiquitous receptors that cannabinoids have so many diverse medicinal effects.
The role of the endocannabinoid receptor system found in the bodies of all mammals is maintain homeostasis in the body or balance. It also positively affects important health-related functions of our body:
- regulates the immune system
- protects the nervous system
- regulates pain sensitivity
- affects the musculoskeletal system
- regulates the mobility of the digestive tract
- regulates body temperature
- regulates appetite
- affects sleep and dreaming
- prevents cancerous growth
