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"Cannabinoids are a class of diverse chemical compounds that activate cannabinoid receptors on cells that repress neurotransmitter release in the brain. These receptor proteins include the endocannabinoids (produced naturally in the body by humans and animals),[1] the phytocannabinoids (found in cannabis and some other plants), and synthetic cannabinoids (produced chemically by humans). The most ncannabinoid is the phytocannabinoid ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive compound of cannabis.[2][3] Cannabidiol (CBD) is another major constituent of the plant, representing up to 40% in its extracts.[4] There are at least 85 different cannabinoids isolated from cannabis, exhibiting varied effects." from Wikipedia search cannabinoids Endocannabinoids are produced naturally in the human body. That is why there are receptors for some of the 250 components of marijuana in our brains.
Posted on: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 18:29:44 +0000

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