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The cardiovascular system plays a vital physiological role in the human body. This system is made up of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It is responsible for carrying oxygen cells in the bloodstream, transporting nutrients, and hormones. The system also gets rid of waste like carbon dioxide using the same systems. Malfunction of the cardiovascular system is catastrophic and often lethal and is among the leading causes of death worldwide. Some diseases and conditions associated with the malfunction of this system are chronic rheumatic heart diseases, coronary heart diseases, hypertension, and disease of the arteries, arterioles, and capillaries. Prevention and treatment of these diseases are often associated with a healthy diet and exercise. However, research is beginning to find CBD as a new solution in preventing and treating diseases associated with the cardiovascular system. CBD’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidative benefits are the keys to being a therapeutic source for ...

Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that are derived from the cannabis plant, the two most popular of which are, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC is the cannabinoid that is known for its psychoactive properties, meaning it is the part of cannabis that induces a “high.” Conversely, CBD does not have any psychoactive effects. It does, however, possess a wide range of health benefits. In fact, CBD has been known to reduce inflammation/physical pain, mitigate the likelihood of seizures, and is even used to combat anxiety. However, figuring out how best to consume CBD can be a daunting task, especially considering the ever-increasing amount of consumption methods. To better understand CBD consumption methods, one must first understand the endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system is biological networks of cannabinoid receptors that help the body maintain homeostasis (biological harmony in the face of environmental changes). Simply put, the endocannabi...

Though tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) are perhaps the two most well-known cannabinoids(chemical compounds derived from the cannabis plant), other cannabinoids can also be extracted that have proven health benefits. One such cannabinoid is cannabinol (CBN). Sharing a similar chemical makeup to THC, CBN is actually produced when THC is oxidized. Being heated or exposed to oxygen for prolonged periods of time will enhance the oxidation process, which is why CBN is oftentimes more present in aged or poorly stored cannabis. Like all cannabinoids, CBN works by interacting with the body’s endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system is a network of receptors that regulate a variety of bodily activity, and are activated by cannabinoids such as THC or CBD. There are two types of receptors: CBD1 and CBD2. CBD1 receptors are primarily found in the brain and nervous system, where CBD2 receptors are mostly found in the immune system and gastrointestinal tract. Cann...