Little Green Pharma

How does Medical Cannabis Work? THE HUMAN ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM The human body produces its own cannabinoids called endocannabinoids. Within this endocannabinoid system are cell receptors called CB1 and CB2. CBD and THC fit like a lock and key into these receptors and serve distinct functions in human health and well-being. 4 CB1 Receptors target: • Motor activity • Thinking • Motor coordination • Appetite • Short-termmemory • Pain perception • Immune cells CB2 Receptors target: • Gut • Kidneys • Pancreas • Adipose tissue • Skeletal muscle • Bone • Eye • Tumours • Reproductive system • Immune system • Respiratory tract • Skin • Central nervous system • Cardiovascular system • Liver TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL THC CANNABIDIOL CBD 5