What is the role of the endocannabinoid system in the human body, and how does BetaCaryophyllene interact with it?

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Understanding the Endocannabinoid System

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex cell-signaling system in the human body that plays a crucial role in regulating a wide range of functions and processes, including sleep, mood, appetite, memory, reproduction, and fertility. Studies have also linked the ECS to a variety of disease conditions, indicating its role in disease pathogenesis and recovery (Zou & Kumar, 2018).

How BetaCaryophyllene Interacts With the Endocannabinoid System

BetaCaryophyllene is a dietary cannabinoid and a common constituent of the essential oils of numerous spice, food plants, and major cannabinoids. It selectively binds to the cannabinoid receptor type-2 (CB2) and exerts significant cannabimimetic anti-inflammatory effects in peripheral tissues without any psychotropic side effects. Therefore, Beta-caryophyllene holds promise in medical applications, particularly in the treatment of inflammatory diseases, autoimmune disorders, and possibly even drug addiction disorders (Gertsch et al., 2008).

References: Gertsch, J., Leonti, M., Raduner, S., Racz, I., Chen, J. Z., Xie, X. Q., ... & Karsak, M. (2008). Beta-caryophyllene is a dietary cannabinoid. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 105(26), 9099-9104. Zou, S., & Kumar, U. (2018). Cannabinoid receptors and the endocannabinoid system: Signaling and function in the central nervous system. International journal of molecular sciences, 19(3), 833.

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