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As part of the Research Spotlight series on WholisticMatters, “Endocannabinoid System and Its Regulation by Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Full Spectrum Hemp Oils” outlines key dietary components that interact with the endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system is comprised of endogenous cannabinoids, their receptors, and metabolic enzymes that are involved in homeostasis and metabolism, regulate inflammation, and maintain the redox state of tissues.

This article was created from research published in the 2021 article: Endocannabinoid System and Its Regulation by Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Full Spectrum Hemp Oils. Authors provide an overview of the endocannabinoid system, including function, regulation, key enzymes and receptors, and dietary factors that can interact with and modulate the ECS.

Learn more about the ECS and endocannabinoids on WholisticMatters:

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• The Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Health
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• Nutrients Supporting the Endocannabinoid System
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• Cannabinoid Receptors: CB1 and CB2
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• Endocannabinoid System: Activation, Omega-3s, and Key Functions (Download)
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