The immune system is your body’s natural defense against the everyday threats of the outside world. It is composed of lymph nodes, vessels, phagocytes, natural killer cells, antigens, and lymphocytes that work tirelessly to keep you safe and healthy. Your body has two kinds of defenses — innate (nonspecific) defenses, which are present at birth, and […]
Endocannabinoids vs. Phytocannabinoids
The tale of two cannabinoids is told by endocannabinoids and phytocannabinoids. Endocannabinoids are naturally produced by your body, regardless of your cannabis use. Meanwhile, phytocannabinoids are produced by plants. Although both fall into the general classification of cannabinoids, phytocannabinoids are often referred to as just “cannabinoids” in the popular media. Nevertheless, all cannabinoids — whether they’re […]