What do cannabinoids actually do at the cellular level? The advice and information platform for all horse and dog enthusiasts.

What are cannabinoids?

Cannabinoids are a group of chemical substances with many properties. Plants naturally contain chemical compounds, the cannabinoids, but these are also found in the human body and most animals. There are actually 3 types of cannabinoids to distinguish:

Phytocannabinoids (plant-based)
Endocannabinoids (endogenous)
Synthetic cannabinoids (manufactured in a laboratory)

In total, there are over 125 different cannabinoids, each with its own function. CBD may be the most well-known, but it's just one of more than 125. And they are found in different plants, with clove being the most obscure. The clove plant contains different cannabinoids, which still have medicinal properties.

What do Cannabinoids do?

Cannabinoids are part of the endocannabinoid system (ECS). This system is the body's signaling system. It monitors at the cellular level for abnormalities and communicates this information to the brain. Cannabinoids are spread throughout the body, but mainly in the brain and the immune system. In the brain, cannabinoids work with nerve cells (neurons) via receptors. Essentially, the cannabinoid compound ensures that signals from the brain are transmitted to cells where there is a problem so that the cell can take action. Scientists recognize cannabinoids as a homeostatic regulator. This means that the ECS system plays a supportive role in the following bodily processes:

Body temperature
Hormone system
Central and peripheral nervous system
Immune tissues
Metabolism
Pain perception
Inflammation regulation
Mood

Receptors receive and process

All cells have receptors that receive signals and transmit them to the right place in the cell. This allows reactions to occur that initiate processes in the body. These processes enable the body to solve problems on its own, enhancing self-healing.

Cannabinoids specifically bind to receptors according to the lock-and-key principle. These two fit perfectly together, and after a match, a reaction occurs, allowing data transfer. There are special receptors on cells for cannabinoids, the CB1 and CB2 receptors.

CB1 receptor: These are mainly in the central nervous system and on some organs. They are involved in pain, fine motor skills, and memory, among other functions.
CB2 receptor: These are mostly in the immune system and some organs.

Why supplement extra cannabinoids to the horse?

Humans and animals produce cannabinoids in the body, called endocannabinoids. However, due to stress, illness, etc., the production of these cannabinoids may not be sufficient, or more may be needed to resolve the "problem." When there are insufficient cannabinoids, a horse's self-healing ability is not optimal, leading to compensation in the body and a domino effect of issues.

By supplementing phytocannabinoids, you support the ECS system, allowing the horse to solve problems more efficiently, enhancing overall resistance, relieving pain, and reducing inflammation. Improved transmission of signals from the brain promotes inner peace and reduces stress levels. This makes it useful for many problems to support the horse's self-healing ability. Some examples include laminitis, Insulin Resistance, obesity, summer eczema, stress, stumbling, joint issues, and an introverted horse.

Conclusion: cannabinoids transport self-healing ability

A horse can resolve many problems and discomforts in the body by transmitting signals to the cells using cannabinoids. When there is a shortage of these cannabinoids, the body cannot adequately solve issues. By supplementing them, you support the ECS system, and most importantly, you support the horse's self-healing ability, bringing it back into balance (physically and mentally). Choose cannabinoids from clove.