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Cannabinoids are a class of chemical compounds that act on cannabinoid receptors in the body. These receptors are part of the endocannabinoid system, a complex network involved in regulating a variety of physiological processes, including mood, appetite, pain, and memory. The most well-known cannabinoids are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), both of which are found in the cannabis plant.
THC is the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, responsible for the "high" associated with its use. It
Beyond THC and CBD, the cannabis plant contains over 100 other cannabinoids, each with unique chemical structures
Cannabinoids can be broadly categorized into phytocannabinoids (found in plants), endocannabinoids (produced naturally by the body),