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The Science of Cannabis and Its Effects on the Brain
29:25 - 38:51 (09:25)
THC and CBD work by binding to the same endogenous cannabinoid receptors in the brain as endocannabinoids, which affect mood, energy, and creativity. The dependence on cannabis can emerge due to the activation of these receptors by an external source.
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The THC and CBD in cannabis bind to receptors that impact mood, energy, creativity, and relaxation thousandfold more potently than endogenous cannabinoids, leading to dependency.
29:25 - 35:19 (05:54)
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The THC and CBD in cannabis bind to receptors that impact mood, energy, creativity, and relaxation thousandfold more potently than endogenous cannabinoids, leading to dependency. This episode discusses the components and types of cannabis, valid medicinal and recreational uses, and who is most at risk for psychoactive and immune components.
ChapterThe Science of Cannabis and Its Effects on the Brain
EpisodeThe Effects of Cannabis (Marijuana) on the Brain & Body
PodcastHuberman Lab
The article discusses how marijuana affects the neurotransmitters in the brain, and how this can impact the postsynaptic neuron depending on whether or not the individual is using their own endogenous cannabinoids or an external source like cannabis.
35:19 - 38:51 (03:31)
Summary
The article discusses how marijuana affects the neurotransmitters in the brain, and how this can impact the postsynaptic neuron depending on whether or not the individual is using their own endogenous cannabinoids or an external source like cannabis.