Submitted by Alberto on Tue, 05/30/2017 - 14:14
CB1 is the main cannabinoid receptor in the brain but is also found in other tissues. CB1 is a G protein-coupled receptor which inhibits adenylyl cyclase and consequently reduces cAMP upon activation. This in turn regulates many second messenger pathways.
Submitted by heiko@ghsctradi... on Mon, 03/14/2016 - 13:14
Energy homeostasis (balance) is one of the primary functions of the endocannabinoid system.
Submitted by heiko@ghsctradi... on Mon, 03/14/2016 - 13:14
pparγ is part of the nuclear receptor family and one of the non-GPCR cannabinoid receptors. pparγ is involved in the regulation of fat cells/adipose tissue, insulin sensitivity and inflammation.
Submitted by heiko@ghsctradi... on Mon, 03/14/2016 - 13:14
Docosahexaenoylethanolamine is an endocannabinoid that is synthesized from docosahexaenoic acid / DHA, the major omega-3 fatty acid in the brain.