 What is the Endocannabinoid System?
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) has been called one of the single most important scientific discoveries of modern time. So why is it so significant? It does so much more than allow our bodies to interact with THC and feel the mind-altering effects of cannabis. As one of the 12 major systems in our body, it is highly involved in maintaining the homeostasis, or balance within the body’s systems as well as physiological functions such as modulating pain and inflammation. Why Is Homeostasis Important? Homeostasis refers to the body’s process of maintaining balanced conditions for the cells in our bodies to live and function. This is critical for the proper functioning of our bodies as a whole to keep conditions stable enough for all of our cells to thrive and do their jobs. To better understand the importance of homeostasis, think of it as needing our body systems to stay in the Goldilocks zone. For example, our blood sugar shouldn’t be too low or too high, but just right. The same thing applies to many other conditions within our body such as temperature, blood pressure, and more. The endocannabinoid system does just that! How Do CBD and the Endocannabinoid System Work Together? Plant cannabinoids are able to affect the body medicinally because of our endocannabinoid system and the interactions that happen there. Like some other neurotransmitters, cannabinoids such as CBD, interact with many different receptor types. This means that while the CBD is activating certain cannabinoid receptors, it may be interacting with other receptors as well. CBD has the ability to affect the overall levels of endocannabinoids in the body. This is referred to as endocannabinoid tone. CBD can increase the levels of anandamide by preventing the FAAH enzyme from breaking it down. Inhibiting the FAAH enzyme in this way has been shown to improve anxiety disorders. When the body does not produce enough endocannabinoids or is unable to regulate them properly, it becomes more susceptible to health issues that can manifest as anxiety, inflammatory diseases, or skin disorders. However, research has shown that CBD can directly activate serotonin receptors that may decrease anxiety. Every mammal has an endocannabinoid system. This system is affected by internal and external factors, as it relates to inflammation, injuries, and balancing homeostasis. It also protects against cancers, diseases, and nerve damage. The ECS also balances and protects our Central Nervous System and Immune System responses. In return, when this system is activated properly it initiates pain control and calms inflammation. The ECS is critical to the life cycle of skin, fighting against skin cancers, eczema, psoriasis, dry skin, and internal/external inflammation. Psychologically, the ECS allows us to experience new perspectives. Evidence suggests that the ECS helps with subtle yet therapeutic shifts in the brain in the way we perceive the world. This allows us to relate to our internal bodily landscape, the way we think and feel about ourselves, and the way we interact with the people around us. CBD is a non-psychoactive part of the hemp plant. CB2 receptors communicate with our bodies when CBD is inhaled, ingested, or applied topically. This allows the CBD to work through healing pathways in our body. Note: Not suitable if you are pregnant or nursing Source: Color Up Book a CBD Massage and/or Facial Here or Call Us: 914.337.9356  PRIVATE and GROUP Virtual Sessions to Support you.
Renew You with Peter: Session includes a combination of guided meditation, coaching, movement/yoga/stretching, based on what your body calls for. 45 minutes, $60 To book email: peter@bronxvillewellness.com Re-balance You with Stephanie: Session includes a combination of guided meditation, transformational coaching, and shamanic energy healing or readings to help relax, re-balance, and redirect. 45 minutes, $75 To book email: stephanie@bronxvillewellness.com GROUP OFFERINGS YOGA: YOGA: Wednesdays at 8:00AM EST & Saturdays at 8:30AM EST with Peter Our virtual yoga classes are open to All Levels. Every class is one hour and includes breathing, stretching, strengthening, toning, and relaxation. Register at least one hour before class starts. After registration you will receive Zoom link. $10/class. REGISTER HERE.  In this weeks Mind the Gap podcast episode Stephanie dives into Letting Go— step 8 and the last one in the process of manifestation.
What do you mean letting go!? Inherent in your burning desires are the mechanics for their fulfillment. Meaning, if you can see it, it’s possible. This is all about allowing your faith to lead you. It’s about working the steps and then paying attention to what is being shown to you. It’s about being open to tweaking your plan, and having an outcome that’s even more amazing than you originally desired! Divine intelligence has far more opportunities in store for us than our limited mind can imagine. We must let go to make space and “listen”! Stephanie also explains how letting go does not mean to stop taking action. Action is the foundation of all manifestation. She discusses how each of the preceding steps, (when followed!) puts us in a position to let go and receive the divine wisdom available for us. >>>Listen Here >>>Take Action - If you’re ready to manifest your desires, apply for an activation session with Stephanie here.  In this week's Mind the Gap podcast episode Stephanie shares how the gap (the space in between/the unknown) is often something we fear.
However, it is exactly where pure potential resides. As we befriend the gap or unknown we realize an opportunity to focus our efforts on creating what we want. The paradox: What we fear is exactly what we need to get to the next level in our life. It's time to step into the unknown with wonder, awe, and a sense of possibility!! Let's go. >>LISTEN HERE  How do we stay positive and healthy during these times when there is so much negativity and uncertainty around us?
In this podcast episode Stephanie talks about how to navigate the negative: being gentle, allowing and uncovering what no longer works and then letting it go! Let’s go! Listen Here. |
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