When people hear the word ‘cannabinoid’, what usually comes to mind is marijuana (also known as cannabis) or CBD oil (cannabidiol). But did you know, the body creates its own natural cannabinoids using the endocannabinoid system? This endocannabinoid system is a mysterious and complex interplay of chemical messengers throughout the brain and body which in essence contributes to our body’s homeostasis. It regulates a broad array of physiological processes including pain, mood, sleep, inflammation, appetite, and more. Rather than relying on marijuana or CBD products, Dr. Joe Feuerstein teaches that there are ways to boost the endocannabinoid system naturally. As a nationally recognized and award-winning physician and researcher in the field of botanical medicine and nutrition, Dr. Joe has co-written a best-selling book on how to do just that.
Today Dr. Joe Feuerstein tells us what the endocannabinoid system is and why you should care. He also outlines various herbal and natural ways to boost the endocannabinoid system for optimal health.
Today on The Lab Report:

4:15 Meet Dr. Joe Feuerstein and hear about his amazing career
10:50 What are cannabinoids and why should we care?
14:05 Natural drivers to optimize the endocannabinoid system
19:30 The interaction between the HPA axis and the endocannabinoid system
21:00 Anecdotal improvements using the Cannabinoid Cookbook
23:00 Omega-6’s, anandamide and 2-AG, ‘cannabinoid resistance,’ chocolate
26:00 Gut-brain axis and the endocannabinoid system
27:40 Endocannabinoid deficiency, Cannabinoid Cookbook, Condition Kitchen
30:50 Using GI Effects actionable intelligence for microbiome modulation
39:20 Joe’s take on trendy diets
42:45 Where can we go to follow and work with Dr. Joe
44:45 The Fireball

Additional Resources:
Dr. Joe Feuerstein's website
The Cannabinoid Cookbook
Dr. Joe's Man Diet
Dr. Joe's YouTube channel
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