Mary Biles

Hi Shelley,
So glad you enjoyed reading the article. I certainly enjoyed writing it.

Thanks so much for your comments Jordan. I think all those that know even a little bit about the endocannabinoid system have to go out and spread the word. Of course it needs to be taught at medical school as well and incorporated in doctors continued professional development. All power to the ECS!

Thanks Rose. Glad you enjoyed the article. Yes, it’s a curious state of affairs when a patent is taken out by the US federal government on something that has no accepted therapeutic value.

So glad you enjoyed the article Arthur. I´m gonna check out your crowdfunding campaign… would be great to write an article about it!

Hi Jay, I totally agree. I spoke to Michael Dor, the head of the medical cannabis unit in Israel and asked him if the ECS was taught at medical school. I was as surprised as you were when he said it wasn´t.

That´s great Eleanor you´ve found the article so useful. And glad it will be of use in your work. All the best, Mary

Hi Charles, yes little by little, we´ll get the truth out there. All the best, Mary

Hi Kathryn, yes the two are indelibly linked, but even without the context of cannabis, I think it´s important doctors know about the ECS as it has an impact on all parts of our health.

My pleasure Dwayne, glad you found it useful.

Absolutely. Let’s create a critical mass James.

Hi Val, scientists know a lot less about how CBD interacts with the endocannabinoid system compared to THC because it has low binding affinity with both CB1 and CB2 receptors. But Dr Ethan Russo, who has developed the endocannabinoid system deficiency theory suggests that it does improve endocannabinoid tone. One reason is that CBD inhibits FAAH, the enzyme responsible for breaking down anandamide – one of the key endocannabinoids. So the theory is that by taking CBD, anandamide which is produced on demand, can remains for longer in the body. Hope that helps.

Hi Melanie, as you’re based in the UK, if you’re not already you could sign up to Clear Cannabis Law Reform . As a fellow Brit it is extra specially frustrating in the UK. Also just go tell everyone you know about the endocannabinoid system… together we can make a difference. Good luck!

Thanks for leaving your comment of appreciation Shannon.

I would love to be able to juice raw cannabis leaves! thanks for your great comments Joe.

Thanks Jake for sharing your experience. And glad you enjoyed the article.