Cannabinoids in Health and Disease

This book provides a comprehensive overview of current knowledge of cannabinoid activity in human physiology and points out the importance of endocannabinoid system for the maintenance of human health and treatment of diseases. Each chapter has been organized with the aim to cover basic concepts in...

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Other Authors: Meccariello, Rosaria (Editor), Chianese, Rosanna (Editor)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: IntechOpen 2016
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