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 the modulation of endocannabinoid system in both physiological and pathological conditions, thanks to

the integration of data from experimental animal models and clinical observations.

A special focus has been put on the medical use of cannabinoids and on the targeting

of endocannabinoid system as new therapeutic strategy for the prevention and

treatment of human diseases. Taken together, this book targets a wide audience of

basic and clinical scientists, teachers and students interested in gaining a better understanding in the field of cannabinoids.