PRIMARY STUDY

Plant-Derived Trans-β-Caryophyllene Boosts Glucose Metabolism and ATP Synthesis in Skeletal Muscle Cells through Cannabinoid Type 2 Receptor Stimulation

Key Findings:  BCP was found to significantly enhances glucose uptake, glycolytic and oxidative pathways, and ATP synthesis through a CB2-dependent mechanism.

Type of Study:  Laboratory Study

Study Result:  Positive

Research Location(s):  Italy

Year of Pub:  2021


Cannabinoids Studied: 

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Not Applicable

Terpenes Studied:  ß-Caryophyllene

Receptors Studied:  CB2

Route of Administration:  In vitro




Citation:  Geddo F, et al. Plant-Derived Trans-β-Caryophyllene Boosts Glucose Metabolism and ATP Synthesis in Skeletal Muscle Cells through Cannabinoid Type 2 Receptor Stimulation. Nutrients. 2021; 13:(unknown pages). doi: 10.3390/nu13030916

Authors:  Geddo F, Antoniotti S, Querio G, Salaroglio IC, Costamagna C, Riganti C, Gallo MP