People have been using CBD for many years and consider it to be the only substance of Cannabinoids that is non-intoxicating. However, researchers have found more than 100 CBD substances in the plant.
Among them, Cannabidiol (CBD), Cannabinol (CBN), Cannabigerol (CBG), and Cannabichromene (CBC) are the most famous ones.
Researchers observed that all CBD substances have similar properties. But they will have different effects on the body, and their benefits also differ.
Therefore, if you want to try out any CBD substances, you need to know about them.
This post will discuss the differences between CBD substances and their benefits. Let’s check them out so you can get the best CBD product for yourself.
Cannabidiol (CBD)
CBD is the most used substance of cannabis. It is often known along with THC, as it is also found in Cannabis. Nevertheless, the primary difference between CBD and THC is that CBD does not make its user “high.” This effect is associated with THC.
Additionally, in Marijuana, there is more percentage of THC; in hemp, there is more CBD. Since people use CBD more than any other cannabinoid substance, more research is made on it.
Until now, people have not faced any health-related issues while consuming PURE CBD. Here, we emphasize purity, as many companies use intoxicating substances while making the products. Thus, you need to buy from a trusted brand.
Benefits of CBD:
- Cure insomnia
- Reduce depression and social anxiety.
- Relieve pain.
- Heal arthritis or inflammation.
- Keeps sugar levels in check.
- Helps with neurological-related problems. For instance, such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and Epilepsy
- Deals with opioid addiction.
- Great for skin conditions, including acne, wrinkles, eczema, and rashes.
Cannabinol (CBN)
CBN, another cannabinoid present in cannabis, is not a natural substance. It is formed with a chemical conversion.
In the process, THC turns into CBN, and this happens when THC is exposed to heat, light, or air. Thus, its structure is like Tetrahydrocannabinol. But it does not produce any psychoactive effects like THC that are intoxicating.
Additionally, junior cannabis plants will have a low content of CBN. When the plant grows in terms of age, the content of CBD will also increase.
Benefits of CBN:
- Has antibacterial qualities (a study shows that CBN worked against MRSA bacteria)
- Helps with neurodegenerative diseases, such as ALS.
- Stimulate appetite, great for people looking for weight gain.
- Aids in sleep
- Relieve muscular pain, such as Temporomandibular disorder.
- Treats eye conditions, for instance, Glaucoma
- Works for Epidermolysis Bullosa, a blister-causing skin disease
Cannabigerol (CBG)
CBG has started to gain popularity just like CBD. It is one of the CBD substances that comes from Cannabigerolic acid (CBGa), a parent component.
Furthermore, it is CBGA from which CBG, CBD, and THC start. Through the enzymatic process, they convert into their final forms.
When CBGa turns into CBG, it does not convert into another cannabinoid form while becoming stable.
CBG is also not intoxicating like CBD, with which people often associate it. Nevertheless, CBG affects your body differently, and its benefits are different from CBD.
Another notable aspect is that CBG is not present in cannabis in abundance (only 1% content in cannabis). Due to its lesser quantity, it is difficult to extract it from the plant and requires a proper system. Thus, products containing CBG can be a bit costly.
Benefits of CBG:
- Fight against bacterial infection
- Help in increasing appetite.
- Reduces pain.
- Cures inflammation
- Soothes redness and irritation.
- Treats depression and anxiety
Cannabichromene (CBC)
CBC, just like CBG, comes from Cannabigerolic acid (CBGa), the “parent compound” or “stem cell.” CBC is found in abundance in cannabis (after CBD and THC). Also, CBC enhances the properties of cannabinoid substances, including CBD, THC, CBN, and CBG.
Like other CBD substances, CBC is also not intoxicating. Therefore, it will not have any psychoactive effect.
Furthermore, its chemical structure is different from other cannabinoids. There is less research in this area. However, current studies show that it improves neurological health.
Unlike other CBD substances, CBC has different effects on the endocannabinoid system. In addition, it is not limited to ECS receptors, which again sets it apart from other substances.
Benefits of CBC:
- Cures anxiety and depression
- Manages acne.
- Reduces inflammation and pain.
- Improves brain functioning (aids in neurological conditions)
- Helps to treat cancer.
Final Thoughts
In this post, we have discussed the 4 most prominent substances of cannabinoids, including CBD, CBG, CBC, and CBN.
Some of their properties and benefits were similar. But they all have some unique qualities, which make them different from each other.
So, if you are confused about which substance you should go for, ask yourself about your needs. Then, check out the benefits section of each substance. It will give you a clear idea. Additionally, you can contact us as we assist with specific needs as well.
