How CBD Can Benefit You

Cannabinoids are a group of substances found in the cannabis plant, THC and CBD are the most commonly known, however more than 100 other cannabinoids have been identified, each have unique properties, here we have created a list of Cannabinoids that have powerful medicinal benefit. 

THC, CBD, CBG, CBN AND CBC: THE TOP FIVE MOST IMPORTANT CANNABINOIDS TO KNOW

THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol): You may be most familiar with this one. THC is the most psychoactive cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant. This is the component that gets you high. What you probably haven’t heard of its close relative Delta-8. Read Here

Here are four key benefits research suggests THC has the potential to:

• Provide pain relief

• Treat anxiety and PTSD

• Relieve insomnia

• Glaucoma treatment

• Treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

CBD (cannabidiol): A non-psychoactive cannabinoid. Research suggests it may help with pain, inflammation, anxiety, seizure disorders and improve skin health. There is so much more research needed, but the scientific studies and anecdotal claims out there are promising. Check out this article on Medical News Today.

Here are some of many benefits research suggests CBD can do:

• Relieve epilepsy 

• Ease symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS)

• Act as an anti-inflammatory

• Provide pain relief

• Ease anxiety and the symptoms of PTSD

• Fight off insomnia

• Lower blood sugar issues in type 1 diabetes

CBN (cannabinol): CBN occurs naturally as the plant ages. Gradually over time as the plant is exposed to heat and air, the THC converts to CBN. It is a mildly-psychoactive cannabinoid because it has sedative properties.  If you have trouble sleeping or suffer from insomnia, this is the cannabinoid you want to seek out in the products you purchase. The best part is it isn’t as heavy as some OTC or prescription options may be, so you shouldn’t experience a hangover feeling from using products containing CBN. 

What are some of the other benefits research claims:

• Treat insomnia

• Anti-inflammatory

• CBN has the ability to fight bacteria. A 2008 study found CBN one of several cannabinoids (including CBD) effective in treating MRSA, a bacterial infection that is resistant to antibiotics. 

• Reducing ocular pressure which means it may be a potential treatment for glaucoma patients.

 CBG (cannabigerol): Called “the Mother of All Cannabinoids” because all cannabinoids start out at CBGA. Also nicknamed “the Xanax of cannabinoids” among industry professionals because of its mood regulating properties. Research also suggests it may:

• Inhibit the reproduction of abnormal cell growth, which offers hope to potentially use CBG for treating cancer. 

• It may stimulate bone growth making it a potential option for treating osteoporosis. 

• It has potential as a neuroprotectant, slowing or protecting against the degeneration of nerves. Check out this study of CBG for treating Huntington’s Disease. 

• Antibacterial agent, one of the cannabinoids that can fight MRSA. 

• An antidepressant: Studies suggest that CBG inhibits uptake of the neurotransmitters serotonin and GABA, which can lead to increased serotonin and GABA levels in the brain. This suggests CBG may have antidepressant qualities. 

interview with Dr Ethan Rosso https://youtu.be/CuFhzpfUsTE

CBC (Cannabichromene): So much more research is needed to understand the full benefits of cannabinoids, but CBC is the one cannabinoid I am really excited for. Even with the limited research available for CBC, so far research claims it may:

• Act as an anti-inflammatory

• Antinociceptive (pain reduction associated with nerve damage)

• Offer relief from depression

• Analgesic (pain reliever)

• Neuroprotective

• Antibacterial and antifungal agent

• A potential migraine treatment

• Treating acne

• Managing GI disorders

• The potential to fight cancer as suggested in this 2006 study. https://youtu.be/pFcBw9I-Oio

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