What is CBG Good For? A Deep Dive Into a Lesser Known Cannabinoid
Did you know that cannabis contains many more cannabinoids than just THC and CBD? CBG (cannabigerol) has similar benefits to some of the more well known cannabinoids and can also be used for its therapeutic effects alongside CBD and THC. If you’re wondering what CBG is good for, or how it can PLUS+ up your life, this guide is the perfect place to start!
What is CBG Good For?
A Deep Dive Into a Lesser Known Cannabinoid
What is CBG?
First discovered in the 1960s, scientists aptly gave CBGa (the precursor to CBG) the nickname, ‘the mother of all cannabinoids’ due to the fact that it is the foundation for many of the major and minor cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant.
As the cannabis plant grows and matures, enzymes begin to break down CBGa into THC, CBD, and to a far lesser extent - CBG. In fact, while the major compounds, THC and CBD, are found with abundance in the maturing cannabis plant, CBG is only found in roughly 1% of plant material, making it an extremely difficult compound to synthesize in large quantities. And up until recently there was no real reason to seek out CBG, that is until scientists and cannabis enthusiasts decided to take a second look at this rare cannabinoid and discovered a plethora of amazing benefits and uses for this once ignored compound.
How Does CBG Work?
CBG works on and interacts with your body’s endocannabinoid system. This system is primarily responsible for keeping your body in homeostasis and is directly involved with many important biological processes related to memory, sleep, mood and even your body’s immune responses.
According to studies done on the benefits of CBG, CBG works by binding itself to chemical receptors in your body, amplifying the effects of a little-known brain chemical called anandamide. Anandamide, sometimes referred to as the “bliss-molecule” is responsible for affecting appetite, mood, sleep, and pleasure/pain receptors. Studies suggest CBG, as well as THC & CBD, work with your body to help treat and alleviate a variety of conditions and ailments.
Benefits of CBG
Research on CBG is still ongoing so the full and true potential of this amazing cannabinoid has not yet been found, but many promising studies have shown that CBG may be beneficial for:
Pain Relief - One study suggests that CBG might be better at treating pain than THC.
Muscle Relaxation - If you’re struggling with a sports injury or are seeking out a natural muscle relaxant, CBG might be a great option.
Anxiety & Depression - CBG might be useful if you suffer from anxiety or depression. Research suggests that it could regulate your mood and might have antidepressant qualities.
Anti-Inflammation - Studies have found that CBG may help in reducing inflammation. This could potentially be used to treat conditions such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Combining Cannabinoids
CBG is not psychoactive, so you won’t get high from consuming it alone. If combined with THC, CBG actually works to counteract the psychoactive effects of that compound, while amplifying the existing benefits of boosting your mood, increasing relaxation, improving appetite, and reducing inflammation.
When these cannabinoids join forces and work together it creates what is known as the ‘entourage effect’ - working hand in hand, their benefits complement each other. Learn more about the ‘entourage effect’ with our in-depth blog post - Entourage Effect 101: What it Means & its Benefits.
Finding the right CBG gummies for you
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