What does the cannabis plant hide?
Cannabis (Cannabis sativa) is a plant that grows wild in parts of central and western Asia. On this expedition into the cannabis jungle, we will explore the cannabinoid CBG, also known as cannabigerol.
What is CBG?
Cannabigerol (CBG) is known as the ‘mother of all cannabinoids’. It is the first cannabinoid produced by the cannabis plant during the germination phase. Without CBG, there would be no trace of THC or CBD in the plant. As the plant matures, the amount of CBG decreases, making it more expensive to extract than CBD.
Effects of CBG
CBG interacts with the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and can influence sleep, mood, appetite, and pain perception. CBG has also been found to affect the 5HT1A receptor, contributing to the regulation of serotonin. Additionally, there have been studies suggesting that CBG has therapeutic potential in areas such as neuroprotection, antibacterial and antifungal activity, and relief of inflammation.
Studies on the benefits of CBG
Several studies have investigated the therapeutic use of CBG in neurological disorders such as Huntington’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. It has also been observed that CBG can inhibit the growth of cancer cells and reduce intraocular pressure in cases of glaucoma.
CBD vs. CBG
CBG and CBD are two phytocannabinoids found in cannabis. Although they share some beneficial properties, such as interacting with the endocannabinoid system, CBG is significantly more expensive than CBD due to its lower concentration in the plant and the difficulty of extraction.
CBG for sleep
Although more research is needed, some studies suggest that CBG may improve sleep quality in a similar way to CBD. However, the full effects of CBG on sleep are not yet known with certainty.
Products with CBG
In today’s market, you can find various CBG products, such as oils and drops, CBG isolates, capsules, and nano CBG products. These products offer different forms of consumption and applications, and may be an option for those interested in exploring the benefits of CBG.
Conclusion
CBG is a cannabinoid with therapeutic potential found in the cannabis plant. Although research on CBG is ongoing, promising effects have been discovered in areas such as neuroprotection, antibacterial and antifungal activity, and relief of inflammation. CBG products are available on the market and offer different options for those interested in exploring its benefits.
