Just about everyone these days knows about CBD and all it can offer… But what about CBG? Have ya heard? It’s the next big thing! And combined with CBD, CBC, and just a tiny bit of THC, it might just be the powerhouse of cannabinoids your body needs to feel great. The reason you probably haven’t heard too much about CBG until now is because it’s barely present in the cannabis plant. The industry is trying to change that by modifying hemp to have higher levels present in common strains. Because of its low levels, not much research had been done to find the medical benefits of CBG, but because of CBD’s wild popularity, we’re finding out more and more about new cannabinoids every day! Turns out all of the best things come in tiny packages. What we now know about CBG is pretty impressive.
CBG is the first cannabinoid that develops in the cannabis plant. It’s responsible for the creation of CBD, THC and other more abundant cannabinoids. Because its usually found in concentrations of less than one percent, its easy to see how this compound had been overlooked for so long. From what we now know, CBG can help treat glaucoma, IBS, reduce tumor size, help kill cancer cells, and kill bacteria. Why and how is it different from CBD?
As I mentioned before, CBD (like every other major cannabinoid) is technically a byproduct of CBG. While they’re both cannabinoids, they’re different compounds within the plant with very different chemical structure. They do have some overlap, but can also treat different ailments and serve different purposes. CBD and CBG are both considered “non-intoxicating”, so they won’t make you high like THC will, however they will alter your mind in a way that could relieve anxiety and depression. They also both can counteract the intoxicating effects of THC due to their ability to activate the CB1 receptor (which decreases psycho-activation).
CBG is found to increase appetite significantly more than CBD does, making it ideal for cancer patients that need appetite stimulation without the intoxicating effects of THC. Another big difference between the two is the price. The cost of production when it comes to CBG is quite high… it’s been dubbed “the Rolls-Royce of Cannabinoids”. “It takes thousands of pounds of biomass to create small amounts of CBG isolate,” James Rowland, CEO of the Colorado CBG brand Steve’s Goods, told Forbes. With scientists and researchers aiming to grow strains with higher amounts of CBG, this process should get less costly as more progress is made. Even though it’s expensive, it’s worth a try. See how you like it compared to your CBD products! Share your findings with us on our contact page!