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What is a cannabinoid?

“Cannabinoids are a type of active chemical compound that are naturally found throughout cannabis plants, including hemp. These different cannabinoids, also often referred to as phytocannabinoids because they’re derived from plants, share a similar molecular structure to the cannabinoids your body makes on its own, called endocannabinoids, and are therefore able to interact with one of your body’s major systems– the endocannabinoid system, or ECS (Hemp for Humanity, 2021).” 

What is the difference - CBD, CBG, CBN?

CBN, or cannabinol, CBN is known as the ‘sleepy cannabinoid’ because it can help promote more restful nights. While CBN is not at all intoxicating and won’t cause any likeness of euphoric-type effects of THC, it’s light sedative properties make it a great choice to use at nighttime to ease into a good night’s sleep and then wake up energized (Hemp for Humanity, 2021).” 

CBG, or Cannabigerol, “first identified CBG in 1964. CBG is the non-acidic form of CBGA (cannabigerolic acid) and it’s the very first cannabinoid that cannabis plants produce during maturation. As the plant matures, enzymes convert CBG to other acidic cannabinoids, including CBDA, THCA, and CBNA, before converting over time to CBD, THC, CBN, and the rest. It appears that CBG’s influence on the endocannabinoid system enhances the expression of Serotonin, the “feel good hormone.” It’s why CBG has been tagged as a potential mood enhancer, among other beneficial effects (Hemp for Humanity, 2021).”

CBD, or Cannabidiol, “is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid, commonly found in hemp – it accounts for up to 40% of the plant’s extract (Hemp for Humanity, 2020).” “First identified by researchers in 1940, CBD is widely used by people across the world to promote overall balance in the body and support wellness (Hemp for Humanity, 2021).” In addition to that, "a growing body of evidence suggests that CBD can exhibit an overall beneficiary effect on the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS) that regulates such distinct areas as sleep, digestion, skin condition, inflammations, pain, et cetera (Hemp for Humanity, 2020).” 

What is the 'Entourage Effect'?

“There’s evidence indicating that cannabis compounds, when taken together, can actually enhance their natural effects. This “entourage effect” describes the synergistic effect that cannabinoids and other active components have when they’re used together (Hemp for Humanity, 2021).” 

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