CBD Uses

In recent years cannabidiol CBD–infused health and wellness products are gaining popularity due to their many purported therapeutic effects. You must also know that the CBD extract used for making them is derived from hemp plant parts, and they contain other cannabinoids like CBN and THC. In this article, we will discuss in detail the difference and similarities between the cannabinoids CBD and CBN; read on to know more about them.

What Is CBD?

Cannabidiol or simply CBD is the prime cannabinoid-extract from the hemp plant parts like buds, flowers, and leaves. Even though it is an isomer of THC, it does not have any psychotropic effects. Also, researchers are studying it to better understand its potential therapeutic effects so that it can be used as a safer alternative to pharmaceutical drugs.

What Is CBN?

CBN or cannabinol is another cannabinoid innately constituted in the hemp plant. CBN is obtained as the final result of the oxidation process, i.e. manufacturers expose THC to heat and light so that it breaks down and leaves behind CBN. Also, it has therapeutic effects that are like CBDs.

CBD And CBN

You must know that more than 100 cannabinoids are found in the cannabis family of plants, and each of them influences our body. Among them, cannabidiol (CBD) is the second most abundant cannabinoid. CBN is produced due to the process within the hemp plant. So, you cannot produce a high CBN strain cannabis or hemp plant. Also, its quantity depends on factors like THC levels in the flower, exposure to light and heat, and the maturity of the plant.

Effects Of CBD

Some of the potential CBD uses are the following:

• Reduces inflammation
• Reduces chronic pain
• Reduces stress and anxiety
• It has an antioxidant effect
• Neuroprotective effects

Effects Of CBN

Listed below are the potential uses of CBN:

• Reduces inflammation
• Anticonvulsant effect
• Antibiotic

You must keep in mind that more research is required for bolstering the claims regarding the therapeutic effects of CBN.

The Similarities Between CBD And CBN

Sleep And Anxiety: According to the experience of users, CBN has sedative effects, and in this way, it is like CBD.

Pain Relief: Studies show that both CBD and CBN have potential analgesic effects. Also, the analgesic effect is enhanced when they are used in combination.

These are some of the important points that you must know about the differences and similarities between CBD and CBN.