What is CBG?
What is CBG?
It's a common cannabinoid found in virtually all varieties of the cannabis plant. What do we know about this cannabinoid and its effects?
What is CBG?
Like all primary cannabinoids, CBG is produced in the cannabis plant as CBGA.
This is how CBGA earned the nickname “the mother of all cannabinoids.”. Just like CBD, CBG is called a substance that does not have a psychoactive effect, but as in the case of CBD, the situation is probably slightly different.
The limited scientific knowledge we currently have suggests, among other things, that CBG is active at many different receptor levels than other cannabinoids tested.. Early research shows that CBG may have therapeutic potential in treating and alleviating a variety of conditions and issues.
CBG action
CBG, like most cannabinoids, is an effective painkiller and anti-inflammatory. It may act as a neuroprotective agent against degeneration in conditions such as Huntington's disease, and has also been shown to promote neurogenesis, the growth of new brain cells. Other effects of CBG include:
- help in the fight against colon, prostate and oral cancer
- help in lowering intraocular pressure in glaucoma
- antibacterial effect against resistant bacterial strains such as MRSA
- help with treatment psoriasis
- helping to regulate emotions, relieving anxiety and depression
