As you may or may not know, ‘CBD’ itself is actually only one molecule of many that are contained within full spectrum CBD products. CBD, or cannabidiol, is undoubtedly one of the most prevalent cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant, but there are actually 147 in total – many of which have also been proven in studies to have additional health benefits. (this is why ‘full spectrum’ is always best!). CBG (aka cannabigerol) is one such cannabinoid.
CBG – a special compound that is worth knowing about
What is CBG?
CBG It’s often referred to as the ‘the mother cannabinoid’ as it’s the first cannabinoid the plant produces and it’s the one that forms all other cannabinoids, like the most prevalent CBD (cannabidiol). As the plant continues to grow, the CBG production declines. Plants are now bred to have an increased amount of CBG present and it can also be isolated and then added to CBD oil to increase its CBG content. These 2 methods are used to create our CBG Enhanced CBD.
CBG and the Endocannabinoid System
First, a mini explainer on what the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) is:
We all have an ECS. In fact, all animals do, and have done for millions of years. Since it’s discovery in the 90s, we have gone on to realise that it’s perhaps the most important physiological system, as it’s job it to regulate all other systems and bodily functions. In short, it’s our in-built homeostatic regulator. Without it working as it should, nothing else works either.
The ECS kicks into gear when activated by neurotransmitters called endocannabinoids, which are created on demand to bring the body back into balance. Many factors can have a negative impact on the body’s ability to produce appropriate endocannabinoid levels, such as chronic stress, poor diet and and lack of quality sleep. When this occurs, just about anything can go wrong, so it’s vitally important to get your ECS going again.
CBD oil can help with this, due to the way the CBD molecule inhibits the enzyme that breaks endocannabinoids down, resulting in higher levels for longer when they are produced. However, there are cases where endocannabinoid levels are so low, or the ECS is so ‘offline’ that something that can actually stand in for endocannabinoids until they are being synthesised properly again.
CBG is a legal cannabinoid that also directly activates the ECS, providing many of the same actions as THC, like reducing muscle spasms, but without getting you stoned. Unlike the CBD molecule, CBG has the ability to directly activate ECS receptors, therefore allowing it to effectively stand in for our own endocannabinoids.
What do the studies say?
Although CBG oil is a novel food supplement, like CBD oil, the CBG molecule is being extensively explored as a potential therapeutic agent that might be used to combat multiple conditions in the future.
Some studies have shown that CBG may actually have even more potent anti-inflammatory properties than both CBD, while other findings suggest impressive neuroprotectant actions, meaning CBG could play an important role in the future treatment of in Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and Neuroinflammation. There’s also evidence to suggest CBG may also increase GABA levels, again, more than CBD or THC, which is something that often plays a key role in seizure control, muscle spasticity, sleep conditions and anxiety disorders.
As CBG is a naturally minor cannabinoid, it’s one the scientific world is a little less familiar with (in comparison to the abundance of studies looking into CBD). But, with results being positive so far, it’s understandable why so many people are now trying out CBG oils for themselves – and loving the experience!
“After thinking about using CBD oil for months I didn’t really know where to start. I looked on Instagram and saw this company, I sent a message to them and gave Kate a ring. Kate asked me lots of questions and recommended I try the 3% CBG enhanced CBD Oil. I’ve been taking it for almost 4 weeks, just 2 sprays under the tongue & can honestly say my anxiety is so much better, I’m sleeping better & my joints are aching a little less.
I’d recommend to anyone & will keep taking it”
Sara G reviewing the 3% CBG on Trust Pilot
SOME COMMON QUESTIONS ANSWERED…
WHAT IS CBG OIL?
CBG (Cannabigerol) is the first cannabinoid the plant produces and it is from her that all other cannabinoids are produced, including the prolific CBD. Once this happens, CBG stops increasing in quantity and so it is known as a ‘minor cannabinoid’ as its levels are usually very low in the Cannabis Satvia L (aka Industrial Hemp) from which we make our CBD Oils.
Our CBG oil is made from a strain that has a higher than usual CBG content and we also isolate CBG from the plant and add that to the regular CBD oil, creating the 3% CBG Enhanced CBD Oil. This makes the CBG/CBD ratio 1:1.
THE TONIC CBG OIL
CBG Oil is a CBD oil that carries a higher CBG content than regular CBD oils. CBG is present in all good quality, full spectrum CBD oils, but usually in very low levels. With our 3% CBG Enhanced CBD oil you get a much higher amount of CBG. The concentration is not so high (3% is 300mg per 10ml), but the efficacy of CBG is great, so you get a cost effective product that packs a punch.
HOW TO TAKE CBG OIL
CBG oil is taken the same way regular CBD oils are best taken and that is sublingually. This means, placing a drop or spray of oil beneath the tongue and holding it there for, ideally, 90 seconds, to absorb the cannabinoids into the bloodstream via the sublingual membrane.
CBG HEMP OIL
Our 3% CBG Enhanced CBD Oil uses organic hemp seed oil as the carrying oil to establish the perfect concentration we require.
CBG OIL REVIEWS
Here’s a few reviews from our regular customers who love our CBG oil:
“After thinking about using CBD oil for months I didn’t really know where to start. I looked on Instagram and saw this company, I sent a message to them and gave Kate a ring. Kate asked me lots of questions and recommended I try the 3% CBG enhanced CBD I’ve been taking it for almost 4 weeks, just 2 sprays under the tongue & can honestly say my anxiety is so much better, I’m sleeping better & my joints are aching a little less. I’d recommend to anyone…” Sara Green on TrustPilot
HEALTH BENEFITS OF CBG OIL
CBG Oil has many of the same benefits as regular CBD oil (enhanced mood, sense of calm, quality sleep, pain management…), but CBG specifically, has also been scientifically proven to have better anti-inflammatory properties than CBD and THC, as well as acting as a neuroprotection.
WHAT IS CBG GOOD FOR?
Some studies have shown that CBG may actually have even more potent anti-inflammatory properties than both CBD and THC, while other findings suggest impressive neuroprotectant actions, which means CBG could play an important role in the future treatment of Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and Neuroinflammation. There’s also evidence to suggest CBG may increase GABA levels, again, more than CBD or THC, which is something that often plays a key role in seizure control, muscle spasticity, sleep conditions and anxiety disorders.
WHERE TO BUY CBG OIL?
Always make sure you are buying your CBG oil from a reputable CBD brand which is happy to provide you with lab tests and information about the product and how it can help you.
CBG VS CBD OIL
Full spectrum CBD oil, if a genuine and high quality product, will contain some CBG, but CBG Oil will usually be CBD oil with a higher concentration of CBG than normal. The higher CBG content is attained in 2 ways; creating a plant that naturally generates higher levels of CBG and adding a CBG isolate to the CBD oil. The difference in effects between CBG and CBD oils are; CBG oil needs not be so high in concentration to get a similar effect to a CBD oil of a higher (and therefore more costly) amount, CBG oil will have more anti-inflammatory properties and neuroprotective benefits.
CBG OIL BENEFITS
CBG oil benefits are similar to those of regular CBD oil, but CBG does have increased anti-inflammatory properties and neuroprotective benefits which can help with nerve related damage and issues.
CBG OIL DOSAGE
Always start with 1 or 2 doses a day for the first week and if after then you feel you need to you can increase. Do this in 1 dose increments. Because of the quality of our CBG oil most people attain the full benefits of CBG enhanced CBD oil in just 2 to 3 daily doses. View lab report
CBG OIL FOR SALE IN THE UK
We are one of the few UK CBD brands making a top quality CBG oil. You can buy CBG oil from our website.
WHAT IS CBG OIL USED FOR?
Studies have proved that CBG may have more anti-inflammatory properties than CBD, and other findings suggest impressive neuroprotectant actions means CBG could play an important role in the future treatment of Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and Neuroinflammation and can play a key role in seizure control, muscle spasticity, sleep conditions and anxiety disorders.
CBG OIL FOR PETS
It is not legal to market CBD or CBG oil for pets in the UK. But that said, people do give their pets CBD or CBG oil to treat anxious dogs or arthritic ageing pets.
We would usually suggest a water soluble CBD product so it can be added to food or drink and therefore there’s no loss of absorption.
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