CBG Flower Benefits | 10 Health And Medical Benefits Of CBG (Cannabigerol)

Most people are now aware of all the benefits of CBD, but there are many other helpful cannabinoids in hemp and cannabis. Hemp flower has lots of benefits, whether it is CBD flower or CBG flower. Cannabidiol isn’t the only cannabinoid in the hemp plant. There is another interesting compound called cannabigerol (CBG). Let's learn about CBG flower benefits.

(There’s also THC, CBN, CBDa, THCa, and others, but here we will be focusing on CBG.)

CBG, or cannabigerol, is another cannabinoid with much untapped potential. CBG is also known as “the mother of all cannabinoids,” implying its importance in the grand scheme of the cannabinoid spectrum. There are lots of health and medical benefits of CBG - we'll cover 10 below. Then keep reading to learn just what CBG is, how it differs from CBD, and whether or not you can get high from CBG.

New research is unveiling many potential  CBG flower benefits. While we still don't know all that CBG may have to offer, there is optimism surrounding CBG for the treatment of a wide variety of conditions. 10 health and medical benefits of CBG include:

CBG hemp has been found to have anti microbial properties so potent, that it can even fight off a bacterial strain like MRSA, which is notoriously resistant to antibiotics. CBG has shown to be an even better bacteria fighter to THC, CBD, or CBC.

CBG flower shows potential to treat inflammatory conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). One 2013 study published in the journal, Biochemical Pharmacology, found that CBG helped mice with colitis reduce inflammation. 

 Many people ask, "Is CBG good for anxiety?" Yes. By inhibiting the uptake of serotonin and GABA, strains high in CBG may also help with anxiety. With that said, CBG may have antidepressant qualities by helping regulate our mood. 

CBG buds may help treat symptoms of many bladder disorders. This was found to be so after a study was released in the Indian Journal of Urology, finding that CBG inhibited muscle contractions in the human bladder.

CBG has been shown to inhibit the growth of cancer cells, displayed anti-tumor properties, and slowed down disease progression.  A team of Israeli researchers, found CBG to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells. CBG may also stimulate ones appetite, which could help counteract one of the effects of chemotherapy.

CBG could prove useful for the management of sports injuries and/or chronic pain. It has been shown to be a natural muscle relaxant, according to a study authored by GW Pharmaceuticals.

CBG hemp bud shows the potential to fight against cognitive decline. In 2015, a study published in the journal Neurotherapeutics stated CBG could be able to help those with a serious neurological conditions, such as Huntington’s disease. Because of its potential for the treatment of Huntington’s disease, CBG may also help with other neurological conditions like Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s disease.

CBG may have strong pain-relieving properties according to a study in the British Journal of Pharmacology. In fact, it was found to be more effective at treating pain than THC.

The way CBG interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system, might also make it a viable option for treating psoriasis. Human trials are now underway in a study funded by AXIM Biotech and conducted by a world-renowned dermatologist  on psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, Dr. Marcus Meinardi.

CBG flower may even protect against osteoporosis by stimulating bone marrow growth, helping to strengthen bones and heal fractures. This is according  to a study from the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies and John Wiley & Sons Ltd.

Like CBD, CBG (cannabigerol) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid that is found in low-THC, high-CBD cannabis strains like hemp. CBG counteracts the psycho activity of THC by reacting with cannabinoid receptors in the brain.

CBG is found in smaller concentrations in the hemp plant than the more notable cannabinoids. This is because the amount of CBG in the plant declines as the plant ages. 

The primary role of CBG is to synthesize other types of cannabinoids, which has given it the title, the “mother of all cannabinoids”. Let's take a look at why.

CBG is called the mother of all cannabinoids mainly due to the fact that all other cannabinoids start out as a form of CBG. CBG’s acidic precursor, CBGa, also serves as the precursor for other cannabinoids like THC, CBD, and others. 

The base compound CBGa, or cannabigerolic acid, provides the original material for all other cannabinoids. It also morphs into other acids (THCa, CBDa, CBCa, etc.) under certain conditions. After transforming, these precursors eventually go on to become their respective cannabinoid forms.

CBGa, more technically, is actually the mother of all cannabinoids, while CBG has been given the nickname “Princess of Pot,” as the offspring of CBGa. 

 CBD and CBG have an obvious similarity, as they both come from CBGa. They each may be proven to have similar benefits, but they aren’t exactly the same.

One major difference is that CBG directly interacts with the brain’s CB1 and CB2 receptors. However, CBD produces its benefits through more indirect interactions with these receptors from our endocannabinoid system. 

While every cannabinoid has much untapped potential, we stand to learn more over the next several years. CBD is a well-known commodity and in products everywhere, while CBG is lesser-known and yet to fully burst onto the scene. This is mostly because CBG usually exists in small amounts in the hemp plant, and is more difficult to extract.

Going forward CBG could be the next CBD. CBG even appears to be a better treatment option for many conditions than the well known cannabinoid, CBD. 

Today not much is known about any possible side effects of CBG. Research shows it to be harmless to rats, but human studies are needed to make conclusive claims, when it comes to how CBG interacts with other medications. 

CBG has not been shown to have any side effects what so ever, when taken in proper doses.

 Since a person would have to take a massive amount of CBG to experience any negative side effects, it seems unlikely that a person would experience side effects.

No. Since CBG is non-psychoactive, it will not get you high. In fact, CBG counteracts some of the paranoia-inducing effects of THC. Without CBG, some strains with high THC concentrations could make one paranoid. Our organic CBG flower contains no detectable THC.

Yes. Since there are no known side effects to this point—and since CBG will not get you high—CBG is safe until proven otherwise.

CBG bud has much potential to help with conditions ranging from cancer to osteoporosis. While it might never reach the level of distribution, like some of its cannabinoid counterparts (i.e. CBD and THC) simply because it is much less abundant and therefore much more difficult to extract, CBG may indeed prove to be a better option in many cases.

This optimism is only growing as CBG shows no signs of side effects, potentially making it an exciting and safe alternative to traditional medications like opioids. Further human studies are needed to prove CBG’s benefits, but it is well on its way to becoming a more attractive and popular solution.

If you would like to try CBG hemp flower for yourself we offer an organic CBG hemp bud named Lavender CBG in our store. Give it your own scientific trial and see how the results turn out for yourself!