CBG cannabis oil | Cannabis sativa

Traditional use: The first information about cannabis use can be found in the books written about 3 000 years ago! According to the legends, the mythological emperor of China – Shennong – highly valued cannabis and liked to prepare infusions with this herb in order to treat multiple ailments, e.g. memory issues, malaria and rheumatism. Throughout the years Cannabis sativa plants have become an important part of Traditional Chinese Medicine and still being used by herbal medicine experts up to this day. However, there are more interesting stories from the past! Historians claim that king Henry the 8th encouraged farmers under his rule to cultivate cannabis, and so did the settlers from Virginia in the early stage of the United States development. Another noble story refers to the queen Victoria known for her unusually long ruling. As the rumor has it, she also appreciated the effects of cannabis using it particularly as a painkiller. In the XIX century scientists started to apply scientific methods in order to study this herb and its properties.

There are about 100 active substances contained in the Cannabis sativa herb, but people usually focus on those that have the most interesting and universal properties. Recently, cannabidiol (CBD) has definitely become one of the most popular active compounds available on the market. However, there is another compound successively getting more and more attention. Cannabigerol (CBG) is one of the first active substances that are produced in a growing cannabis plant, but it exists only in small amounts. Because of that, only recently scientists have begun intensive research on the effects of CBG. The results are promising, and we are still getting new information about the wide range of properties that CBG provides. 

CBG oil has a beneficial influence on the nervous system functioning. It has a calming effect and helps to relax while improving the quality of sleep. Some consider it a natural antidepressant that reduces anxiety and muscle tension. Moreover, CBG prevents inflammation which makes it an effective support in home treatment of colds and other infections. However, many people claim that it is particularly efficient in reducing symptoms of joint and heart issues. Currently, there is ongoing research on CBG use in cancer and diabetes treatment. There are also some promising results about the effects of CBG in patients with glaucoma because it has been proven that this compound lowers intraocular pressure. Antiseptic properties of the oil are strong enough that some scientists suggest CBG can be used as one of the ingredients in antibiotics. Keep in mind that CBG is a safe substance and completely legal. It does not exhibit psychostimulatory effects like THC contained in cannabis. CBG oil can be used as a natural remedy for infections, and an antidepressant that supports proper functioning of the nervous system.

Occurrence: Cannabis sativa is a plant species belonging to the family of Cannabis. It has large, branched stems that grow up to 2 meters in height. The leaves of this herb have a distinctive shape of the palm with a few lanceolate lobes and serrated edges. Every lobe is 10 cm long and 2 cm wide. The green parts of the plant release a strong smell that is a composition of about 100 chemical compounds. 

Cannabis sativa is grown primarily in France and China. Those two countries produce 80% of cannabis resources. This plant is also popular in other countries of Europe, Australia, the Middle East and mountain regions of Caucasus and Altai.

Biochemistry: Cannabigerol is an organic chemical compound that belongs to the group of cannabinoids. It is considered a “stem cell” of cannabis because it is actually one of the first active substances that are produced in the herb. After chemical transformations the acidic form of CBG converts into CBD, CBC and THC. The amount of CBG in a cannabis extract is relatively small and does not exceed 1%. The oil available in our shop contains 5% – 20% of pure CBG (depending on the chosen option) which makes it effective and completely safe.

The oil contains many other compounds with the highest amount of terpenes and sesquiterpenes. There are also: myrcene, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, limonene, beta-phellandrene, ocimene, terpinolene, alpha-bergamotene, trans-caryophyllene, alpha-humulene and beta-farnesene. 

CBG oil available in our shop comes from organic crops and is completely legal. It does not contain psychoactive substances. It does not stimulate or sedate like THC and can be safely used for therapeutic purposes.

Fun fact: CBG is the most effective when it is mixed with other active substances and essential oil of cannabis. The existence of terpenes and substances like CBD or THC, even in small amounts, supports health benefits of CBG. This synergic activity of cannabinoids is known as an entourage effect. For the first time it has been described in 1998.