Cannabinol is a mildly psychoactive cannabinoid found in trace amounts from Cannabis. CBN is mostly found in cannabis that is aged and stored, and is derived from the plant's main psychoactive chemical, tetrahydrocannabinol. It was the first cannabis compound to be isolated from cannabis extract in the late 1800s.
What are the effects of CBN?
CBN can be used effectively as a sleep aid or sedative. This cannabinoid has also been shown to help regulate the immune system and works to relieve the pain and inflammation caused by several conditions, including arthritis and Crohn's disease.
How is CBN different from CBD?
CBD has been more extensively researched for anxiety, seizures, and pain, while CBN has been thought to be most helpful for sleep, stimulating appetite, and treating pain. Speak with your healthcare provider before beginning to take CBD or CBN.