Cannabinol (CBN)

As one of the top 10 cannabinoids present in plants from the cannabisCannabis (/ˈkænəbɪs/) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae. The number of species within the gen... More family, CBN is the latest hot topic in cannabinoidA cannabinoid is one of a class of diverse chemical compounds that acts on cannabinoid receptors, also known as the endo... More research. When THCTHC, or Tetrahydrocaannabinol, is the chemical responsible for most of the marijuana’s psychoactive effects. It behave... More is oxidised, the process converts the THC to CBN. Interestingly, CBN was previously thought to be responsible for the psychoactive effects of cannabis before THC was discovered. It has potential for combatting pain and inflammation, bone health, and treating skin conditions. It could also be effective for inducing sleep when used in combination with CBD. CBN can contribute to the beneficial effects of CBD when present in a broad spectrum or full spectrum extract (see entourage effect).