Americans are struggling to find a good night’s sleep, and perhaps that’s why CBN, a minor cannabinoid you might not have heard much about until now, is trending.
According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, “an estimated 50 to 70 million Americans have chronic, or ongoing, sleep disorders.”
CBN, sometimes referred to as the “sleepy cannabinoid,” or by its scientific name, Cannabinol, is best known for its relaxing, sedative properties. CBN is found in the cannabis plant, but in small quantities. CBN also forms naturally as THC degrades.
If you’re wondering, “but, how does CBN work?” keep reading to become an expert in this helpful minor cannabinoid.
CBN Benefits and Effects
• CBN has sedating effects that can be helpful for people with anxiety disorders, unmanaged stress, or sleep disorders.
• Like CBD and CBG, CBN also has inflammation-reducing properties and works to manage associated pain conditions like arthritis.
• CBN may be able to relieve pressure in the optic nerve, making it helpful for those with glaucoma.
• The cannabinoid may have anti-seizure properties that could make it helpful in managing epilepsy.
• CBN has anti-bacterial properties.
Does CBN Get You High?
CBN is mildly psychoactive, and the effects can be felt through sedation of the body. It’s more likely to make you feel relaxed than it is to make you feel high. CBN is rumored to have about 1/4th of the psychoactive potency of THC.
When comparing CBN vs CBD, CBN provides similar physical effects with a slight psychoactive edge and more relaxing properties.
CBN Products to Try
• Smokiez 4:1 Blackberry Lemonade (THC:CBN) - Smokiez Blackberry Lemonade is like a knockout in a can, or a “sleepy girl mocktail,” if you will. It comes in a resealable can, so you can dose however you see fit. Small sips on work nights, and big sips on the weekends, perhaps? Find a retailer near you that carries this THC:CBN blend.
• Smokiez 1:1 Sour Jamberry Fruit Chews (THC:CBN) - This bag of Sour Jamberry Fruit Chews contains 20 gummies. Each Fruit Chew contains THC and CBN, making it a wonderful option for low-dose cannabis consumers looking to wake up refreshed, and not groggy. Find a retailer near you that carries this THC:CBN blend.
• Smokiez 1:2 Live Resin Sour Blueberry Fruit Chews (THC:CBN) - This tin of live resin Fruit Chews contains 20 individual bites with 100mg THC and 50mg of CBN total. Each Fruit Chew contains 5mg THC and 2.5mg of CBN. These Fruit Chews are perfect for consumers that enjoy a full-spectrum flavor and experience. Sleeping out for the night? Toss the tin in your overnight bag! Available only in California.
• Smokiez 5:1 Blackberry Gummiez (CBD:CBN) - Hemp-derived CBN gummies are hard to come by. This 30-pack contains 750mg CBD and 300mg CBN per pack, with 25mg CBD and 10mg CBN per gummy. It’s a THC-free blend that can assist those sensitive to THC with getting a decent night of rest. Available for open market on smokiezcbd.com
Who Might CBN Be Right For?
• Those sensitive to THC - Because the potency of CBN is 1/4th that of THC, folks using CBN can still benefit from the sleep-inducing properties of the minor cannabinoid while experiencing significantly subdued psychoactive effects.
• Folks tossing and turning at night - Whether a chronic sleep condition is keeping you up, or just anxiety about the week ahead, it might be worth it to try a few cannabinoid ratios that include CBN until you find one that makes you sleep soundly.
• Those with partners that snore - If you could sleep more deeply, maybe that’ll drown out the annoying sound of someone who really should go do that sleep study.
CBN Nighttime Routine
Establishing an evening routine is the recipe for a great night of rest. We recommend taking 1-2 CBN gummies about 10 minutes prior to brushing your teeth, that way any residual cannabinoids hanging out in your mouth have the chance to be sublingually absorbed.
Put on some comfortable pajamas, wash your face, fluff your pillows, set your alarms, and set the vibe. If needed, put on a sleep mask and sound machine for an optimal night of sleep.
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