What Are Minor Cannibanoids?

With a new season that also means new products being released onto the market.  We are seeing some innovative cannabis edibles, topicals and many minor cannabinoids being used plus so much more.

Cannabichromene (CBC). The company Science Direct said, “CBC is a phyto cannabinoid that has shown to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.” We are seeing products, such as edibles and topicals, using this wonderful cannabinoid.

Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV). Cresco Labs indicates THCV, “is a psychoactive cannabinoid found most prevalently in Sativa strains of cannabis. It is known to produce a more motivated, alert, and energizing feeling of euphoria. It is also thought to aid in appetite suppression.” This cannabinoid is popping up in edibles so far.

Now moreover Licensed Producers are utilizing these special minor cannabinoids, we are also seeing many new products come to the market. Ever have infused maple syrup from Quebec or sugar free CBD gummies? These are just some examples of products you can purchase.

For topicals, there are a ton of options, from roll-ons to transdermal and ones focused on either muscle or joint pain. They have also come out with a lot of facial products as well as face cream, soap and hand lotion.  This category can also include bath bombs, bath salts, Body or Mouth Sprays.

As for edibles, there are many that are just CBD or they can contain a mixture of cannabinoids like CBD and CBN (The sleepy cannabinoid), without THC that are formulated for sleeping.  

Cannabinol (CBN). Cresco Labs indicates that 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. CBN acts as an anticonvulsant, so it is also beneficial to patients suffering from seizure disorders including epilepsy.” There is currently an array of different products on the market containing CBN from tinctures, vape cartridges, capsules, gummies and pre-rolls, so you can choose how you want to consume your nighttime aid.

As for the extract category we are seeing lots of easy-to-use products come to market. Like low does THC capsules, CBD capsules and CBG capsules.  Within this product line we are also seeing various ratios of oils being released with unique cannabinoid ratios.

Cannabigeral (CBG) : Cresco Labs has found “CBG to be a non-psychoactive cannabinoid typically most abundant in low-THC and high-CBD cannabis strains. Like THC, CBG reacts with the cannabinoid receptors in the brain. CBG, however, acts as a buffer to the psychoactivity of THC by working to alleviate the paranoia sometimes caused by higher levels of THC. CBG works to fight inflammation, pain, nausea and works to slow the proliferation of cancer cells. Research has shown it also significantly reduces intraocular eye pressure caused by glaucoma. Strains high in CBG will be beneficial treating conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s disease, and cancer.” You can find many different products containing CBG like topicals, oils, vape cartridges, edibles, and pre-rolls.

So, keeping some of these facts in mine when shopping next, make sure to ask your Budtender about some of these products of interesting cannabinoids and awesome products. They might just surprise you on how well they work. If you would like more in-depth information about the health benefits about these cannabinoids, please visit Crescolabs.com, or talk with your family Doctor or Pharmacist as we cannabis professionals (Budtenders) are not allowed to talk about the health affects of the cannabinoids as per our Health Canada regulations, just the products themselves, cannabinoids and about the plant.