What is CBD?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a cannabinoid that occurs naturally in hemp. 

CBD has gained widespread attention and use due to its myriad of therapeutic benefits. It’s one of the most abundant cannabinoids in hemp, which is a major reason it’s been researched extensively compared to most other cannabinoids. 

Research has investigated CBD’s therapeutic potential for anxiety, stress, sleep, pain, inflammation, epilepsy, addiction, and more. 

What is CBG?

Cannabigerol (CBG) is one of more than 100+ naturally occurring cannabinoids in the hemp plant. Although not as abundant as cannabinoids like CBD and delta 9 THC, it has a long list of benefits just like these other cannabinoids. 

Research has looked at CBG’s potential benefits for pain, inflammation, neurological health, ADHD, glaucoma, and appetite stimulation. 

Can You Take CBD and CBG Together?

Yes, you can take CBD and CBG together. In fact, doing so is extremely beneficial. 

CBD and CBG have different, yet complementary benefits and effects. When you combine them, they render more benefits than if you use them by themselves. This is true of both oral consumption and topical application. 

What is the Entourage Effect?

The entourage effect is a term that was originally used to describe the way CBD balances out the psychoactive effects of THC when they’re taken together, therefore amplifying THC’s benefits.

However, this term also describes the amplified benefits that any cannabinoid gives when used in combination with other cannabinoids — in this case, how CBD and CBG complement each other.

Though both cannabinoids interact with your body’s endocannabinoid system, they do so differently.

CBD doesn’t interact heavily with the CB1 or CB2 receptors (the main receptors in the ECS), but it helps modulate the production and efficacy of your body’s naturally produced endocannabinoids.

CBG, on the other hand, binds directly to both the CB1 and CB2 receptors, similar to THC.

Through these interactions, CBG and CBD may render outsized benefits when used together. 

What Are The Benefits of Taking CBD and CBG Together?

CBG and CBD generally balance and add to each other’s benefits and effects. However, this combination has benefits in a few specific areas:

CBD and CBG for Pain & Inflammation

Research suggests CBD has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Likewise, research suggests CBG has similar properties.

Although they have similar benefits, CBD and CBG work differently. As a result, taking them together renders better physical support than using CBD or CBG by themselves, since you’ll be receiving benefits from multiple angles. 

CBD and CBG for Sleep

Generally, CBD is more effective than CBG for sleep. CBD’s effects are relaxing, and even sedative in larger doses. CBG, on the other hand, is focusing and even energizing. 

Because CBG’s effects are more uplifting, it may disrupt sleep when taken by itself. But by combining it with CBD, its energy-promoting effects are neutralized, allowing you to benefit from its physical effects while maintaining a calm, relaxed mind. 

CBD and CBG for Mood (Stress, Anxiety, Focus)

As we’ve mentioned, CBD and CBG both promote mental relaxation and clarity. But each cannabinoid also has a downside, in this respect.

CBD is great for relaxation and calming. However, some people find that it makes them feel tired — not ideal when you have things to do.

CBG, on the other hand, promotes mental clarity, energy, and focus. As a result, some find it useful for things like ADHD, but others find that it makes them feel more amped than they’d like. 

By taking CBD and CBG together, you get the best of both worlds: a calm, yet focused and alert mind. You won’t be tired or overly energized; just balanced. 

Types of CBD:CBG Products

There are many types of CBD:CBG products to choose from. Here’s a bit about each:

• CBD:CBG Oil: Oils and tinctures are taken under the tongue, rather than swallowed. Because of this, they work faster (10-15 minutes) and are slightly stronger than other products. It also allows for very precise dosing.
• CBD:CBG Gummies: Edibles, such as gummies, offer a consistent way to dose CBD and CBG, as each piece will contain the same amount. CBD:CBG gummies start working in 45 minutes to 1 hour. 
• CBD:CBG Capsules: Capsules, like edibles, offer consistent dosing. The one downside is that they aren’t the best product for very small doses, as they’re not easy to split. Like edibles, capsules work in 45 minutes to 1 hour. 
• CBD:CBG Topicals: Topicals allow you to deliver CBD and CBG to specific places on the body, rather than circulating these cannabinoids through your entire system. Topicals are great if you’re using cannabinoids for physical support, but you won’t feel any of the mental benefits as these products don’t deliver cannabinoids to the bloodstream. 
• CBD:CBG Smokables and Vapes: Smokable and vape products are potent and fast-acting – they will begin working in just 5-10 minutes. The downside of smokables and vapes is that they are hard to dose precisely.