What are CBN Gummies?

CBN gummies are gummy candies containing cannabinol (CBN). 

CBN, is a cannabinoid that naturally occurs in the cannabis/hemp plant. “Hemp” is simply cannabis that contains less than 0.3% THC by dry weight. 

Scientists discovered CBN nearly 100 years ago, but it was relatively unknown and unused by the general public for decades. 

However, some THC users began to realize that smoking hemp flower containing high amounts of CBN along with THC produced a mellower, drowsier high than flower that didn’t contain as much CBN. 

This led many people to believe that CBN had sedative properties. Although the research on this is mixed, anecdotal evidence suggests CBN is indeed beneficial for sleep. 

But it’s also beneficial for other things: scientific and anecdotal evidence suggests CBN has potential therapeutic applications for pain, anxiety, ADHD, cancer, and glaucoma. 

Why Shop CBN Gummies from Natural Ways CBD?

At Natural Ways CBD, we only carry products that contain less than 0.3% THC and have been tested by a 3rd-party lab to verify their safety and potency. 

But legal, safe, and effective products are table stakes for any cannabinoid brand — what truly sets us apart is our:

• Selection — We offer an extensive product line under our own brand name: Natural Ways CBD. But we aren’t limited to carrying our own products; we also curate the best of what other companies have to offer. This means you get more options to choose from without needing to spend more time vetting products: you can confidently select an option and know that it will be safe and effective. 
• Experience — Although we pride ourselves on providing a great online CBD shopping experience, Natural Ways CBD isn’t just an online business. In fact, we have six brick-and-mortar retail stores in the Houston, Texas area. Because we talk to customers face-to-face every day, we receive immediate and detailed feedback about how our products are working, allowing us to continuously improve our products. The end result? The CBN gummies and other products you buy from us are what’s actually working for real people, not some formula we think works. 
• Values —  We put people over profit. Our company was started after the owners experienced a medical scare with a family member and witnessed how CBD products helped. We’re dedicated to making natural wellness available to all; we do that by offering the highest-quality products at fair prices.

Are CBN Gummies Legal?

Yes, CBN gummies are legal on the federal level. 

The 2018 Farm Bill (which has been extended through 2024) legalized hemp and hemp-derived cannabinoids, including CBN, on a federal level.

Hemp is a variant of the cannabis sativa plant that contains less than 0.3% THC by dry weight. 

CBN Gummies Effects: How Do They Make You Feel?

CBN has very noticeable effects. Anecdotal evidence suggests that it’s mildly psychoactive and will cause a slight high; most people report that CBN is roughly one-fourth as strong as delta 9 THC (the THC in weed). 

Unlike THC, which many people find to be energizing, CBN creates sedative effects for the mind and body, making it ideal for evening use. 

Benefits of CBN Gummies

Research suggests CBN has therapeutic potential in several different areas:

• Sleep – A 1995 study found that CBN may prolong sleeping time. Anecdotally, CBN is sedative and slightly psychoactive, which makes it effective at promoting a restful mood. Many people use CBN for sleep. 
• Pain – A study published in the FASEB journal in 2016 found that CBN may have anti-inflammatory properties. Another study looked at the effects of CBN on pain in rats, and it found that CBN may help. Anecdotally, many people use CBN to promote physical comfort at night. 
• Anxiety – Although no formal research has investigated whether CBN is beneficial for anxiety, anecdotally, many people use CBN for anxiety due to its mentally relaxing effects.
• Focus – In 2020, Israeli researchers found that CBN may promote focus and mental relaxation. 
• Neurological Health – A 2022 study by researchers at the University of British Columbia found that CBN has neuroprotective properties.

What are the Side Effects of CBN Gummies?

While research suggests CBN has vast therapeutic potential, it may also cause some adverse side effects when consumed. 

Potential side effects of CBN gummies include:

• Tiredness
• Dizziness
• Difficulty thinking and speaking
• Slowed reaction time

(Note that tiredness isn’t necessarily a negative effect if you’re using CBN gummies for sleep.)

CBN Gummies Dosage: How Many Should You Take?

CBN isn’t as powerful as THC, but it is still slightly psychoactive. To avoid feeling any adverse effects, we recommend using a dosage formula to calculate a low starting dose. Then, you can determine how many CBN gummies to take based on that amount. 

The formula is:

(0.05) x (your body weight in lbs.) = your daily dose of CBN in mg.

For most people, this amount is between 5-12mg. This might equate to 1 CBN gummy, or a fraction of one, depending on which product you buy. 

Once you’ve taken this dose a few times, you can slowly increase it as you desire. 

CBN Gummies vs. CBD Gummies: How Do They Compare?

The only difference between CBN gummies and CBD gummies are in their active ingredient. CBN gummies primarily contain cannabinol (CBN), while CBD gummies contain cannabidiol (CBD). 

These two naturally-occurring cannabinoids differ on three primary dimensions: their abundance, their effects, and their benefits. 

• Abundance – CBD is very naturally abundant in hemp, while CBN is only found in small amounts. While CBN comprises just 1% of most strains, by weight, CBD comprises about 10%. 
• Effects – CBN will create a mild head high, although it’s commonly associated with sedative effects more than it is with a THC-like high. CBD, on the other hand, will not create any sort of a head high and tends to be very subtle in the effects it brings.
• Benefits – Both CBN and CBD are commonly used for sleep, anxiety, and pain. However, CBN is generally stronger than CBD, making it slightly more effective for sleep. CBD will not cause any sort of a head high, making it better for daytime therapeutic use.