Why Shop CBN Products at Natural Ways CBD?

At Natural Ways CBD, we only carry CBN 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 hemp brand — what truly sets us apart is our:

• Selection & prices: 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. Our selection of CBN products contains items from well-known brands such as 3Chi and WYLD, as well as our own line and products from other customer-favorite brands. Enjoy competitive prices on your favorite items while accessing our array of other CBN products.
• Shipping & returns: We offer free next-day shipping on all orders over $49 dollars so you can get your essential therapeutic items (and favorite recreational items) for less. All of our products come with a 14-day return guarantee if unopened. If your product(s) arrive and you discover they’re not what you need, you can return them with no hassle.
• 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.

What is CBN?

Cannabinol (CBN) is a cannabinoid that naturally occurs in the cannabis sativa plant. Hemp is a variant of cannabis sativa containing less than 0.3% THC by dry weight. 

CBN isn’t very abundant in hemp, and therefore it’s not as popular or well-researched as THC and CBD, both of which are comparatively very abundant. 

However, anecdotal (and a bit of scientific) evidence suggests CBN has sedative properties, which has made it popular for sleep support. But as many scientists and cannabinoid enthusiasts are discovering, CBN has broader therapeutic potential just as THC and CBD do.

How Does CBN 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. 

What are the Benefits of CBN?

Research suggests CBN has therapeutic potential in several different areas:

Sleep

Research suggests that CBN may promote restful sleep via its sedative, mentally relaxing effects.

A 1995 study done on mice found that CBN may prolong sleeping time. Anecdotally, CBN may induce a full-body sedative effect. 

CBN is also commonly used as a replacement for over-the-counter melatonin supplements. 

Physical discomfort

Research suggests CBN may have analgesic (pain-reducing) and anti-inflammatory properties.

A 2016 study from University of Massachusetts researchers found CBN may have anti-inflammatory properties.

A 2021 study by researchers in Brazil found that CBN interacts with the CB2 receptors in the endocannabinoid system, which are capable of inhibiting pain and inflammation sensations.

Research out of the University of British Columbia, Canada, found that CBN reduces muscle pain in rats. The study also found that a 1:1 combination of CBD and CBN was more effective for pain than CBN alone. 

While CBN isn’t a proven treatment for pain, inflammation, and related conditions, anecdotal evidence suggests it has therapeutic potential for promoting physical relaxation.

Focus

Research suggests CBN has therapeutic potential to promote focus.

A 2020 study that looked at the impact of cannabinoid and terpene consumption on ADHD found that a high dosage of CBN was associated with a lower Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS) score.

While CBN isn’t a treatment for ADHD, this study suggests that it may have calming, balancing effects on the mind.

Eye health

Research suggests CBN may promote eye health. 

A 2021 study from the University of British Columbia, Canada, found that CBN promoted neuroprotection and normalized intraocular pressure levels in the eye.

Appetite stimulation

Studies have found that CBN may have appetite-stimulating effects. 

In a 2012 study done on rodents, CBN reduced the time it took rats to begin eating and increased the amount of food they consumed.

This research suggests CBN may have therapeutic potential in situations where low appetite is a factor. 

Seizures

Research suggests CBN may have anticonvulsant properties, indicating that it has therapeutic potential for seizures. 

In a 1973 study, CBN was shown to be an effective anticonvulsant in mice.

A 2020 study found that CBN exerted anti-seizure properties in one model but didn’t in another model, suggesting it may work differently for different types of seizures.

These mixed results indicate that, while CBN has therapeutic potential in this area, more studies are needed before we have definitive knowledge of how it impacts seizures. 

Bone health

Research suggests CBN may have supportive effects for the bones. 

A 2009 study found that the CB2 receptors in the endocannabinoid system are a potential therapeutic target for reducing bone loss. CBN is an agonist of CB2, so it may offer this therapeutic benefit.

However, more research is needed before we know whether CBN can help treat bone loss.

Neurological health

Research suggests CBN may have neuroprotective properties. 

A 2024 study by scientists at the Salk Institute found that CBN-based compounds protected the brain against aging and neurodegeneration. 

While CBN isn’t a treatment for neurodegenerative diseases, this study suggests CBN has therapeutic potential in this area and should be researched further. 

Recreation

Research suggests CBN may enhance the effects of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).

A 1975 study found that a CBN-THC combination will render a greater psychoactive effect than THC alone.

Anecdotal accounts corroborate this; most people describe this effect as a calmer, drowsier version of the normal THC high. 

Taking CBN and THC together may have therapeutic potential for sleep and relaxation.

What are the Side Effects of CBN?

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

Potential side effects of CBN include:

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

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

Types of CBN Products & How to Use CBN

There are several types of CBN products out there:

• CBN Oil: CBN oil is taken under the tongue, rather than swallowed. Because of this, it works faster (10-15 minutes) and is slightly stronger than other products. It also allows for very precise dosing.
• CBN Gummies: Edibles, such as gummies, offer a consistent way to dose CBN, as each piece will contain the same amount. Most CBN gummies contain 10-20mg per piece, so in most cases, you can either take a full gummy or half of one. CBN gummies start working in 45 minutes to 1 hour. 
• CBN Capsules: CBN capsules, like edibles, offer consistent dosing. The one downside is that they aren’t the best product for very small doses. Most capsules contain significant amounts of CBN per piece, and you can’t exactly split one in half to take a smaller amount. Like edibles, capsules work in 45 minutes to 1 hour. 

Is CBN Legal?

Yes, CBN is 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 vs. CBD: How Do They Compare?

CBN and CBD differ in a few main areas: their effects, benefits, and level of natural occurrence in hemp. 

• Effects: Whereas CBN has very noticeable effects and will create a mild head high, CBD is very subtle and is best characterized as the negative sensations you don’t feel, rather than the positive ones you do. 

• Benefits: CBN and CBD both may offer therapeutic potential for sleep, pain, and anxiety. CBN is generally more effective than CBD for sleep, although it tends not to be as useful for daytime support due to its potential drowsiness-inducing effects. CBD has been researched for use with epilepsy and addiction; CBN has not been researched for these uses. 

• Occurrence: Whereas CBD is a major cannabinoid that’s abundant in hemp, CBN is a minor cannabinoid, meaning it’s only naturally found in small amounts. 

CBN vs. THC: How Do They Compare?

As with CBD, CBN differs from THC in its effects, benefits, and level of natural occurrence in hemp. 

• Effects: Both CBN and THC may cause a head high effect. However, THC is about four times stronger than CBN. CBN also tends to render a drowsier high, while THC’s high is fairly even in energy. 

• Benefits: CBN tends to be more beneficial than THC for anxiety as it’s less likely to create paranoia and anxiety as side effects. THC has been researched more for use with pain than CBN has. 
• Occurrence: THC is a major cannabinoid and is relatively very abundant in the hemp plant, while CBN is only found in small amounts.