CBG, or cannabigerol, is a natural cannabinoid that's still little-known but full of promise. A precursor to CBD, it could help improve concentration, digestive comfort, and muscle relaxation. Herbeevor explains everything about its benefits, how it differs from CBD, and its legality in France.
Understanding CBG: The Precursor Cannabinoid with Multiple Benefits
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by Terry Esteve
5 min reading time
🟢 Introduction: CBG, the new cannabinoid that's making people talk
Less well-known than CBD, CBG (cannabigerol) is gaining more and more attention in the world of natural wellness. A precursor to all other cannabinoids, it is said to be the very origin of CBD and THC. But then, what are its effects? Is it legal? How to use it? Herbeevor explains everything to you.
🌱 1. What is CBG?
CBG is one of the many cannabinoids found in the hemp plant ( Cannabis sativa ). It is considered the “ mother cannabinoid ” because it is from it that the others, including CBD and THC , are formed during the growth of the plant.
Its natural concentration is low (about 1% in mature hemp), which makes it a rare and valuable compound .
🔬 2. CBG vs CBD: what are the differences?
Criteria
CBG
CBD
Origin
Precursor of cannabinoids
Derived from CBG
Main effect
Gentle stimulant, focus, digestive comfort
Soothing, relaxing, anti-stress
Availability
Less widespread, more expensive
Very common
Legality
Legal in France (< 0.3% THC)
Legal in France (< 0.3% THC)
👉 CBG is not psychoactive . It does not cause addiction or euphoria, just like CBD.
💚 3. The potential benefits of CBG
According to several preliminary studies, CBG would have very interesting effects, notably on: