Specifically people are interested in using CBN for sleep.

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CBN is still relatively under the radar.

Currently, thereislimitedresearchintotheuseandeffectivenessofCBNasamedicaltreatment, and whilethereisanecdotalevidencetosuggestthatCBNhastherapeuticpotential,thelimitednumberofstudiesthathavebeenconductedhavebeen either small orinconclusive.

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CBN is formed at the end of the plant cycle, during the time THC begins to break down.

Once extracted, it can be transformed into various products like tinctures, capsules, and gummies.

CBN was thefirst cannabinoid to be identified and isolated in research back in 1899(!

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), and it was thefirst cannabinoid to be purified from cannabis in 1940.

But it wasnt until the 80s that researchers started to better understand itsanti-inflammatory and sedative properties.

Additionally, the research is often for a very specific group like people with PTSD or chronic pain.

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Researchers found that insomnia symptoms significantly improved when taking the cannabinoid mix.

Always start with the lowest dosage product you’re free to get your hands on, she advises.

Personally, she likesPetra MintsorKiva Caminogummies because they can be split down the middle for an even lower dose.

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