Reword and rewrite the following article in HTML, use a hip journalistic writing style and make the heading statements in H3 or bold font where necessary: More people are turning to cannabis for sleep than ever before, and it’s not hard to understand why.
Between demanding work schedules, constant connectivity, and ongoing social, political, and economic stress, quality sleep has become increasingly elusive. Add in factors like chronic pain, menopause, or aging, and sleep deprivation starts to look less like a personal issue and more like a global one. In fact, estimates suggest more than one in three adults don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis.
Cannabis has long been used for sleep. People turn to it to unwind, quiet racing thoughts, and ease the transition from day to night. And, traditionally, the advice was simple: choose an indica.
That guidance wasn’t wrong, but it was incomplete.
As cannabis science and lab testing have evolved, a clearer picture has emerged—one that looks beyond strain names and focuses on the compounds inside the plant that actually support sleep.
At the center of that shift is CBN (cannabinol).
What Is CBN?
CBN is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in cannabis and hemp. Unlike THC and CBD, it doesn’t appear in large amounts in freshly harvested flower. Instead, CBN forms gradually as THC is exposed to time, light, and oxygen.
Long before cannabinoids were isolated or labeled, people noticed that older, well-cured cannabis often felt heavier and more sleep-oriented. That effect wasn’t imagined; CBN was part of the chemistry behind it.
Today, modern extraction allows CBN to be used intentionally, making it possible to create cannabis and hemp products designed specifically for sleep rather than relying on aged flower or guesswork.
CBN isn’t new. It’s established cannabis chemistry, now better understood in the context of sleep.
Why CBN Works for Sleep
CBN has gained attention for its direct, practical support of sleep.
Many people report that CBN helps them:
fall asleep faster
stay asleep longer
wake up feeling more refreshed
Unlike THC, CBN is considered non-intoxicating on its own. It doesn’t create a head-high. Instead, its effects are more mentally relaxing and physically grounding, helping the brain and body settle into rest without feeling overstimulated or foggy the next day.
That makes CBN especially appealing for people who want effective sleep support without unwanted side effects.
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Clinical Evidence: CBN and Sleep Quality
Interest in CBN isn’t just anecdotal. In 2024, researchers published the first double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study on CBN and sleep quality, titled: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study of the Safety and Effects of CBN With and Without CBD on Sleep Quality.
The study evaluated 20 mg of CBN, both alone and in combination with CBD. The conclusion was clear:
The study demonstrated that 20 mg of CBN was effect
