Meet the Cannabinoids Beyond CBD and THC

When most people think about hemp, they think of two compounds: CBD and THC. While these are the best-known cannabinoids, they're only a small part of the hemp plant's natural composition.

In fact, hemp naturally produces more than 100 different cannabinoids, many of which researchers are continuing to study.

Understanding these compounds can help you better understand why not all hemp extracts are the same.

What Is a Cannabinoid?

Cannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds produced by the hemp plant.

Each cannabinoid has its own unique chemical structure.

Some are present in relatively large amounts, while others occur naturally in much smaller quantities.

Together, they contribute to the complexity that makes hemp such a fascinating plant.

CBD: The Most Abundant Cannabinoid

CBD (cannabidiol) is the primary cannabinoid found in most hemp extracts and the ingredient most people associate with hemp products.

CBD serves as the foundation for nearly every Joy Organics product.

THC: Just One Cannabinoid

THC is another naturally occurring cannabinoid found in hemp.

In full spectrum hemp extracts, THC is present only in trace amounts that comply with federal hemp regulations.

In broad spectrum products, the THC is removed through an additional refinement process while preserving a broad profile of naturally occurring cannabinoids.

Although THC receives significant public attention, it's only one of many cannabinoids naturally found in hemp.

Meet the Other Cannabinoids

CBG (Cannabigerol)

Often called the "parent cannabinoid," CBG plays an important role during the hemp plant's development because many other cannabinoids begin as CBGA before being converted into compounds such as CBD and THC.

At Joy Organics, our organic broad spectrum hemp extract is enhanced with 5% CBG because we believe a thoughtfully optimized cannabinoid profile creates a better hemp extract.

CBN (Cannabinol)

CBN is another naturally occurring cannabinoid found in hemp.

It occurs in much smaller amounts than CBD and is commonly included in sleep formulas.

We'll take a closer look at CBN and how it works alongside CBD in a future article.

CBC (Cannabichromene)

CBC is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in hemp that contributes to the plant's diverse cannabinoid profile.

Although present in smaller amounts, it's one of the many compounds preserved in broad spectrum hemp extracts.

CBDV (Cannabidivarin)

CBDV is another naturally occurring cannabinoid found in hemp.

Like many minor cannabinoids, it occurs in relatively small concentrations but contributes to the plant's naturally broad cannabinoid profile.

Why Do Minor Cannabinoids Matter?

One of the biggest differences between CBD isolate and broad spectrum hemp extract is cannabinoid diversity.

CBD isolate contains only CBD.

Broad spectrum hemp extract contains CBD along with a variety of naturally occurring cannabinoids, including compounds such as CBG, CBC, CBN, and CBDV.

At Joy Organics, we intentionally formulate our products with broad spectrum hemp extract rather than CBD isolate because we believe many consumers prefer CBD alongside other naturally occurring cannabinoids.

Why Joy Organics Uses Broad Spectrum Hemp Extract

At Joy Organics, we don't use CBD isolate in our products.

Instead, we believe consumers prefer a broad spectrum hemp extract that contains CBD alongside other naturally occurring cannabinoids.

That's one of the reasons we created our proprietary THC-free broad spectrum hemp extract.

It is thoughtfully purified, selectively refined to remove THC while preserving naturally occurring cannabinoids, and enhanced with CBG.

To us, it's the next evolution of broad spectrum hemp extract.

The Bigger Picture

The conversation around hemp often focuses on CBD and THC.

But hemp is much more complex than two cannabinoids.

Understanding the plant's naturally occurring cannabinoid profile helps explain why broad spectrum hemp extracts continue to be a popular choice for many consumers.

At Joy Organics, we believe education empowers better decisions.

The more you understand hemp, the easier it becomes to choose products that fit your preferences and wellness routine.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cannabinoids are found in hemp?

Researchers have identified more than 100 naturally occurring cannabinoids in the cannabis plant, although only a small number are present in meaningful amounts in most hemp extracts.

Is CBD the only beneficial cannabinoid?

CBD is the primary cannabinoid in most hemp extracts, but hemp naturally contains many other cannabinoids, including CBG, CBN, CBC, and CBDV.

Does broad spectrum hemp extract contain cannabinoids besides CBD?

Yes. Broad spectrum hemp extract contains CBD along with a variety of naturally occurring cannabinoids, while THC has been removed.

Why doesn't Joy Organics use CBD isolate?

We believe many consumers prefer a broad spectrum hemp extract that contains CBD alongside other naturally occurring cannabinoids rather than CBD alone.

Learn More

Read our:

• Full Spectrum vs. Broad Spectrum vs. CBD Isolate
• Why Many Customers Prefer THC-Free Products
• What Makes Joy Organics the #1 USDA Organic CBD Brand?
• Ultimate Guide to USDA Organic CBD