Tips for Consuming Cannabis Based Products

Tips for Consuming Cannabis Based Products

Edibles are cannabis based products best for beginners who want to experience the effects of weed without vaping or smoking. They can be in form of cookies, beverages, butter or chocolates and are used in many parts of the world for medicinal and recreational purposes. In this article, we’re going to find out how to consume edibles safely together with their potential benefits and side effects. 

Start with Small Portions 

Edibles take long, at times up to 3 hours to kick in the body as compared to other methods. It is thus recommended to begin with low doses and increase gradually as overdosing at once is associated with nausea, panic attacks and paranoia. This will however depend on a number of factors such as age, sex and one’s previous tolerance to cannabis.  

Take Edibles with Enough Water 

Experts in marijuana consumption are used to taking plenty of water because of dehydrated mouths, one of the common side effects of taking edibles. Drinking enough water has not only helped in relieving this condition but also in soothing a bad trip by speeding up digestion.  

Eat a Meal Prior to Taking Edibles 

A great percentage of consumers have reported increased bad trips and stomach upsets when ingesting edibles on an empty stomach. If possible, consume edibles after a high fat meal and please don’t take them with liquor. If you have to take it on an empty stomach, try low doses for safety purposes.  

The Debate Between Homemade and Dispensary Edibles 

Most marijuana users prefer homemade edibles as they are not only cheap but also relatively easy to prepare. You also have the freedom of using various products of your own choice. For the first time users, it is advisable to purchase from a certified dispensary to reduce the potential adverse effects related to overdosing.  

Potential Benefits Associated with Edibles 

Unlike other methods associated with lung inflammation, research scientists have proved that edibles are safer to consume with related health benefits such as: 

Anxiety relief. The two active ingredients in cannabis taken as edibles, cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are known to contain anti-anxiety effects bringing about relaxation and good sleep. 

Chronic pain management. CBD is commonly used to treat neuropathic pain and relieve patients with arthritis, epilepsy and cancer. Also recommended for muscle spasm control, weight and appetite loss for people living with cancer. 

Cannabis based products in form of edibles last longer in the blood system as compared to smoking making them ideal for medicinal use. They are also easily accessible as you can prepare on your own and again are not associated with respiratory problems.  

Conclusion 

We have looked at the many benefits associated with cannabis based products including seizure control in epileptic patients but yet there are other related side effects such schizophrenia, impaired motor ability and hallucinations. Edibles can be consumed safely for several reasons only if we adhere to the recommended intake levels and frequency of use.