The process of dosing cannabis edible is tricky. Cannabis edibles work differently from other types of cannabis products, that’s why it can be hard to dose them correctly.
In the world of cannabis, edibles are king. With so many different options for how much you eat and what it’ll make your high feel like–from classic brownies to gummy bears–the process can be daunting if not downright confusing at first.
But don’t worry! Figuring out the dosage in these tasty treats is easy once we understand its unique qualities.
Understanding Edible Dosage: Edibles vs. Other Cannabis Products
Understanding what makes edibles different from other cannabis products is really important and can affect your ideal dosage and the overall experience.
Edibles are a unique form of cannabis consumption because they enter the body through digestion. Unlike smoking or vaporizing, edibles give users an opportunity to experience cannabinoids with less risk for negative side effects like lung irritation and anxiety enhancement. To understand the difference between edibles and other types of cannabis, it is important to know that they may take longer than smoking or consuming them in another manner. This can lead users into experiencing a delayed high while feeling intense effects from an edible for much longer periods after consumption as well.
There are usually two differences in how edibles work that can make them particularly tricky to dose. First is the potentially stronger effects and the second is a slow onset time.
Considering Strength of Effects
Edibles are a delicious alternative to smoking or eating cannabis. Many people who use edibles find that they produce stronger effects when compared with other consumption methods, especially given how some have described them as having a very strong “body high” and more intense psychoactive properties in general – perfect for those looking to get really baked.
Edibles can have a stronger effect than other consumption methods, so it’s important to find the right dose for you. Even if something seems like an appropriate amount when consuming with smoking or vaping products – consider going lower at first and increasing more gradually over time as needed.
Considering the Slow Onset Time of Edibles
Edibles can have a much slower onset of effects than smoking or vaping. When you smoke, it’s easy to feel the impact quickly and know if something will work for your needs at that moment- edibles take longer so patience is key. Typically, edibles kick in within around the 30 to 60-minute mark and in some cases, it can also take up to 3 hours in contrast to smoking or vaping which usually takes effect within the first 2 to 10 minutes.
When you’re first experimenting with marijuana edibles, be mindful of their delayed onset time. They can have lasting effects for hours, so it is important to take your dose slowly and avoid taking another one if the edible has only just been ingested, as this could lead some people into overconsuming them in order to get an effect sooner than expected which isn’t always enjoyable or safe.
