Edibles are a bit different than joints, vape pens, and oils. Instead of inhaling them or applying them under your tongue, you eat them. As such, the cannabinoids don’t absorb immediately into your bloodstream. Instead, your body has to digest them first.
Something happens to the THC in your edibles as you digest them, though. Metabolites transform the psychoactive compound into hydroxy-11-THC, a metabolic byproduct of THC. In most cases, metabolic byproducts are weaker than the original compound. In the case of THC, however, it’s more potent. When the cannabinoids enter your bloodstream, the effects you feel are stronger.
Edibles offer several significant benefits, including:
Since you have to digest an edible and its cannabinoids first, it will take longer for you to feel the effects. Methods like smoking, vaping, and tinctures typically take 15 to 30 minutes to kick in. With edibles, however, it can take anywhere from one to two hours before you feel anything.
The exact amount of time it takes to feel the effects of an edible depends on many factors, such as:
When taking edibles, keep in mind that it will take longer to feel the effects. If you take a second dose too soon, you could end up with too much THC in your system at once. Overloading your body could lead to unwanted side effects like paranoia, a racing heartbeat, and excessive anxiety. Knowing how long it takes for your dose to kick in will help you time your edibles as you need.
As we mentioned previously, the effects of edibles do last longer than the effects of other methods. When you smoke, the effects typically last for one to three hours. With edibles, however, you can feel the effects for up to eight to twelve hours or more.
Edibles offer a discreet method of cannabis consumption with near countless options. They might take longer to kick in, but the effects are generally stronger and provide longer-lasting effects. Understanding how edibles work can help you select the best products for your needs and determine how much (and how often) you should take them.
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