Edibles are becoming increasingly popular for a good reason. They’re discreet and delicious, and they’re perfect for those who prefer not to smoke.
Whether you’re looking to relax after a long day or get high without the hassle of rolling and smoking weed, edibles make an excellent choice. If you’re curious about edibles, keep reading to find out why we love them so much.
What Are The Different Types of Edibles?
Ingesting an edible is a great way to enjoy your cannabis, especially if you have a sweet tooth. There are many different edibles available on the market today. You can find anything ranging from gummies and drinks to baked goods like cookies and brownies!
Edible products typically come in two main forms: high CBD and THC products.
If you’re using cannabis to elevate your wellness routine, edibles with a high percentage of CBD are known to help relieve anxiety and other health benefits. If you’re a recreational user chasing unique experiences, edibles high in THC can get in an exciting and creative mood.
Edibles have so many benefits. We’ve compiled 9 good reasons why edibles should be the next item in your shopping cart.
9 Reasons Why You Should Choose Edibles
1) Edibles can be good for your health!
Edibles are a great way to incorporate antioxidants into your diet. Cannabis, raw or cooked, is high in antioxidants. Antioxidants are vital to our health because they protect us from stress and diseases like heart disease, arthritis and cancer.
We all know the dangers of smoking, even when it comes to cannabis. This means that eating your cannabis might be a healthier option for your lungs.
2) They are convenient & discreet
Edibles are an easy and convenient way to get high or experience the benefits of CBD. Unlike the hustle of rolling and smoking a joint, you can quickly eat an edible anywhere and anytime.
You can keep them in the refrigerator for longer shelf life and grab a quick bite whenever you feel. They offer a smoke-free experience, and if you choose to have them around your friends and family, you don’t have to inconvenience them with the smoke or smell of cannabis
3) Edibles are a healthier alternative to smoking
As we mentioned earlier, eating edibles is undoubtedly healthier than smoking, especially when considering carcinogens and other impacts smoking or vaping may have on the lungs.
Cannabis smoke can also irritate the throat and the lungs and cause coughing.
For people who can’t smoke due to medical conditions or would rather just not, edibles are a great alternative to enjoy cannabis.
4) The effects last longer and are stronger
When we smoke marijuana, the cannabinoids are absorbed through the lungs, giving a more immediate effect. However, the effects only last between 1 to 4 hours.
On the other hand, edibles are digested by the gastrointestinal system and take some time to reach the bloodstream, which will take longer to feel the effects.
The effect of edibles will differ depending on how much was consumed and the THC potency. The results can start to kick in anywhere from 30 minutes up until an hour after eating. The peak high usually occurs after two hours, and you may still feel the effects 6 hours later.
You can take your edibles before bed for a deep night’s sleep or just for a long-lasting relaxed feeling.
5) It’s easier to control your dosage
The effects of edibles are different for everyone. It all depends on your THC and CBD tolerance. For example, some people might feel the desired result after eating an edible with 2mgs THC, while others require 5 times more to experience the same effect.
Be patient if you’re new to edibles; don’t take too much right off the bat since every individual has their unique response. The best practice is to go low and slow. The good news is that edibles come prepackaged, meaning that you can regulate your dose more effectively.
6) Edibles can potentially help with insomnia and anxiety issues
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) are two active compounds found in the cannabis plant.
While THC is most commonly used for its sedative properties, CBD and THC may help with insomnia and chronic conditions that make it difficult to sleep.
According to a study published in 2019, over 79% of participants with anxiety or sleep problems who took CBD experienced a reduction in anxiety throughout the study.
7) Edibles are cost-effective
Compared to other cannabis products, manual labour and equipment required to grow and harvest plants are less expensive when it comes to edible products. The extracts used for making edibles are sourced from parts of the plant that are less desirable for smoking (like shake and popcorn buds).
Since quality edible products are sourced from low-cost materials, they are sold at a lower price. The pricing of edibles is more standardized than flowers.
The cost can be roughly estimated between $5 to $10 per pack, which makes it a much cheaper option when compared with other forms of cannabis products.
8) Edibles are easier to store
It has become more important than ever to stock up your pantry with your favourite cannabis products to avoid going out often to buy more. Storage plays a crucial role in the quality of your products post-purchase.
The flower can stay fresh as long as it has been stored correctly in a sealed container away from light and moisture. However, stale bud does not taste great.
Edibles can remain shelf-stable for months (depending on the product, of course). Gummies and lollipops last the longest, while brownies and other baked goods can be frozen and be used months later without a drop in quality. Some users even report that freezing THC edibles might increase their potency.
9) There are tons of edibles to choose from
As you may already know, many dispensaries have a wide range of flavour-filled edibles in all shapes and sizes, ranging from low to high concentrations of CBD or THC. Gummies, beverages, cookies, chocolates, just to name a few.
This gives you, as a consumer, a variety of choices. If you don’t feel like eating something sweet, you could always opt for a drink. If you are a person who likes potent and lasting effects, then gummies would be the best option for you. Reign drops and capsules are a must-have if you’re looking for flavourless and highly portable cannabis products.
It is exciting to have so many options to choose from, which makes edibles so great.
Chew On!
Edibles are one of the most convenient ways to enjoy cannabis anywhere and anytime. We hope this article has convinced you to give them a try!
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