Gallup just released a poll stating that more than one in eight adults in the United States, that is 13 percent, smoke Cannabis. That number has doubled since they asked the same questions in 2013.
Have you thought about trying Marijuana but never liked the idea of smoking? Don’t worry because smoking is the least efficient way to ingest Cannabinoids and there are some great ways to to improve your health with Cannabis that does not include inhaling.
For first time consumers, be weary of taking edibles!
When the psychoactive chemical tetrahydrocannabinol, known as THC, is metabolized in the liver, it turns into 11-hydroxy-THC, which is more psychoactive. Michael Backes, Cannabis science researcher says that it could be twice as strong as smoked Cannabis. This gives weed edibles a demonstrably “different” high - a longer and more steady feeling high, but one the patient isn’t able to control as much because of dosing. Also, edibles cannot be categorized into Sativa or Indica dominant, as the Terpenes are destroyed by entering the stomach.The second problem is users use to much. 2mg of THC is all that is needed for psycho-activity, according to Michael Backes, and with edibles in dispensaries being 50mg, 100mg or even 1000mg per packaging, it is easy to consume too much.
What happens? Don’t worry as you are not going to die but if you do react negatively…one will usually have a panic/anxiety attack, fall asleep or both. A good idea for first time consumers is to have some Cannabidiol (CBD) tincture on-hand. If you want to stop the feeling, a dose of CBD sub-lingually will help control the negative feelings in 10 - 30 minutes.
Topical application for pain is an ancient technique that works great! And it does not show up on drug tests.
Were you thinking of trying Cannabis because you’re arthritic or have back pain because you lift too many heavy boxes? The best way to treat this type of pain with Cannabinoids is through topicals. Cannariginals Emu 420 Essentials makes topical pain relief using full extract Cannabis that is 2 to 1 CBD to THC. They combine it with Emu Oil as their transdermal carrier and what you have is a super potent medicated rub that relieves pain.I personally use Cannariginals all the time and can’t say enough about it. The Emu Oil is one of the closest oils to our own and it penetrates the three layers of skin effortlessly. The Cannabinoids bind to the Emu Oil and are delivered right to the problem area. The oil, having staying power, likes to stay in the body for 8 hours or more providing relief.
Sub-Lingual Elixirs
Arguably the best way to consume Cannabinoids is through sub-lingual application. Companies such Cannariginals and CannaKids make elixirs that are come in an array of Cannabinoids. This application is safe and easy, only requiring the user to drop the liquid under their tongue to absorb into the mucus membrane.
Sub-lingual application mimics smoking Cannabis providing the user quicker feedback on dosing.
Personally, my household uses three elixirs.
1) Cannariginals Mystic Mango Elixir: 2:1 CBD to THC full extract. We use it for sleep, sore throats, and anxiety.
2) Cannakids THCA 20mg/ml: The acid form of the THC molecule before it has undergone the decarb process. My dog is the main patient and use it to condition the endocannabinoid system.
3) CW Botanicals or VET-CBD - Cannabidiol (CBD) elixir for my dog but I also will take some.
In states with Medical Marijuana (recreational legal states included), patients have many options and as the science progresses, there will be more ways to include Cannabis into your health and wellness regime without the psycho-active side affects.