INGESTED THC
Cannabis-derived edibles are foods or beverages that contain cannabinoids, which are naturally occurring compounds found in cannabis. These substances are able to influence the body and mind when consumed.
The cannabis plant contains more than 500 cannabinoids, but the two main ones are THC and CBD. Both substances have recognised and highly regarded therapeutic properties, but the big difference is that CBD does not cause psychoactive effects (highs), whereas THC does.
Depending on the amount of THC contained inside the product, we will be able to see that we can find the psychoactive effects, while remaining within the legality of course. You will find these products with a “THC” tag in red on Mypot.fr
CAN I GET THE EFFECTS/BENEFITS OF THC LEGALLY?
The arrival of cannabis edibles allows us to rediscover the effects of THC. Here are the explanations.
There are two main reasons for this:
• WEIGHT:
If we consume a CBD flower (containing a maximum of 0.3% THC) weighing 0.5 grams (500 mg), we ingest a total amount of 1.5 mg of THC (0.3% of 500 mg).
If we consume a full-spectrum CBD gummy (containing a maximum of 0.3% THC) weighing 5 grams (5000 mg), we ingest a total amount of 15 mg of THC (0.3% of 5000 mg).
• INGESTION:
The effects of ingested THC are much more potent than those of smoked or vaped THC, and it’s essential to understand this before talking about dosages. When cannabis is ingested, our liver metabolizes THC into an extremely potent form (3-4 times more potent than when inhaled). Therefore, the same ingested dose can have much more intense and long-lasting effects than when smoking. It is therefore important to take this significant difference into account before embarking on the ingested THC experience
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SMOKING/INHALING AND INGESTING THC:
THC metabolizes differently in the digestive system compared to the lungs. The effects of ingesting cannabis are more powerful. In the liver, THC is transformed into a different molecule, capable of easily crossing the membranes that separate the blood vessels from the brain tissue, which explains its powerful psychoactive effect.
This form of metabolism produces psychoactive effects that are slower to manifest, but also more intense than those of inhalation. This makes it more complicated to determine the exact amount of cannabis needed to achieve the desired effect when ingested compared to inhaling. Although ingesting cannabis does not pose any risk to the respiratory system, it does carry some dangers, the most important being the risk of excessive consumption, which could lead to inexperienced users having a very unpleasant experience if the recommendations of a professional are not followed.
BENEFITS OF CONSUMING INGESTED THC:
1. Avoid smoking and all the negative effects associated with combustion and vaporization.
2. Much more potent and long-lasting effects than inhaling and burning flowers or resins. This can offer significant relief to people suffering from insomnia, chronic pain, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting due to medical conditions or treatments such as chemotherapy, sclerosis, Parkinson’s, epilepsy…
DISADVANTAGES OF INGESTING THC:
1. THC reaction time:
When we inhale or smoke THC, the effects are immediate. This allows us to be more precise in the dosage we consume, and to stop as soon as we reach the desired effects. When ingesting THC, the effects take much longer to manifest themselves in our body, as we must first digest the product for the THC molecule to reach our bloodstream. Ingested THC can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours to produce its effects in the human body.
2. The risk of excessive consumption:
This is directly related to point 1. The delay in the onset of effects can lead us to think that the ingested dose is insufficient, which pushes us to take a new dose before the first one takes effect. This phenomenon is the main cause of “overdoses” related to the ingestion of THC. To avoid unpleasant surprises, My Pot strongly recommends following the dosing advice provided in the following link: THC DOSING TABLE.
In conclusion, we can therefore say that edibles can offer considerable benefits when consumed responsibly. Before incorporating these products into your daily routine, it is essential to fully understand the potential health effects and follow recommendations for safe consumption.
Whether for health or recreational reasons, check out our selection of cannabis edibles on mypot.fr and explore our solutions with safe, high-performing, and dosage-accurate products.