The cannabis industry is saturated with different products that allow the user to ingest cannabis in different ways. However, not everyone is aware that the way you ingest cannabis will influence its effect on the body.
We explained the function of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) in this article already. To summarize – the effect of cannabis is always influenced by the receptors to which it binds to, and this is further influenced by the method of ingestion.
Smoking
However, smoking isn’t the healthiest way to consume cannabis, because the mouth tissues and lung cells are exposed to the smoke which can cause damage. If you need to consume a high dosage of cannabis regularly, there are many healthier alternatives to explore.
Vaporization
You also have more options with vaporizing as well. For example, there are many e-liquids infused with cannabinoids that you can choose from at different concentrations. Vaporizing delivers the compounds straight to the bloodstream and brain for a quick effect, in the same way smoking does; so in reality, you aren’t missing out on much by switching to vaporization from combustion!
Edibles
In case you are eating an edible infused with THC, the body produces its own metabolite called 11-hydroxy-THC. This metabolite is much more psychoactive than the THC itself and crosses the blood-brain barrier more easily. Therefore it is highly probable, that you’ll be much higher after an edible, than after smoking.
Cannabis oils and tinctures
You can also dissolve cannabis compounds into fats. The more saturated the fat is, the better the results. Coconut oil has a lot of saturated fat, so this is one of the best oils to use. Butter, hemp seed and olive oil are very good options as well.
Raw cannabis
To enjoy the acids in the plant, one must consume raw cannabis. As we wrote here, before the cannabis is decarboxylated, it contains the acid form of cannabinoids (CBDa, THCa,..). However, when you smoke/vaporize or cook with cannabis (you decarboxylate it), those acids are transformed into their “active” form (CBD, THC,…). None of the compounds in acid form are psychoactive.
It is not only heat that changes the acids into their active form, aging does as well. The longer you let the cannabis flowers mature, and the buds to dry, the more of the cannabinoid acids change into their active states. Like a good wine, good bud gets better with age!
We do not realize what we can do with cannabis. Very interesting article, I share it ! Personally I love eating and vaping it 😀
Amazing Mary! Thanks a lot for the great words!
I love to vape cannabis. Great for medical patients!
Hey Jennifer! Our products contain CBD and it is important to understand that they don’t treat, diagnose or cure any disease, physical ailment or condition. With our CBD products, you can enjoy a great taste and, at the same time, be sure about what you are consuming thanks to our high-quality control standards.
Hey! Our products contain CBD and it is important to understand that they don’t treat, diagnose or cure any disease, physical ailment or condition. With our CBD products, you can enjoy a great taste and, at the same time, be sure about what you are consuming thanks to our high-quality control standards.