Pros, cons, and the products you’ll love if you can’t decide.

As Cannabis keeps growing in popularity, more people are choosing to introduce its benefits into their lives. The problem? There’s often an overwhelming amount of options, making it confusing for those who have never tried it.

For those who are new to our blog — and even for those who are not! — we’ve put together a comprehensive list of pros and cons for inhaling, ingesting, and everything in between.

We hope that after reading this blog you’re able to make a well-informed decision and find the product that you love most. Let’s dig in!

Inhaling Cannabis

In this section we’ll explore the difference between vaping and smoking.

  • Smoking
    Smoking is the most common (and oldest) way to consume Cannabis for a reason. When smoking you can get more intense effects at a much more affordable rate, and it requires little to no maintenance.
  • Vaping
    Vaping, on the other hand, involves inhaling heated oil through a vaporizing device, and it is often preferred by avid smokers as you can control the flavor profile, the heat settings, and you don’t require an external source like a light or a match.Even though vaping is extremely popular, it can be very expensive to purchase a THC vape pen.

With the two options you’ll feel the effects of THC from seconds to a few minutes, and the full effects will probably peak in about 30 minutes.

Ingesting Cannabis

Did you know that the first edibles in the United States can be traced back to 1954, when an American-born middle-class Polish Jew named Alice B. Toklas published a cookbook that included a recipe for “Hashish Fudge” (1)?

Fast forward 70 years, and the world of Cannabis has taken a 180-degree turn by introducing an extensive variety of Cannabis-based edibles that offer the benefits of hemp without having to smoke it.

Let’s break them down!

  • Gummies
    Some of the most well-known edibles, THC gummies are tasty fruit snacks that offer as much flavor as they do convenience. They’re perfect for those who love to get their Cannabis on the go.

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  • Chocolate
    Cannabis-infused chocolate has gained popularity in recent years because, much like the gummies, it’s an incredibly convenient way to enjoy the effects of THC or CBD. When shopping for Cannabis-infused chocolate, make sure to check the ratios on milligrams per serving. You don’t want to overdo it!
  • Hard candy
    If you’re a hard candy lover you’ll be excited to know Cannabis-infused hard candy comes in suckers, lollipops, sour balls … the list goes on. This is a great option if you’re in the mood for something sweet, but keep in mind that feeling the effect of Cannabis after consuming hard candy should take between 20 and 30 minutes.
  • Baked goods
    It’s not uncommon to see Cannabis make an appearance in baked goods. With the right ratios you can get delicious cookies, muffins, brownies, or any baked item that would make your grandma proud.
  • Beverages
    We might be a little biased here (hello, High Spirits!), but we certainly think that beverages are a fantastic way to consume HEMP DERIVED THC. Unlike other edibles, Cannabis-infused drinks are built with nanotechnology, which allows for them to stay in perfect liquid suspension indefinitely, as well as providing a rapid onset. This technology makes beverages a faster way to reap the benefits of Cannabis consumption — typically around three to five minutes.

Even though the effects might vary depending on the kind of edible and Cannabis content you prefer, some of the pros of ingesting Cannabis are:

  • When choosing high quality products, the flavors can be not only enjoyable, but also excellent for food pairing.
  • You will feel the effects within 30 minutes to 2 hours — unless you’re choosing a beverage like High Spirits, which has been created with nanotechnology to help you feel the effects faster.
  • The full effects last as long as 12 hours.
  • A more discrete way to relax without the smell of smoke.

So which one is better?

Ingesting and inhaling both provide different experiences for different preferences. Whatever you decide to try, we recommend opting for high-quality products that clearly state their ingredients, sources, include a COA (Certificate of Analysis) and any important warnings you should know about.

Before making a decision you should experiment to find out what you like. Sativa, Indica and Hybrids have different effects, and trying them in a safe, legal way will help you discover what makes you feel best.

Cannabis can be beneficial in many ways, and it’s important to consume it responsibly.
Always remember that inhaling too much THC at one time or consuming more edible Cannabis within four hours can lead to over-intoxication.

The Bottom Line

Inhaling and ingesting can both be fun in their own way. Whether you’re smoking, drinking, eating, vaping, or any other form of enjoying the benefits of Cannabis, we hope your experience is nothing short of wonderful.

Always remember to do research, start with small doses, and only purchase products from vendors you know and trust.

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