4 ways to enjoy weed without smoking it

This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been republished with permission.

Cannabis has long been a controversial topic, and people still wonder about its uses and safety. The truth is that the hemp plant has a long history and has been used for its multiple benefits since ancient times.

More and more people around the world have started using cannabis. According to Forbes, US cannabis sales are projected to reach $72 billion by 2030. There is a plethora of different cannabis products on the market, from tinctures, oils and vapes to toothpaste and gummies.

But since there are so many ways to use marijuana, it can be difficult to figure out which one is best for you. Remember that different methods imply different types of experiences. So if you’re new to cannabis use, you might want to get more insight into what each method has to offer.

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Smoking

Smoking is perhaps the most prevalent method of consumption and remains the favorite of many users. Smoking weed involves lighting the cannabis flower and inhaling the smoke, which is quite easy compared to other methods of consumption. Depending on the strength of the cannabis, you can feel its effects within 5-10 minutes. The “high” feeling can last up to 3 hours, which is perhaps one of the most important advantages of this method of consumption.

Some of the most popular ways to smoke cannabis flower are pipes, joints, and blunts. Each method has its specifics, so joints are made by rolling cannabis into rolling papers, while pipes come in a specially designed shape that allows the smoke to travel from this bowl-shaped area to the mouthpiece, giving you the best of the experience can do .

These are probably the most popular options when it comes to smoking cannabis thanks to their compactness, but there are also methods worth trying such as hookahs, also known as bongs. They filter and cool the smoke with water, which is why many people consider this method to be the healthiest smoking method.

You can also grow your own cannabis and forget about always buying it. As long as you obey the law and plant your cannabis flowers in a place that is not visible from a public place, you can grow cannabis at home. Make sure to use autoflower cannabis seeds, especially if you are a beginner, as you won’t have to adjust the lighting to accommodate seasonal changes.

vaping

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Although some people confuse vaping with smoking, they are very different concepts. While smoking, as the name suggests, creates smoke that then reaches your lungs, vaporizing consists of heating cannabis below the burning point, which can reach 370 degrees Fahrenheit. In this way, the smoke is converted into vapors that are inhaled and distributed in the bloodstream. It is believed that this method is more lung-friendly and has a stronger effect, since less THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is lost.

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As with smoking, there are multiple ways to vaporize cannabis, some of the most popular being vape pens, vaporizers, and dab rigs. Vape pens are the latest innovation in cannabis inhalers and one of the top choices among consumers. And it’s no wonder why: They’re the size of discrete items that easily fit in your pocket without drawing too much attention.

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Switching from smoking and vaping to oral methods may seem like a bit much, but you need to know that more and more people are choosing this type of consumption method. With so many cannabis products hitting the market lately, it would be a shame not to take advantage of the variety of forms in which cannabis can be taken.

Ingesting cannabis in the form of edibles has gained traction due to the variety of products that you can choose from. From baked goods and drink shots to chips and gummy bears, you can choose the option that best suits your needs. Keep in mind that ingestion differs from smoking and vaping in that the active phytochemicals responsible for the “high” take the digestive tract to reach the brain and bloodstream, not the airways. This means that the cannabis effects are delayed, taking up to 3 hours to kick in, but the good news is that you can enjoy them for up to 12 hours.

With so many cannabis seeds on the market, you can grow your own marijuana and make delicious recipes like cannabis-infused chocolate chip cookies and brownies, cannabutter, and pasta. You can find different cannabis seeds on the market including autoflowering, feminized and regular seeds. If you are a collector that is great because now you have the opportunity to grow your own mini plantation.

tinctures

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Tinctures are made by steeping the cannabis flowers or leaves in alcohol, which improves their absorption through the blood vessels sublingually. Well, how many drops you will use is entirely up to you. We recommend giving 2 or 3 drops and then waiting for the cannabis to be absorbed to get the full effect. Don’t worry if cannabis extract gets stuck under your tongue; the rest is taken so that not a drop is wasted.

Cannabis oils are also commonly used, and for good reason: they help with uncontrollable pain, mental health issues (such as PTSD), arthritis symptoms, and epilepsy syndromes.

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Being more of a delivery method than a consumption method, topical cannabis is also worth trying. You’ve probably heard that cannabis helps with issues like anxiety, but did you know that it’s also a great pain reliever? It helps with inflammation and sore muscles, making pain more manageable.

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When it comes to topicals, you have the choice between countless variants: creams, oils, lotions, balms, sprays and ointments. If you choose this method of using cannabis, there are many options. You can also reap the skincare benefits of this popular plant by choosing products that contain cannabis as one of the main active ingredients.

However, it’s important to know that you don’t get “high” when using topical cannabis products, as this can only happen if it’s ingested, smoked, or vaped, which means it needs to get into your bloodstream. With topical application, you only absorb cannabis through the skin.

This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been republished with permission.