You’re way too high – how can you bring it down a little bit?

Black pepper

Almost everyone has black pepper spice in their kitchen. This spice has been observed to provide relief to people who are overwhelmed by anxiety or paranoia from too much cannabis.

A 2011 study shows that pepper and cannabis have similar chemical properties that cause both to bind to the same cannabinoid receptors. The instant relief that black pepper provides can be attributed to its terpene compounds. You’ll either need to chew a few black peppercorns or grind them with a meal. Smelling ground black pepper works too.

CBD

This is the non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis. The main factor that causes an individual to get too stoned is THC. CBD reduces or counteracts the effects of THC. It has been observed to reduce the negative effects of paranoia and anxiety that arise when a person gets too stoned. This is one of the reasons why stoners are always advised to only use products with a balanced THC and CBD content.

If you’re too stoned, you can try taking CBD pills, oils, or gums for relief. You can also use a CBD steam pen. Having these products on hand could help reduce the overwhelming after-effects of THC.

Ibuprofen

Anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen have the potential to block the massive buzz a person feels when they are overstimulated. This method is effective and ibuprofen is available over the counter at standard pharmacies. This drug can effectively stop the negative effects of THC on a person’s exercise. It counteracts the intoxicated effects of marijuana.

lemonade

Drinking soda is an effective way to counterbalance the harmful effects of THC from consuming too much weed. The counteracting property of lemonade can be traced back to the terpenes contained in the citrus fruit. The presence of lime terpenes in lemonade improves user awareness and promotes post-consumption alertness. It also reduces anxiety and paranoia.

Drinking lemonade also helps reduce the cotton mouth caused by consuming marijuana.

Liquids and snacks

Staying hydrated and well-fed before and after using cannabis is a great trick for sobering up. Snacks are always recommended no matter how high a person is, such as liquids like water or fruit juices.

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A glass of water and a snack will help calm you down after gaining too much weight. It will also help you focus and regain balance after the lightheadedness caused by excessive noise.

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Once you’ve tried the above, it’s not a bad idea to try as much as you can to be comfortable. Breathe in slowly and deeply while lying down or sitting. You can also take a bath or shower. Some choose to call their friends and listen to them talk, while others look for other distractions to distract them.

As you do any or all of this, with every breath you take, remind yourself that everything will be fine.

Bottom line

Even the most seasoned cannabis users sometimes make the mistake of overdoing flowers, edibles, and other forms of canna-derived products. With the above tricks prepared every time you get a hit, there is no need to crawl around trying to find a solution how to sober up quickly.

Fortunately, there has never been a case of someone getting too high and being in the emergency room, nor has there been a fatal marijuana overdose. You need to understand that any discomfort you experience from excessive indulgence is the worst.

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