Anti-Toke could be your remedy for cannabis-induced anxiety
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Published on October 17, 2022
The cannabis and hemp-free drink shot is designed to take the hassle out of enjoying weed.
Nothing ruins a good session like fear. Going from awesome vibes with friends one moment to a paranoid bundle of nerves the next is a horrible time. It causes some people to avoid cannabis altogether.
Enter Anti-Toke, a new product that aims to get you high without the dreaded paranoia or anxiety that afflicts some people. If weed usually makes you anxious or worried about a possible negative reaction, this fast-acting agent could be the answer to help you stay grounded while flying high.
Anti-Toke is a 2-ounce cola-flavored drink — think of those energy boosters you see near the register — formulated to be fast-acting. It can be used either as a preventative measure prior to cannabis use or reactively as soon as signs of anxiety appear.
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The ready-to-drink Anti-Toke is designed to restore good vibes and save sessions. The THC and CBD-free shot won’t sober you up or pump you up on caffeine to counteract the effects of cannabis. It’s just for you, so you can enjoy your weed to the fullest without fear.
The good folks at Anti-Toke gave our team some samples to test and we’re dying to tell you what we experienced. But first, let’s take a look under the hood of Anti-Toke and see how it could help ease the worst of your cannabis-related fears.
A panacea for panic?
Anti-Toke is the brainchild of founder and inventor John Smerek, whose passion fuels the company. As a caregiver in the medicinal cannabis industry for a decade, John noticed a common denominator among his patients. While several patients used cannabis to relieve anxiety, others experienced plant-induced anxiety effects.
John is a strong believer in cannabis’ medicinal powers and hoped to extend its benefits to those who might avoid it for fear of cannabis-induced anxiety. He developed drug- and caffeine-free Anti-Toke to help anxiety sufferers enjoy the medicinal and recreational benefits of cannabis without the prohibitive emotional distress.
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“I was excited about our results from the start,” said John. “When I started sharing Anti-Toke with others [cannabis consumers] When I heard how it helped them calm down and make their sessions more comfortable, I knew I was on to something very special.”
So how does John’s creation work? Let’s talk about what happens inside your body when you get high. Cannabis affects the body’s endocannabinoid system, which helps keep the body balanced and maintain homeostasis. When you enjoy cannabis, you send messages to this system, resulting in all of the wonderful feelings we know and love.
Within the endocannabinoid system are two main receptors, CB1 and CB2. THC binds to CB1 receptors, producing the “tall” weed it’s famous for, while other cannabis compounds, like CBD and terpenes, affect receptor activity without binding. Overstimulating the receptors in the brain with THC can sometimes lead to unwanted effects like anxiety, stress, and paranoia.
“…I knew I was onto something very special.” – John Smerek
The hypothesis behind Anti-Toke is that this misalignment of receptors in our endocannabinoid system is at the root of the cannabis-induced anxiety some people experience when they get high. Anti-Toke uses a proprietary blend of naturally occurring ingredients to restore balance and alleviate that anxiety.
Terpenes, functional amino acids, nootropics, vitamins and minerals have been selected to increase the level of CB2 interaction and realign it with the CB1 receptor. This dream team of ingredients simultaneously interacts with the brain, central nervous system, and other aspects of the endocannabinoid system. The intent is to quickly reduce anxiety if taken during an anxiety episode, or prevent anxiety from occurring in the first place if taken before a session begins.
Anti toke in your pocket
As you might have guessed, this Leafly writing team has a pretty positive relationship with cannabis. But that doesn’t mean every session is devoid of moments of cannabis-induced anxiety. So we were excited to try Anti-Toke and test a new potential cure for anxious moments.
Thanks to Anti-Toke, she was able to enjoy cannabis with her friends for the first time in 20 years.
The shot has a delicious cola flavor and went down smoothly – no spoonful of sugar needed. We are happy to report that our team experienced no symptoms of anxiety or paranoia after consuming Anti-Toke 15 minutes before a session. Even after a full bowl of high-THC Durban Poison and a particularly panic-inducing horror movie, our writers were relaxed and fearless. Importantly, we still felt high – quite high in this particular test. This is because Anti-Toke does not counteract the intoxicating effects of your buds.
It’s not just us. There are dozens of testimonials about how Anti-Toke pulled off the trick for cannabis users. A woman who met John at the convention came back to tell him personally that thanks to Anti-Toke, she was able to enjoy cannabis with her friends for the first time in 20 years.
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That’s at the heart of Anti-Toke, a cannabis companion designed to enable more people to consume and share the plant – medicinally or recreationally – without the stress. Having it handy could be just the peace of mind you need to enjoy weed the way you want.
You can try Anti-Toke for yourself for just $3.99. Anti-Toke is THC and CBD free, meaning it’s legal in all 50 states and Canada. You can also stock up on packs of six and twelve to make sure you’re prepared for a while or for a meet-up with friends.
To learn more about Anti-Toke or their new non-cannabis specific product Lotus, follow them on Facebook or Instagram. You can also find more details about Anti-Toke’s formula and check out the testimonials on their website.
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