For those who prefer to consume their cannabis without smoking it, edibles are an excellent option. CBD edibles aren’t just infused brownies anymore, they include tinctures, beverages, food items and candies. The iterations of edibles are changing all the time as more and more innovation and technology surfaces, pushing the boundaries and sparking new ideas. From fried chicken to gummies to lozenges, there are a lot of options to suit just about every taste. If you’re wondering how long it takes for your choice of edible to kick in and its benefits, let’s take a look.
1. Long Lasting
Edibles tend to have a longer lasting effect on the body once they kick in. This can take anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes or as long as your body takes to digest and metabolize it. Even though it will take a while to kick in, many users say that it is well worth the wait. Edibles tend to offer longer lasting effects that can last up to four hours, maybe even longer in some individuals. And because your body is digesting the CBD, your whole body experiences it differently as digestion involves nutrient absorption through the bloodstream.
2. Improve Your Mood
If you’re looking for a fun and tasty way to uplift your mood, this is it. CBD is a well known relaxant and is considered a mild antidepressant. An improved mood is one of many happy side effects you can look forward to by making edibles part of your health regimen. Think of edibles as a fun and healthy “medicine” that helps your mind and body better weather the stress of living and ease some of the discomforts of life.
3. Pairings
One of the great things about edibles is that you can usually pair them with anything. Eat whatever you want to eat or drink with your edible of choice. Many prescription medications can even be safely paired with CBD edibles. Some studies have shown that higher doses of CBD intensify the effects of pharmaceutical drugs, requiring the reduction of the prescription dosage.
4. Health Boost
Because all mammals have an endocannabinoid system, all mammals can benefit from CBD. Many CBD users report feeling an overall boost to their health, citing improved sleep, decreased stress, decreased inflammation and more. And because you’re not smoking the CBD, you’re doing your lungs a favor because rolling papers and vaping are not lung-friendly. And one of the best things is that there are very few negative side effects associated with CBD edibles.
Although all edibles have to be digested and metabolized before kicking in, your body is the deciding factor for how long it takes for the effects of an CBD edible to kick in. Smoking CBD delivers results in minutes, but doesn’t last as long as edibles, but digesting it allows for a more sustained effect.