FINDING THE RIGHT THC DOSE FOR YOU
I love CBD products, but when it comes to falling and staying asleep, CBD alone just doesn’t cut it for me. I have no interest in using cannabis products recreationally, so I’ll admit I was nervous to try products with THC in them. Figuring out which products and dosage helps me get restful sleep without waking up groggy the next morning did take some time… but now I’m getting the most restful sleep I’ve ever gotten! (And I’m recovering from my workouts more efficiently because of it.)
To successfully add cannabis to our wellness regimen, we need to find the best dose for our body. When THC is present and we’re not interested in feeling the “high”, it’s wise to “start low and go slow” until we find our body’s “lowest effective dose”.
The lowest effective dose of THC is the dosage that maximizes the benefits of the cannabis plant while minimizing the unwanted effects - like getting high. Because every person’s lowest effective dose is unique, it takes some patience to figure out which products and what dosage will ultimately give you the effect you desire.
In this awesome Weedmaps article, they break down how THC is labeled on different kinds of products.
FLOWER AND VAPES are labeled with the % of THC present.
10% or less: mild
10-20%: moderate
20% or more: strong even for seasoned users
For people who are interested in the health benefits of cannabis though, most beginners lean toward edibles and tinctures.
EDIBLES AND TINCTURES are labeled with the mg of THC present.
Ideally, beginners should ingest just 1mg.
Observe the effects for at least 24hrs.
Gradually increase the dose 1mg at a time until the desired effect is achieved.
So it’s important for beginners to keep in mind that edibles like gummies and chocolates are usually 5 or 10mg of THC per piece. With tinctures, it’s much easier to control dosages under 5mg.
It’s also important to remember that every person will respond differently to various products, strains and methods of consumption because each person’s endocannabinoid system is incredibly unique. One person may only need to consume 5mg of THC and another may need to consume 20mg to experience the same effects. If you’re sensitive to THC, you’ll find your lowest effective dose fairly quickly, but if you’re not sensitive to THC, it will take a while to build up to it.
Figuring out your body’s lowest effective dose takes some experimenting, but once you figure it out you’ll be happy you took the time!
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