Most Baby Boomers were first exposed to marijuana back when it was totally illegal and the major way to consume it was by smoking it. Today, as recreational marijuana is legalized in more and more states, there has also been an explosion in edibles, new-found ways to consume what we used to call pot and the kids call weed.
What you should know is that medical experts say smoking anything is not really good for you (as vaping hipsters are finding out). But if you decide to go with gummies or other edibles, be aware of a few things.
Dosage: Back when the joint was king, the effects were almost instantaneous. Thus, we usually knew how many tokes would put us “over the line,” to coin a phrase. With gummies, it can take one to two hours before you begin the feel the effects. This can increase the risk of overconsumption, which can lead to increased heart palpitations, anxiety, and other unwanted symptoms (as opposed to the ones you want).
Duration: If you remember partaking in “magic brownies” back in the day, you should also remember that the high from edibles lasts longer than from a joint. Smoking typically produces a 2-to4-hour high. The effects of edibles can last from 6 to 8 hours. So, plan your activities for that time period accordingly.
Oh, and when you get the munchies, consuming more gummies is probably not going to solve that problem.
