- July 26, 2024
Microdosing Cannabis: How Small Doses Make a Big Impact
Microdosing has become something of a buzzword lately. It’s a popular way to experience the benefits of mushrooms without the unwanted psychedelic side effects, but it’s a technique that has benefits way beyond fungus. Ready to know more? Let’s unpack the hows and the whys of microdosing cannabis.
“Microdosing” refers to taking a very small dose of something, often potent substances like psychedelics. With many strong medications, the best course of action is to take the smallest possible effective dose. This helps to reduce the unwanted effects of the medication while still receiving the benefits. The same principle applies to cannabis.
How Do You Microdose Cannabis?
This technique is perfect for relieving stress or pain or improving focus while avoiding the “high” sensation, paranoia, lethargy, and other unwanted effects. As with any new cannabis product, the rule of thumb is to start low and go slow. This allows you to maintain control over the effects of what you’re taking; when you reach your personal threshold, it’s easy to back off a little.
It’s usually recommended to use a tincture or oil, but vape pens can also offer a large amount of control over how much cannabis you’re consuming at one time. Vaping also has the advantage of producing a relatively quick effect, so you can gauge whether you’re on the right track very quickly.
Start with a single, short puff and see how you go. Increase your dosage over a few days, stopping when you feel an improvement in your general well-being. You can also use this method for traditional rolled flower, but be aware that it’s much less precise.
The Benefits of Microdosing
Once you’ve heard about microdosing CBD and cannabis, you might ask yourself, “But why?” Simply put, taking a very small amount of your favorite strain allows you to reap its benefits throughout your daily life without the more disruptive or leisure-time-oriented effects.
Once you find the routine that’s right for you, you’ll be able to feel the benefits. Cannabis has been shown to ease anxiety and stress, especially in low-THC variants.* It’s also used for pain management – it’s been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects – and as a mood booster.* Some say that taking a low dose helps them to focus, leading researchers to study its relationship with the release of dopamine in the brain.
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.
