Expert Tips on Edibles
Updated: January 01, 2025
Industry experts estimate that 79% of our population lives in a county with at least one dispensary. With the gradual increase in the number of states approving medical and recreational cannabis purchases, there’s also been a steady rise in the number of adults 21+ exploring the virtues of flower, prerolls, vape pens, and dabs. Consumers looking for a more discreet way to experience the best of what mother nature has to offer tend to prefer THC-infused edibles.
Whether you’ve been smoking (or vaping) cannabis for years or browsing our chiller menu for the first time, the weed experts at The Superior Dispensary are committed to ensuring that your first experience with edibles is uplifting and positive.
Once you know the significant differences between the effects of inhalation and ingestion, it’s easy to understand why we’re providing the following tips to help ensure optimal enjoyment and overall safety. It’s a joint effort.
How to Enjoy Edibles?
With inhalation, the delta 9 THC in cannabis impacts your system within minutes and dissipates within hours. When enjoying THC-infused edibles, digestive processes convert delta 9 THC to 11-hydroxy THC, a metabolite that hits harder and lasts longer. With that in mind, most experts recommend starting with a partial serving (2.5-5mg edible dosage) when enjoying any THC-infused treat for the first time.
Be Patient with THC Edibles
With edibles, it can take up to an hour (or more) for the THC to begin circulating in your bloodstream. That’s why Superior budtenders generally recommend waiting at least 45 – 90 minutes after enjoying a partial edible dosage of any new-to-you product before deciding if you want more. Recognizing the need to be patient reduces the risk of overconsumption and an overwhelming first experience.
Read Product Labels
Product manufacturers specify the total amount of THC in their packaged edibles and the number of THC dosages per package. Many also specify the type of cannabis used because sativa, indica, and hybrid strains are known for having different effects. Having an ingredient list on product labels also ensures that people with allergies, sensitivities, or dietary preferences know which edibles they can consume safely and which to avoid.
Stay Hydrated When Consuming Cannabis
In Arizona, staying hydrated is essential. Although there’s no evidence supporting assertions that cannabis consumers need more fluids, THC does bind with the receptors regulating the flow of saliva – which can make your mouth uncomfortably dry. Drinking plenty of water before, during, and after enjoying your edible dosage will help keep you from feeling dehydrated.
Know the Cannabis Law Where You Are
With several exceptions noted for people with state-issued medical cards, Arizona cannabis laws prohibit public consumption. Driving, flying, or boating under the influence of THC are offenses that can result in license suspension, fines, probation, and/or jail time. Your Superior budtender will help ensure you don’t exceed state purchasing and possession limits and answer any questions you might have about enjoying your edibles in a safe, privately owned location.
For a Premium Selection of Edibles in West Phoenix, visit The Superior Dispensary
The THC in cannabis edibles takes longer to make its presence known, but their effects tend to hit harder and last longer. Although individual results can vary, most consumers can expect the impact of an edible high to last 6-8 hours. Edible enthusiasts with high expectations in West Phoenix love shopping at The Superior Dispensary on South 57th Drive near Toleson & Levine.
When you visit The Superior Dispensary in Phoenix, you can expect a world-class shopping experience, exceptional service, reasonable prices, and access to the best lab-tested medical and recreational edibles in our state. Our impressive menu features an expertly curated selection of baked goods, gummies, syrups, elixirs, and candies by Mello Vibes, Amy & Al’s Edibles, WYLD, and other in-demand brands.
If you have questions about enjoying edibles we haven’t answered, call (602) 610-4316 or submit a contact form.
*The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by FDA-approved research. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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