Thanks to the world evolving, there are so many different ways that you can consume cannabis and the cannabinoids present in it. Such as vaping, and consuming tinctures or edibles. Edibles are one of the most popular and common products that contain cannabinoids in them.

However, there are some people who are still hesitant to give edibles a try, and they have many doubts about them. With the help of our blog, all of those doubts can be cleared. This is because, in today’s blog, we’re going to talk about edibles, how they work, what effects they produce, and what benefits they have to offer.

What Are Edibles & How Do They Work?

As mentioned before, edibles are one of the most popular products. They refer to food products that contain or are infused with different cannabinoids that are extracted from cannabis or hemp. These edibles are divided into two categories, which are suck and chew. The food products that come under the suck category include lollipops, lozenges, gums, etc.

The way these products are consumed involves sublingual absorption, a process in which the juices of products are absorbed by the mucous membranes in our tongue. This also allows the cannabinoid present in the products to enter your bloodstream easily and activate its effects after traveling to your brain. It usually takes about 15-30 minutes for the effects to kick in, and they last for about 3- 5 hours depending on the cannabinoid present in the edibles.

The food products that come under the chew category, include gummies, chocolate, brownies, cookies, and other baked goods. These food products usually take about 45 minutes to an hour for the effects to kick in. This is because when you consume an edible product such as a gummy or chocolate, it travels to your stomach and gets digested first. After it’s been digested the cannabinoid present in the edible can enter your bloodstream and activate its effects, which last for about 6-8 hours depending on the type of cannabinoid that the edible is carrying.

What Are The Benefits Of Edibles?

There are many benefits that edibles have to offer. Some of those benefits include:

• Easy To Consume

Many people prefer to consume edibles over other cannabinoid products. This is because edibles have a relatively easy consumption method. You just have to pop one or two in your mouth and wait for their effects to kick in. It’s also perfect for people who aren’t a fan of vaping or consuming tinctures.

• Produce Long Lasting Effects

Another benefit that edibles have to offer is that they can produce effects that last for long periods of time depending on the type of cannabinoid that the edible carries. However, keep in mind that it might take some time for you to feel the effects of the edible, but as long as you’re patient, the result will not disappoint you.

• Taste Great

The best part about edibles is that they taste great. You can not only find various types of edibles, but you can find them in various different and unique flavors that taste great and entice your taste buds.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can Edibles Be Left Outside?

It’s important that you don’t leave your edibles outside, as exposure to heat and light can affect the shelf life of the edibles in a negative way, and cause it to decrease. The edibles will also expire and degrade at a faster pace because they’re exposed to germs and bacteria.  

• What Is The Shelf Life Of Edibles?

Most edibles have a shelf life of about 1-2 years. However, it depends on how they’re stored in the right place, with the right temperatures, and it also depends on the cannabinoids present in the edibles. If the edibles are stored properly, then their shelf life can be preserved, but if they’re not stored properly, then their shelf life can decrease. 

• How Long Do Delta 8 Edibles Stay In Your System?

The amount of time that Delta 8 edibles can stay in your system, depends on the amount that you’re consuming, as well as how frequently you consume the edibles. The Delta 8 edibles can stay in your system for a whole month if you consume them on a daily basis in large dosages. However, if you consume small dosages once or twice a week, then they will only stay in your system for a week or less. 

• Can Edibles Be Consumed Any Time?

There isn’t a fixed time for when you can consume your edibles. However, it can also depend on the type of cannabinoid present in the edibles. Some cannabinoid edibles produce the best effects when taken at night time while others produce good effects when they’re eaten during the day time. 

• What Is The Best Way To Store Edibles?

When you’re about to store your edibles, you should always make sure to place them inside air-tight containers so that there are fewer chances of any germs or bacteria crawling into the products and spoiling them. After that, it’s best to store your edibles inside a cool, dark, and dry place that prevents your edibles from getting exposed to heat and light.

The Final Verdict – How To Find Good Quality Edibles?

It may sound very easy to get a hold of good quality edibles, but you’ll be surprised to know that there have been many cases where people have purchased edibles that don’t work at all or they taste weird because they’ve expired. The reason for this is that it’s not easy to find brands or stores that are trustworthy enough to provide you with good quality edibles. If you want to be able to get your hands on those edibles or find a reliable brand, then you need to keep some tips in mind.

Those tips include checking if a brand owns a COA before purchasing their products, this is because a COA (Certificate Of Analysis) contains important information about the products of a brand and helps you know what type of ingredients are present in the products. It’s also important that you find out about the reputation of a brand before purchasing its edibles.