About to Use Weed for the First Time? 9 Tips from a Cannabis Journalist

In reality, cannabis’s effects fall along a spectrum.

This can be a little nerve-wracking if you’re new to cannabis, but there’s room to lean into this subjectivity.

This is basically shorthand for the former causing a euphoric body high and the latter producing a more energetic and cerebral high, among other effects.

“We are lucky in that the aromatic and flavorful elements of cannabis, the terpenes, play a large role in the effects.

The dank, gassy scents of a classic OG Kush tell you that it’s going to be strong and soothing,” she says.

Generally, edibles made with live resin tend to produce stronger effects.

For your first time, aim for a dose of 5 milligrams or less .

“The key is dose.

“It’s not about strains or CBD ratios.

“Your cannabis specialist should be very specific about what to take and how much.

“Secondly, I’d want to examine other consumption methods,” Chasen says.

“Make sure you are in a comfortable space with people you feel safe with,” she says.

“The best advice if you do get too much is to relax with the support of your special people, watch some lighthearted TV, and go to sleep.

“Yes, too much THC may make you feel incredibly anxious and paranoid.

She is a regular contributor to Forbes, where she covers cannabis, and her work can also be found in the San Diego Union-Tribune, Sierra, WeedWeek, Afar, Playboy, and many others.

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