Almost every cannabis user has gotten high and experienced the intense desire to consume every edible item currently residing in their fridge. This experience is often referred to as "the munchies." And there’s no time to talk about the munchies like right before a major sugar high overtakes most of the United States.
While CBG can’t be used to grow organs (as far as we know), early research has suggested it might one day be useful for a number of conditions: from chronic pain to neuroprotection, treatment of anxiety and depression, to potentially, some forms of cancer (Russo, 2017). Oh, and it’s also non-intoxicating.
Portland's cannabis market is saturated, making it difficult to choose the right product, especially with the confusion surrounding strain names. Despite popular expectations, not all strains are consistent, and the names can be misleading, often lacking genetic accuracy. This results in a market full of variety but also misinformation, leaving consumers uncertain about what they're actually getting unless it's genetically certified.
Let's keep it 100: cannabis has side effects. Yes, you can do too much weed. No, it can’t kill you. But overdoing it on THC can lead to a pretty uncomfortable experience. Whether it’s from a strong edible, an extra puff, or a dosing mistake, the following tips will help you manage and de-escalate an overwhelming high.