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Today, almost any food or drink can be infused with cannabis, and edibles make for a creative, sometimes potent, and tasty way of enjoying the plant. And since edibles are digested, they are known to produce harder-hitting and longer-lasting effects compared to other methods of delivery and dosing. But how long do edible effects truly last?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Edibles are a smokeless and convenient way to consume cannabinoids, so it's no surprise they've become increasingly popular over recent years. Below, learn more about the effects of edibles and what factors contribute to the duration and strength of an edible high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are cannabis edibles?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cannabis edibles are foods and beverages infused with cannabis<\/a>, ranging from the classic pot <\/a>brownie<\/a> \u2014 or \"happy brownie\" \u2014 to medicated gummies, chocolate, tea, coffee, cooking oils, mints, soda, syrup, and so much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Edibles are an excellent method of cannabis consumption for those who prefer a highly potent, long-lasting, smokeless, and flavorful method of dosing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The difference between taking an edible and smoking or vaping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Compared to inhalation methods like smoking and vaping<\/a>, an edible high generally has a slower onset, lasts significantly longer, and could potentially feel more intense and euphoric. The delayed onset happens because your stomach, intestines, and liver need time to break down and metabolize the food before the cannabinoids can make their way into your bloodstream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When THC finally makes its way through your digestive system, it's converted into a different molecular form called 11-hydroxy-THC. This form of THC more readily crosses the blood-brain barrier<\/a>, and people report that edibles produce more potent effects<\/a> than other consumption methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The presence of fat can also increase the bioavailability of cannabinoids<\/a>, offering another reason why an edible containing fat may produce a stronger and more intense experience compared to smoking or vaping. And while the effects of smoking or vaping typically dissipate within 1 - 4 hours, the effects of edibles can last upwards of three times as long<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How long do edible effects take to kick in?<\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t\t
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