Microdosing cannabis has really caught on as a unique way to consume it – especially considering the many awesome benefits and top-notch products out there just for this therapeutic form of use. Men and women of all ages are exploring how to microdose cannabis for the therapeutic and restorative element it can have in your wellness routine.
Many beginner consumers or even those seeking a more holistic daily wellness style have found consuming cannabis as a microdose to provide many overall benefits to the mind and body – all without the high THC percentages and overwhelming high!
Understanding the numerous advantages of incorporating a microdose into your daily wellness routine may pique your curiosity to explore our recreational dispensary’s wide range of cannabis microdose products. But first, let’s delve into the science and benefits of microdosing cannabis.
Microdosing Cannabis 101
In general, microdosing means consuming a very small amount of a drug or substance to test the benefit from its physiological action while minimizing any intense high effects.
When it comes to cannabis, a microdose is usually far below the standard dosage of potent cannabinoids, ranging around 1-2.5mg of THC (or CBD, or whichever cannabinoid the product contains). Of course, a microdose for one person may differ for another based on tolerance and other various factors. In all, it’s about finding a dose that allows you to harness all the beneficial properties of cannabinoids to find a harmonious balance, without feeling high or compromising your comfort in the process.
When you microdose cannabis, you’re able to enjoy the many properties of the plant, while still continuing to function like normal (if not better) throughout your day.
The Science Behind Cannabis Microdosing
Before examining the potential wellness benefits different cannabis products provide, it’s important to understand the crucial relationship and interaction cannabis plays within our bodies.
The endocannabinoid system is a system (ECS) in our bodies that’s composed of receptors and cells sending signals and responses throughout the body. These receptors and neurotransmitters engage with other body systems (such as the nervous, central, and respiratory systems), to regulate overall balance and homeostasis. The ECS influences factors like mood, appetite, sleep, and immune responses. When cannabis is added into the mix, both cannabinoids and endocannabinoids interact to play out a symphonic harmony.
When you consume cannabis – whether by smoking, vaping, or eating edibles – cannabinoids like THC and CBD enter the scene. These cannabinoids sync with the ECS receptors – CB1 (found within the brain) and CB2 (scattered throughout our bodies). When absorbed and consumed, each cannabinoid will have a specific interaction with these receptors, sending specific, unique, and engaging signals and effects.
Whether it’s for managing pain after a long workout, or to ease your nerves for a busy work day, microdosing allows you to tap into the beneficial elements of cannabis without experiencing the strong high effect.
What are the Wellness Benefits of Microdosing Cannabis?
Considering the vast amount of therapeutic and physiological benefits of the plant, there are plenty of reasons why customers choose to microdose cannabis. For medical patients, prescribing in smaller amounts throughout the day is more efficient than an overwhelming large dose. For recreational or casual consumers, microdosing cannabis can enhance your everyday mental and physical relief.
Pain & Inflammation
With the promising potential cannabis has shown to possibly alleviate inflammation or pain, microdosing can provide a similar and consistent solution to chronic pain relief. This is beneficial for those looking to alleviate pain throughout the day without the strong psychoactive effect of THC interrupting your daily workflow.
Stress & Anxiety
In larger doses, overwhelming anxiousness or paranoia can be influenced by cannabis. However, recent research shows that certain aromatic terpenes and cannabinoids induce more relaxing properties. When microdosing compounds like CBD, CBG, CBN, and THC, many have found stress levels to be reduced without the overwhelming sensation of too much THC. Sparking Creativity, Cognitive Focus & Sensory Perception
Many uplifting terpenes and cerebral forward strains have been known for sharpening focus and creative thinking. When microdosing, these cognitive functions are still enhanced from consuming cannabis but without the overwhelming high. Leaving you with clear thoughts and lifted out of that creative block!
Top Cannabis Products & Tips for Microdosing
On both our Haverhill and Lowell dispensary menus, you’ll find a large selection of top-name brands and microdose cannabis products. Check out some of our customer-favorite microdose products in Massachusetts:
1906 Genius Drops
An optimal blend of plant medicines, caffeine, and cannabis to help you tap into your most formidable mental powers. Made with 2.5mg of both THC & CBD for a balancing brain uplift. Available at both our Haverhill and Lowell dispensary!
Sweet Spot’s Hard Shell RSO Sativa Chocolates
Milly’s Sweet Spot Hard Shell Chocolates coat decadent chocolate in a crunchy outer shell. Sweet Spots offer consumers a lower dosage with a faster onset, making them perfect for cannabis users looking to start low and elevate into uplifting and energetic energy for the day. Shop the Sweet Spot now at Lowell or Haverhill.
Joy Bombs
It’s the microdose treat you’ve been waiting for! These candy-coated fruit chews are precisely dosed with a precise 2.5mg of pure THC distillate in each bite-sized piece, so you can micro-dose for days or munch the whole pouch for a 100mg adventure!
Perfect for sharing, try Sour Fruit Joy Bombs at our Lowell dispensary or taste the Original Fruit Chew Pack in Haverhill.
Treeworks Gentle Drops
As a 10:1 cannabis tincture primarily with CBD, Treeworks’ cannabis tincture will help you take the edge off without overdoing or overwhelming. Formulated with 900mg of CBD to 90mg of THC, this tincture is your ideal “anytime” companion when you need extra support. Shop the Treeworks tincture now in our Lowell or Haverhill store.
Access Your Own Microdose Experience with Full Harvest Moonz
The connection between cannabis and wellness is a long and winding road, microdosing can be an ideal way to navigate the plant’s wellness properties while still being in control of the high and experience. Microdosing cannabis can be beneficial for those who seek relief or relaxation from the plant and are looking for ways to incorporate it into their everyday life.
- Whether you’re new to cannabis in general or looking to change up your consumption routine, be sure to start slow and low with your cannabis dose until you find the right amount for you.
- Assess the effects and pay close attention to how your mind and body reacts during a microdose – keeping a journal or logging your experiences can always be helpful insight later on.
- Most importantly, speak to a medical professional to ensure cannabis microdosing is suitable for your medical needs before continuing any microdosing in the long term.
At both our Haverhill and Lowell dispensaries, there are plenty of ways to incorporate a cannabis microdose into your daily routine. No matter the flavor or product category you seek, stop by Full Harvest Moonz in Massachusetts to tap into your ideal microdose experience!