• idefix@sh.itjust.works
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    12 hours ago

    Why are edibles illegal if smoking is legal?

    I thought edibles were far healthier (and they don’t smell awful), am I mistaken?

    • WeirdGoesPro@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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      2 hours ago

      Edibles cause the body to metabolize 11-hydroxy-THC in the liver, which does not happen when weed is smoked. Due to this, edibles can be stronger than smoked weed, and they can be overwhelming even for experienced stoners.

      It is a common rookie mistake to think the brownie sounds friendlier than the joint—any novice pothead should consider smoking or vapes for controllable and predictable dosing, while edibles are better suited for the ride or die heads who have experience with surfing high levels of intoxication.

      Neither one will kill you, both should be legal.