DELTA-8 Gummy Experience

[honorentheos]

Never tried edibles.* My first experiences were secondhand highs at concerts or, oddly, from being a naïve missionary who didn't know the person smoking in the apartment was smoking weed. They were friendly highs, mellow, and usually in a context that added a bump to an already good experience.

I've purchased and smoked weed with intention once which I talked about on the board. It was alright. But I never did it again primarily because I have federal contracts. It isn't worth it and as much as I don't mind it, I don't need it. I've had a few instances of comparable euphoric feelings while meditating with breathing exercises and I view that as good for now. But I don't see anything wrong with those who use it for whatever reasons. Probably better than alcohol, or no worse anyway.

* ETA: actually I guess my very first experience would be classified as consumable. Second month or so in the mission field a seeker-type offered tea from his garden. We were almost expected to ask for herbal teas in our mission as tea was pervasive and it was a way to avoid being served black tea. Best tea and best discussion I'd had to that point...

ETA2: On reflection, I think my one time smoking it was more reflective of my meditative practice as I already associated that with an altered mental state when achieving a peak experience. That's something I hadn't thought about until now. Interesting.

[Doctor Steuss]

I've never had any hemp-synthesized delta-8 stuff, but one of my stoner friends prefers it over pot. Says he can actually "function" in society while high from it.

I'd echo this though, from Cam:

I do think with your wife’s health issues it might be worth it if it gives her relief from any physical discomforts.

I have a myriad of problems with my back (mostly genetic, but some from lifting). Degenerative discs, stenosis, herniations, calcification, etc., etc., and all of the nerve problems that come with it. CBD, and THC have been godsends. There was one particularly painful herniation (it had fully spilled out, filled up the canal, and migrated all the way down to the disc below) that not even liquid morphine did anything for. THC literally saved my life... as there was a moment where death seemed like the only viable outcome awaiting surgery.

Not sure on legality in your area of the "real" thing, but if she's looking for pain relief and sleep, for me personally (everyone is a little different though), Indica is the way to go. Hybrids also. Sativa I don't seem to get the same pain relief from (and makes my brain forget how to act -- generally avoid unless it's the only option, and Tylenol/NSAID/methocarbamol aren't cutting it).

[Moksha]

I have a myriad of problems with my back (mostly genetic, but some from lifting). Degenerative discs, stenosis, herniations, calcification, etc., etc., and all of the nerve problems that come with it. CBD, and THC have been godsends. There was one particularly painful herniation (it had fully spilled out, filled up the canal, and migrated all the way down to the disc below) that not even liquid morphine did anything for. THC literally saved my life... as there was a moment where death seemed like the only viable outcome awaiting surgery.

Not sure on legality in your area of the "real" thing, but if she's looking for pain relief and sleep, for me personally (everyone is a little different though), Indica is the way to go. Hybrids also. Sativa I don't seem to get the same pain relief from (and makes my brain forget how to act -- generally avoid unless it's the only option, and Tylenol/NSAID/methocarbamol aren't cutting it).

I have thought about cannabis ingestibles due to old-age pains. Does anyone know what types of this are legal in Utah?

[Some Schmo]

I find the highs from smoking and eating pot to be completely different. The high I get from smoking is located mostly in my head and seems somehow superficial. The high I get from eating pot happens in my whole body and is more profound.

But I would echo what others have said in that pot simply isn't for everyone. My wife hates being high from it, but likes a quick hit off a vape just before bed and is asleep before she feels anything.

I'll just say for me, some of the best problem solving I've done in my life I attribute to being mentally uninhibited via cannabis (assuming it was a good sativa - indica mostly makes me want to sleep). THC stabilizes my mood, makes me far more compassionate, and helps deal with pain. It also helps with my coordination as it seems to settle my nerves. And honestly, my greatest bursts of creative energy are pot-induced. I've written a couple of novels and several short stories high.

That's not to say it doesn't come with drawbacks. Everything health related with inhaling smoke particulates isn't fun (which is why I don't smoke nearly as much and prefer to ingest it). Also, my memory is horrendous compared to what it used to be. I suppose these are trade-offs I've come to accept as part of the bargain.

So, I have a couple reactions to your story, Veritas. One is that it's not surprising what you experienced (I've heard many people describe similar experiences). It could have been one of a few things:
- you took too much your first time
- you weren't in a "conducive" mood at the time
- pot just isn't for you (your body might take to alcohol, maybe, or codeine)

The other reaction is thinking to suggest you might try a smaller amount, and just smoke it. One puff. See what happens. Like I said, it's a very different feeling after smoking than when you eat it. If you still don't like it, I'm guessing your body type kind of rejects it.

[Some Schmo]

by the way, I just reread the thread title, and I have to include the caveat that I've never tried (or even heard of) DELTA-8 Gummies. I only use cannabis flower (for smoking or cooking).

[Doctor Steuss]

I have thought about cannabis ingestibles due to old-age pains. Does anyone know what types of this are legal in Utah?

The only 100% legal option would be CBD. The scheduling of drugs in the US is a little different than a lot of other places, in that it generally names a specific compound/drug, leaving all of analogues, salts, etc. in a legal gray area. Delta-8 (currently) sort of falls in that gray area, but that doesn't guarantee that if you are caught with some, a cop will cut you loose, or a DA won't try to bring charges.

With CBD though, you kind of run into the problem that most supplements run into (thanks, ironically, to Utah), that there isn't the type of quality testing or regulations you see elsewhere. Would likely be worth crossing state lines and buying CBD products directly from a dispensary, where it's been tested for quantity/purity.

Think of CBD as a natural Ibuprofen alternative, without the risk of intestinal bleeding.

[Moksha]

Think of CBD as a natural Ibuprofen alternative, without the risk of intestinal bleeding.

Is it also kidney friendly? Ibuprofen was my wonder drug until it made my kidney enzyme levels go haywire.

Would likely be worth crossing state lines and buying CBD products directly from a dispensary, where it's been tested for quantity/purity.

Church politics does not make for the best medical care, but they are big-time in homeopathy and multi-level marketing of unproven remedies.

[Doctor Steuss]

Think of CBD as a natural Ibuprofen alternative, without the risk of intestinal bleeding.

Is it also kidney friendly? Ibuprofen was my wonder drug until it made my kidney enzyme levels go haywire.

Yup, kidney friendly. Assuming it was manufactured in a way that didn't introduce heavy metals, or something funky (refer back to the wild west of supplement industry).

If I remember correctly, there was an animal study a short time back about CBD showing promise at helping prevent kidney deterioration during chemotherapy (I think it was chemo... might have been another drug regimen).

[Bret Ripley]

If I remember correctly, there was an animal study a short time back ...

I think I may have read about that -- it was an in-depth study of the effects of cannabis on seabirds. They left no tern unstoned.

[High Spy]

Of course, with the time skipping, I can never remember what it was that I found funny five minutes before.

Posting words online prevents this.

Funny, but not Profound.

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