Safe Cannabis Consumption: A Guide for Passion Farms Users

Cannabis can be an exhilarating exploration, but it is essential to understand how to use the flower, vapes, concentrates, and edibles safely. At Passion Farms, we want to empower our users with the knowledge to consume cannabis responsibly. In this guide, we would like to share important tips about cannabis safety that will help you have a pleasant and controlled experience no matter how you choose to consume cannabis. 

Cannabis Flower Dosing: Start low, go slow

Cannabis flower consumption offers a direct and immediate experience. However, knowing how to properly dose cannabis flower is vital, in order to avoid an accidental over-consumption. The effects of inhaled cannabis are felt in just a few minutes, peaking within 10-30 minutes and lasting for 1-3 hours. 

• Start with a small amount: If you are a new user, start with a puff or two of a joint, pipe, or bong and wait 15-30 minutes to feel the effects before taking more. 

• Understand the THC content: The potency of flowers can differ significantly, so check the THC percentage, if marked and labeled. For beginning users, it is recommended to consume strains with the lowest THC content. 

• Pace yourself: Do not feel pressured to consume cannabis quickly and take a few deep breaths with your inhales. 

• Be in a safe space: Especially for the first few experiences, try and be in a comfortable and familiar place. 

How to Vape Weed Safely: Precision and Purity

Vaping cannabis is defined by heating the flower or concentrate to a temperature that is hot enough to vaporize the cannabinoids without burning them. This can deliver a smoother experience compared to smoking your cannabis. When it comes to learning how to vape weed safely, there are a few things to keep in mind: 

• Reputable devices and products: Buy any vape pens, cartridges, and concentrates from reputable licensed dispensaries (e.g., Passion Farms) to ensure you can feel confident in the safety of the device, the cannabis quality and any concentrates. 

• Adjust the temperature settings: If your vape device has adjustable temperature setting options, consider starting with lower temperatures (say, around 160-180 °C) and increase the temperature once you have tried to experience it. Additionally, lower temperatures preserve the terpenes for taste and experience, and minimize the potential for harmful by-products.

• Inhale slowly: Take slow draws that are controlled – Using these devices to vape cannabis might also deliver you a fairly strong dose rather quickly, so be careful.

• Signs of irritation: If you become aware of coughing or irritating in your throat, then you might want to monitor that inhalation strength you are taking on those devices or the cannabis product. 

THC Concentrates Safety Tips: Be Aware of Potency

Cannabis concentrates, including wax, shatter and oils, are very potent forms of cannabis. Concentrates contain much higher levels of THC when compared to flowers. Therefore THC concentrates safety tips are even more critical:

• Start with an extremely small dab: Even if you’re experienced, you should definitely start with a small amount no bigger than a grain of rice. The effects can be powerful and onset rapidly.

• Use the right tools: Dabbing requires specialized equipment (dab rigs). Make sure the pieces of equipment are clean and working properly.

• Be mindful of the onset: The effects of concentrates are nearly immediate, which can be overwhelming if you are not expecting it. Make sure you clear your schedule and are in a safe environment.

• Do not mix them with other substances: Do not combine the use of concentrates with alcohol or other drugs as their effects and risks can be amplified.

THC Edibles Safety Tips: The Delayed Effect

Cannabis edibles provide a discreet and smoke-free way of consuming cannabis, but require special consideration when thinking about some THC edibles safety tips as it has delayed onset and prolonged effects. Effects may take 30 minutes to 2 hours to take effect, and effects may last much longer.

• Read the label: First, pay attention to the amount of THC contained in each serving. Edibles are often measured in milligrams (mg).

• Start low: For beginner THC edible use, a reasonable recommendation is 2.5mg-5mg of THC. Wait at least 2 hours before consuming more.

• Have patience: Do not take more if you do not feel the effects immediately. Delayed onset is a common cause of accidental overconsumption.

• Store children and animal safe: Keep edibles in their original, child-resistant packages and always clearly labeled, and out of reach from children/pets, as can often look like the candies/bakery goods they are.

• Avoid Eating on an Empty Stomach: Eating edibles on an empty stomach can lead to more intense, rapid effects.

General Cannabis Safety Guidelines for All Consumption Methods

Regardless of how you choose to consume cannabis, or if you experiment with several methods certainly the following general cannabis safety guidelines will apply:

• Know your limits: Every person’s tolerance level to cannabis is different so know how cannabis affects you.

• Stay hydrated: Hydrate sufficiently with water before, during and after consuming cannabis.

• Do not drive or operate machinery: Cannabis can impair judgment and reaction times. Leave yourself time to arrange alternate transport.

• Store securely: Cannabis products must be stored in a safe and accessible place. Separate from kids and pets.

• Check with your healthcare provider: If you have any underlying medical conditions or if you take any medications, check with your doctor before using cannabis. 

Your well-being is our priority at Passion Farms, and we hope that by following some general guidelines for safe cannabis consumption, that you may enjoy the benefits of using cannabis in a responsible and safer manner.

If you would like more information on our cannabis-approved products or responsible cannabis use, please contact us today. Our customers are our priority and helping customers provide the education and quality products for a safe and enjoyable experience.