{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/smoke/8","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_7327-markdown","title":"I have never smoked or inhaled any substance. Is a vape beneficial for me to use?","slug":"i-have-never-smoked-or-inhaled-any-substance-is-a-vape-beneficial-for-me-to-use","content":"\n_____________________\nWe never encourage smoking but vaporization is not smoking.\nMark, one of the co-owners of hello M.D. did a fine video that addresses this issue and it is found in this section, the chat room, so please review the video and you will find vaporizing is a beneficial way to obtain your medicine.\nMost people have been exposed to vaporizers because they used to be quite common. We used to advise parents to humidify or vaporize the air and oftentimes medication was added to the vaporizer. The reason those vaporizers fell out of use was simply because parents would forget to clean the vaporizer allowing it to build up toxic substances but you don't have to worry about that with a sealed vapor cartridge.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7313-markdown","title":"Effects on sleep","slug":"effects-on-sleep","content":"\"Why do my dreams go away if I smoke cannabis daily for about a week? And then, why do they return so vividly if I take a tolerance break? \"\n_____________________\nAccording to an 2014 article on LeafScience.com, here is their answer to your question:\nMarijuana and REM Sleep\n\nThe brain is most active during REM sleep and most dreaming is thought to occur during this stage. Numerous studies have shown that using marijuana before bed reduces REM sleep. Researchers believe this is why marijuana users report fewer dreams.\n\nDuring the night, the brain cycles through 4 different stages of sleep, spending the most time in deep sleep (or slow-wave sleep) and REM sleep. The amount of time spent in these two stages is closely related. In fact, studies show that marijuana lengthens the time the brain spends in deep sleep, which leads to less REM sleep.\n\nIngesting THC or marijuana before bed also appears to reduce the density of rapid eye movements during REM sleep. Interestingly, less REM density has been linked to more restful sleep.\n\nMost studies on marijuana and REM sleep have looked at the effects of THC. However, other compounds in marijuana may interfere with THC’s effect on sleep. For example, CBD has been found to promote wakefulness compared to taking THC alone.\nWhat Happens When Quitting\n\nRegular users of cannabis experience an abnormal increase in REM sleep when use is stopped. This is called the REM rebound effect, which leads to longer and denser periods of REM sleep. The REM rebound explains why cannabis users often experience highly vivid dreaming when trying to quit.\n\nThe sleep disturbances that occur during cannabis withdrawal usually begin 24-72 hours after quitting and can persist for up to 6-7 weeks.\n\nInterestingly, the REM rebound is not unique to cannabis use. Other substances that interfere with sleep, such as alcohol and sleep medications, can cause REM rebound too. What’s more, people who are sleep deprived often undergo a rebound in non-REM sleep.\n\nThe rebound effect appears to be the body’s way of coping with being deprived of certain stages of sleep.\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7309-markdown","title":"Can shatter and crumble or any other concentrate be used sublingually like oil or do you HAVE to smoke?","slug":"can-shatter-and-crumble-or-any-other-concentrate-be-used-sublingually-like-oil-or-do-you-have-to-smoke","content":"\"Can shatter and crumble or any other concentrate be used sublingually like oil or do you HAVE to smoke it to have any effect?\"\n_____________________\nShatter and crumble can only be used orally if they have been decarboxylated first. If they have not gone through this process first then the THC will not have a psychoactive affect on you. This also goes for cannabis oil.\n\nHowever, shatter and crumble are not of a good consistency for sublingual absorption. You could do it, but it would be much more efficient to vaporize it on a pipe made for concentrates or in a vaporizer pen.\n\nryan","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7308-markdown","title":"Smoke or sublingual","slug":"smoke-or-sublingual","content":"\"Can shatter and crumble or any other concentrate be used sublingually like oil or do you HAVE to smoke it to have any effect?\"\n_____________________\nYou can use any concentrate including shatter, CO2 extracts, wax and others sublingually. Effect will be very similar to taking an edible, just remember concentrates are very potent and you want to start low and go slow :)\n\ndmitry","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7293-markdown","title":"Why do people vape marijuana instead of smoke it?","slug":"why-do-people-vape-marijuana-instead-of-smoke-it","content":"\"Seems easier and less expensive to just roll your own. What am I missing?\"\n_____________________\nActually, HelloMD.com website has a great videos on vaping if you search under \"videos\" and you may want to review the video for the reasons people would rather vape than smoke, eat or spray their cannabis. I highly recommend the video and the website contains a lot of educational information so you may want to become well educated in this beneficial medication.\n\ndrolson\n_____________________\nThere are several reasons why people choose to vape rather than smoke.  One is that when you vape you're not burning the plant matter of the cannabis (leaves, stems, etc.), which creates undesirable carcinogens. This results in a less abrasive and potentially less damaging ingestion method.  Another is discretion, as the odor released when exhaling vapor is much less noticeable than from smoked cannabis, not to mention that when smoking a joint flower is burning while you're not even smoking!  Vaporizing allows for much more regulated dosing with minimal unintended loss.  Finally, cannabis concentrates are much more potent that flower, so a little can go a long way.  Most flower is between 16-23% THC these days, but cannabis oil can range from 50% up into the 80% level, so you don't need as much product to get a higher dose.\n\nmichaelkatz\n_____________________\nTo cut down on the smell. The smell of the plant attracts attention, so when you vape marijuana, it cuts down the smell, but u get the effect you want.\n\nbuck1188","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7270-markdown","title":"I am using CBD oil through a pen for the first time...","slug":"i-am-using-cbd-oil-through-a-pen-for-the-first-time","content":"\"...the mouth piece is metal. I find when I cover the airholes and pull for the same amount of time, I get a considerabley bigger pull amd the oil level goes down A LOT faster. Is this bad for me or the proper way to use it? Am I smoking the metal if I do this?\"\n_____________________\nSo, the air comes in for two reasons: 1. to allow you to remove vapor from the cartridge  2. to cool down the coil during regular operation.\n\nThe device expects a certain amount of air to keep the coil cool and not overheat. If the cartridge overheats, you may start burning the internals and releasing harmful toxins. You may also break your cartridge.\n\nThere may be little risk here, but you really can't know as you did not build the cartridge yourself. You will get bigger hits this way, but the device was not designed to be supercharged.\n\nryan","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7191-markdown","title":"What dosage of Trokie lozenge should I take to help with my insomnia?","slug":"what-dosage-of-trokie-lozenge-should-i-take-to-help-with-my-insomnia","content":"\"I have not tried lozenges before, only smoked flower to help me fall asleep at night.  How much should I take for my first time?\"\n_____________________\nMost people sleep better with taking 15-30mg THC using either the 60mg or the 120mg lozenge. In addition, Trokie will soon be producing a CBD lozenge with melatonin, that will be helpful for sleep.\n\ndorea","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7148-markdown","title":"Why vape instead of smoke?","slug":"why-vape-instead-of-smoke","content":"\"Is it healthier? I use cannabis to help deal with my depression and PTSD. \"\n_____________________\nSmoking it reduces the concentration by about 40% and you are left with similar effects of smoking a cigarette; you're getting all the carcinogens ( I think thaya what its called) vaping or using a pen is not 100% safe but it is better for you. Or even edibles. They take a while to kick in but last longer.\n\nsheri420","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7095-markdown","title":"What kind of cannabis oil do you suggest for severe back pain? ","slug":"what-kind-of-cannabis-oil-do-you-suggest-for-severe-back-pain","content":"\"I have never smoked before. I was thinking of vaping. What type of oil do you suggest and where do I buy it?\"\n_____________________\nI'm sorry to hear about your pain. I would highly recommend our True OG or Grand Daddy Purple oil, available in cartridge or in All-in-One, to alleviate your pain, reduce inflammation and help you get a restful sleep, which we all know is one of the best medicines of all! Each of these strains is an Indica, and each has a cannabinoid and terpene profile that should provide relief for your condition.\n\nkenwvapes\n_____________________\nSince you've never smoked before vaping is a good solution. For your back pain, you'll want a high-THC strain: I might try Girl Scout Cookies from Kurvana. When you vape, try a 5-second pull on your pen, then give it 20 mins to gauge the effect.\r\n\r\nYou can also try capsules (or certain brands of edibles) in order to manage your dosing.  If you are going to try an edible or capsule, start with 5mg and wait 45 mins to an hour to feel the effect. \r\n\r\nBe Well!\n\nNick DeJesus\n_____________________\nI would definitely recommend vaping! Kurvana is my favorite brand and I second Niko there. G.S. Cookies is a hybrid and a good daytime/afternoon option for back pain. You may find more success with Kurvana's Banana Smoothie vaporizer, which is a 2:1 THC:CBD oil blend. I found the high very pleasant and the THC in combination with the CBD gave me more relief than just the THC alone.\r\n\r\nAlso, never discount topicals! They work wonders for my back pain! I think the direct application of cannabinoids to the muscles works much better than inhaling them. Combining both methods seems to be the most effective.\n\nryan","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7060-markdown","title":"Why apply a topical instead of using edibles or smoking?","slug":"why-apply-a-topical-instead-of-using-edibles-or-smoking","content":"\n_____________________\nTopicals are great if you are looking for the relief cannabis medicine can bring - specifically, pain and inflammation relief - without any of the mind-altering actions of cannabis. It can also be used in addition to smoking or edibles without increasing the high, just giving additional relief to specific locations.\n\njessies","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7027-markdown","title":"Are Edibles containing THC causing any side effects that could be harmful?","slug":"are-edibles-containing-thc-causing-any-side-effects-that-could-be-harmful","content":"\"taking a look at THC edibles such as brownies, etc. I know how the thc is processed, i understand everything about the technicalities of processing THC and the effects it will cause. But at the end of the day, is eating an edible any more dangerous than smoking a cigar? or eating too much sugar as a diabetic? Why is there such a war on THC? Smoking, sure, anything inhaled into the lungs like tobacco, cannabis, paper, anything is harmful. But, edibles? What could be an actual causation from indulging one? Liver cancer?? anything? I understand medical marijuana helps those who are prescribed, but I'm asking for a family friend who uses recreationally.\"\n_____________________\nHello there!  I think we have to start off with the nature of your question:  are you asking can there be any adverse effects from THC if it's taken in a non-inhalation form?  The short answer is:  yes (but this can possibly be true of ANY cannabinoid, though CBD is documented to have less \"psychoactivity\".  There is no \"war\" on THC;  THC can indeed be useful as you've pointed out but there are deleterious side effects.  If THC levels are too high in the blood, there are police and ER reports of said effects (i.e. paranoia, excessively high heart rate, etc).  However, you can let you're friend know that there are plenty of MD's who think that THC ratios, in modest amounts of edibles/ tinctures/ vape-pens can be helpful. I personally have seen in  help people sleep, help appetite, help improve symptom mgmt for neuropathic / nerve damage pain.  However, given the nature of your friend's question, I think it would be wise to let them know that they are missing out if they just stick to THC;  there seems to be evidence on the receptor level that having combo's of different cannabinoids together (they study I looked at looked at THC and CBD together) is actually better than just using one or another cannabinoid.  I hope this answers your question;  send your friend over if they have further questions!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7006-markdown","title":"i have never smoked cigarettes but have been smoking pot for maybe 8 yrs for my MS. ","slug":"i-have-never-smoked-cigarettes-but-have-been-smoking-pot-for-maybe-8-yrs-for-my-ms","content":"\"I cough with all the vape pens I've tried. I smoke different stains a day to deal with my MS. I was just diagnosed with frozen shoulder. What is the strongest pain, and best for sleep?\"\n_____________________\nIt really depends on your constitution and what ultimately works for you. With cannabis as you probably know, everyone reacts differently. I can point you to some recent articles we have written on this topic:\n\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/the-best-marijuana-strains-for-back-pain\n\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/the-5-most-popular-strains-of-cannabis\n\nAlso, have you tried any edibles rather than vaping? The pain relief typically lasts longer with an edible at around 4-6 hours.\n\nLastly, there are some great topicals on the market which may help soothe your shoulder. I love Sweet ReLeaf and Flower Power.\n\nI am not a doctor and this represents my opinion only.\n\npamelahadfield","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":84,"numPages":15,"currentPage":8,"id":5754,"name":"Smoke","slug":"smoke","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}