Beyond Relaxation: 4 Lesser-Known Benefits Of THC

Most people know THC for its relaxing effects. It is traditionally associated with recreation and unwinding. But there’s more to this compound than just kicking back. In effect, we now find a large spectrum of products containing THC with fairly different uses from energy to pain relief.

What is THC?

To begin with, let’s define what this THC is exactly. Put very simply, it’s the psychoactive element of the cannabis plant. It’s actually the component behind your feeling of high when consuming gummies or vaping an e-cig. Casual consumers like you and me are most likely to encounter two of its ingredients:

• Delta 9 brings that “high” feeling. A sharper perception of time and space, increased focus, and relaxation are all the benefits one can get from it.
• Delta 8 has pretty similar effects. They typically come down to stress management properties, pain relaxation, and anxiety reduction.

Delta 8 is found in a variety of products including Delta-8 gummies, tinctures, flower, capsules, and vapes. Delta 9, in turn, may come in the form of gummies, baked goods, taffy, sour candy, live rosin, and drinks.

It is incredibly important to purchase any of this from a legal provider. Otherwise, it may just be unsafe. A legal provider always has lab tests available for each product as well as offers clear explanations of recommended use and legal status.

4 Benefits of THC You Probably Didn’t Know About

Ok, now what effects does THC actually produce? It all depends on the product in the first place but here’s a review of the most common types of effects. Again, it’s only relevant for safe lab-tested products.

1. Uplifting

The primary effect of Delta-9 THC gummies is a mind high. Depending on a person and dosage (it’s vital to stick to the recommended use dosage and never exceed it), one may feel a bit more relaxed or even uplifted.

Because of their euphoric effects, such gummies are most suitable for recreation. It’s wise to be cautious about taking them during the day when you have tasks and arrangements to attend to.

2. Pain Relief (Workout Recovery)

THC can help with pain. Of course, it’s not a good idea to use it to treat any pain but if you suffer from post-workout discomfort, products containing THC can actually help. As a rule, such products contain micro-doses of THC plus other helpful ingredients such as vitamins and minerals.

If you want to use THC for post-recovery purposes, pills and a roll-on are the most suitable options. The latter is especially beneficial if it contains menthol. In that case, you can achieve a fast relief. However, as with any pain, it’s always best to consult your healthcare provider first.

3. Appetite Stimulation

Sometimes, THC can also help with stimulating appetite. This is especially relevant for products that contain Delta 9 (e.g., gummies, baked goods, etc.). As always, you should first consult your healthcare provider. Together, you will decide whether you indeed need to boost your appetite, whether THC is the right fit for that, as well as which dosage is optimal.

4. Sleep Aid

Last but not least, THC can help those struggling with sleep disruptions. The key point here is dosage. Micro-dose THC can help you relax, unwind, and eventually fall asleep. It can also dull the pain a bit if that’s the reason behind your insomnia. You can use gummies or live rosin for these purposes.

Meanwhile, if you take the wrong dose, the aforementioned uplifting effect will dominate. That is, it may be even more difficult to fall asleep with THC than without it. As usual, your healthcare provider is the best person to consult in this regard.

As you can see, THC has quite a lot of effects and uses besides the widely known relaxation. The key takeaways are thus as follows. If you are after the relaxation and uplifting effects, any legal product containing THC will actually suit you. You just need to buy it from a trusted provider with lab tests in place and all that. If you want to use it for pain relief, sleep aid, or to boost appetite, it’s best to consult your healthcare provider first. The key point here is to understand the reason behind your discomfort because THC cannot replace medications.