After decades of prohibition-provoked obsession with high-THC levels, savvy consumers are beginning to see that when it comes to cannabis, sometimes less is more. More and more people are realizing how microdosing cannabis can lead to a cornucopia of therapeutic benefits.

Benefits of Microdosing Cannabis

Microdosing involves taking just enough of a psychoactive substance to feel the therapeutic effects without going on a full-blown trip. It’s no surprise that Silicon Valley tech workers first began experimenting with microdosing psychedelics as nootropics became more popular for enhancing creativity and productivity.

It wasn’t long before people started discovering the benefits of microdosing cannabis, such as:

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  Microdosing can uplift your mood and foster a positive mental outlook.
• You can avoid most of the uncomfortable side effects of THC, like paranoia.
• You can microdose during the day without becoming too sedated.
• Microdosing can help manage the symptoms of PTSD, pain, and anxiety.
• Microdosing may be more appropriate than taking higher quantities for certain conditions.
  
  

Tips for Microdosing Cannabis

You’ll probably have to experiment a bit to determine the correct amount of THC for microdosing. The idea is to maintain a consistent amount of cannabinoids in your body without feeling “high.”

Each person relates to cannabinoids differently, and several factors will determine your ideal amount of cannabis for microdosing, such as:

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  Your experience with cannabis products
• Your age and weight
• Your metabolism
• Underlying health conditions
• Your desired effects

The amount of food in your digestive system will affect your results if you’re microdosing with edibles. Therefore, we recommend taking your dose on an empty stomach or after a light meal to get a more precise idea of the quantity you need to take for microdosing. 

Microdosing for Beginners

If you’re completely new to cannabis products, you can start with a dosage of one milligram of THC every six hours. Stick with the minimum dosage for at least two weeks to gauge the effects. After the initial trial period, you can increase the dosage to 2.5 mg per 6 hours and see how that feels. After around 90 days of trials, you should have a reliable idea of your ideal range for microdosing.

Microdosing for Seasoned Herb Fans

People who typically consume more traditional quantities of cannabis will have to take a somewhat modified approach to microdosing. For starters, experienced cannabis consumers will need to take a tolerance break before testing out the effects of microdosing. We recommend giving yourself at least two weeks to clean out your system before beginning your microdosing experiment.

After your tolerance break, start with a 1-milligram dose every 6 hours for one week, noting how you feel. After that, increase your dosage by .5 milligrams every two days until you reach around 2.5 milligrams every 6 hours.

The Importance of a Microdosing Journal

Whether you’re a beginner or a long-term cannabis consumer, we recommend keeping a daily journal to keep track of your dosages, the type of product you’re using, and how you feel each day. 

If you’re microdosing for a specific therapeutic reason, like alleviating depression, anxiety, or pain, you could note your level of discomfort on a scale of 1-10. You may also want to include any other observations you notice. Remember: You don’t need to share your journal with anyone unless you want to.