Smoking hemp: in what forms ?

What is hemp ?

Hemp, also known as Cannabis Sativa L., is an herbaceous plant belonging to the Cannabaceae family. There are 3 subspecies of hemp: Cannabis Sativa, Cannabis Indica and Cannabis Ruderalis. Whatever the species, hemp contains cannabinoids such as CBD or THC in varying amounts. Its cannabinoid composition will determine its effects.

The THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) rich varieties are used for recreational purposes. Because of their psychoactive effects, these varieties are illegal, prohibited for sale and consumption. Moreover, they are potentially addictive and harmful to health. Some countries authorize it, others not. In France, its rate is regulated at 0.3%, which means that all hemp products you can find in shops contain a tiny amount of THC.

For their part, varieties rich in CBD (cannabidiol) are known for their therapeutic virtues, especially for their relaxing, anti-stress and anti-pain properties. This type of hemp is now available as flowers, resins, crystals, oil, herbal teas, food products, etc. These products are different but they all have a common goal: to promote the physical and mental well-being of consumers. As long as they contain less than 0.3% THC, these CBD products are perfectly legal to sell and consume.

Where to buy hemp

Legal hemp can be purchased at specialty stores, CBD shops, pharmacies and some tobacco shops. When bought on the street, on the black market, it necessarily contains more than 0.3% THC. Thus, the only way to get legal hemp is from a physical store or online, from a certified seller.

The best CBD sellers are specialists in their field. They usually offer CBD flowers or by-products that are organically grown, without chemical agents such as pesticides. Going through a CBD shop is a guarantee of trust and quality for your hemp consumption.

When sellers are in compliance with European standards, their products are tested and approved by European laboratories to protect you from a legal and health point of view.

How to smoke hemp

Joint

Smoking a joint is not the healthiest method, yet it is the easiest and most popular. To roll a hemp joint, all you need is some flowers or resin, rolling paper and a filter. Although controversial, this technique remains a favorite among hemp enthusiasts.

Pipe and bong

Another simple and effective way to smoke hemp is through a pipe or bong. This method does not require any additional equipment. To smoke with a pipe or bong, you simply fill the tank, light it and inhale. With the bong, the filtering device consisting of a water chamber allows for a healthier smoke than with a joint.

Vaporizer

The vaporizer is a larger investment, but it is by far the best technique for smoking hemp in a healthy way. Vaporizers have a temperature controller that allows you to smoke the flowers and resins without burning them. No burning, no smoking. The smoke is healthy and controlled.

Electronic Cigarettes

Finally, the latest technique in vogue for smoking hemp is through an e-liquid and an electronic cigarette. Obviously, this method is different because it does not allow you to smoke hemp in its raw form. But it is an excellent alternative to benefit from a healthy smoke that complies with legislation. In addition, e-liquids come in many varieties to satisfy the tastes and colors of everyone.

Smoking hemp: what effects ?

If hemp consumers prefer to smoke, it is simply because this method provides quick relaxing effects. By passing through the lungs, cannabinoids quickly reach the bloodstream and a few minutes are enough to enjoy their benefits. The effects of hemp focus on relaxation, well-being and pain reduction.

What are other ways to consume hemp ?

For non-smokers, it is entirely possible to consume hemp on a daily basis without smoking it. The first solution is infusion. To do this, simply grind your leaves and resins in boiling water to make an herbal tea. Add a fat such as honey or honey to activate the active principles of hemp, and you're done.

This technique works for all of your drinks and food preparations. Whether it's a sweet or savory recipe, hemp is very easy to incorporate into the kitchen. On the other hand, ingesting hemp involves relaxing effects that take longer to manifest.

When you ingest hemp, the cannabinoids must pass through the digestive system before delivering their benefits. Therefore, it takes anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour before you feel the relaxing effects of hemp. Although they take longer to kick in, the effects can last for several hours with this method.