{"id":793105,"date":"2019-02-15T13:00:31","date_gmt":"2019-02-15T20:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summitdaily.com\/?p=359073"},"modified":"2019-02-15T13:00:31","modified_gmt":"2019-02-15T20:00:31","slug":"cannabis-potency-todays-products-pack-a-serious-punch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alwaysmountaintime.com\/ksmt\/local-news\/cannabis-potency-todays-products-pack-a-serious-punch\/","title":{"rendered":"Cannabis potency: Today\u2019s products pack a serious punch"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Anyone new to using cannabis should ease into it, but even those who haven\u2019t tried it in a while should heed this advice because of the continuous evolution of marijuana products and potencies.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The THC levels in legal recreational cannabis are significant when compared with the black market weed from decades past<\/p>\n

By Lauren Glendenning
<\/em>Brought to you by Organix<\/p>\n

In Colorado\u2019s legal marijuana industry, the selection of strains and potencies in retail shops is nothing like the cannabis people bought on the black market 30 or 40 years ago.<\/p>\n

The benefits of this are obvious \u2014 consumers now have the knowledge to select products that meet their specific needs. However, the downside is that consumers who recall having a high tolerance with the black market stuff can be in for a rude awakening when they try today\u2019s legal products.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday\u2019s cannabis potencies are significantly higher than that of the past, reaching a peak of roughly 38 percent THC. Most strains will average between 18 to 25 percent, but there are some heavy hitters that surpass that 30 percent mark,\u201d says Jake Fessler, general manager at Organix in Breckenridge. \u201cPotencies 30 to 40 years ago were typically 5 to 15 percent and strain names were rarely available.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here are some things to keep in mind as you peruse legal cannabis products in Colorado.<\/p>\n

Know what you\u2019re buying<\/strong>
THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, is the psychoactive chemical in marijuana that produces that \u201chigh\u201d feeling. CBD, or cannabidiol, is the non-psychoactive compound in marijuana which does not cause the user to feel \u201chigh\u201d or \u201cstoned.\u201d<\/p>\n

THC potencies are what you should be paying attention to if you\u2019re concerned about how a product is going to affect your mind and body. THC potencies vary depending on the type of cannabis product, but there can even be large variances in the same types of products.<\/p>\n

In concentrates, Fessler says potencies depend on the extraction method and the quality of the processing material.<\/p>\n

\u201cMost concentrates average between 65 to 85 percent THC, but pure THCa crystals can reach 95 percent or higher,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

Edibles marijuana products have 10 milligrams of THC per serving, but the effects can feel much stronger than both flower and concentrates, Fessler says.<\/p>\n

\u201cDepending on a person\u2019s enzyme count, edibles can be very intense if not managed properly and can be considered psychedelics. Some people also will not feel an effect from edibles at all, making it difficult for the industry to make any recommendations,\u201d he says. \u201cThe best rule to keep in mind when eating edibles is that you can always eat more, not less.\u201d<\/p>\n

Growers are maximizing THC levels
<\/strong>Strong cannabis genetics can lead to stronger potencies, and growers are doing a lot with cannabis breeding these days in order to develop potent and flavorful strains.<\/p>\n

\u201cAfter genetics, proper care in growing, harvesting at the right time and being patient with the curing process can help maximize a strain\u2019s THC level,\u201d according to Organix.<\/p>\n

Take it slow
<\/strong>If you don\u2019t want to have a bad time, the best advice Fessler has is to take it slow. Anyone new to using cannabis should ease into it, but even those who haven\u2019t tried it in a while should heed this advice because of the continuous evolution of marijuana products and potencies.<\/p>\n

\u201cStart slow with whatever you are trying and increase as you see fit,\u201d Fessler says. \u201cA tolerance is something that can be lost but also regained, so increase your use or desired potency accordingly.\u201d<\/p>\n

High or low?
<\/strong>Is high THC right for you? That depends. Talk to your budtender about the experience you\u2019re seeking to have and he or she will steer you in the right direction.<\/p>\n

\u201cHigh-THC can maximize relief from nausea and muscle or joint pain. It can also help a recreational user achieve a maximum psychoactive effect or \u2018high,\u2019\u201d Fessler says. \u201cLower THC products increase the market reach to those that just want a small relief or don\u2019t want to worry about feeling anxious or paranoid.\u201d<\/p>\n

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7 favorite strains at Organix this season<\/p>\n

Greaseball<\/strong>
Considered an Indica, Greaseball has always been our signature strain. Its crystal coated nugs have a gorgeous purple tint and always offer a high potency.<\/p>\n

Lamb\u2019s Breath<\/strong>
Lamb\u2019s Breath is a land-race strain with unknown genetics, generally our most potent strain on the shelf when available. Our staff will describe the smell as cheesy, sour, and raunchy and the effect is a strong Sativa.<\/p>\n

Euphoria<\/strong>
This is our high-CBD\/low-THC strain that is almost always available and typically presents a 2:1 ratio of CBD to THC. It has a sweet and sour smell and is also available in cartridge form.<\/p>\n

Blue Dream<\/strong>
Always one of the most popular strains in Colorado, our house grown Blue Dream is a brighter green with distinct orange hairs. The smell is sweet and carries through the whole store when a jar opens up. It is a Sativa and from our staff\u2019s experience, always offers an energetic and uplifting effect.<\/p>\n

Afghani<\/strong>
An old school Indica strain, Afghani has a very earthy, outdoor aroma. The nugs are large and dense and the effects from our experience, are heavy and focus on relief in the body.<\/p>\n

GG#4<\/strong>
Smelling of gas and leaking fuel, GG#4 is a great hybrid strain with effects that can lean either way. It\u2019s potency is generally 20%-25% and the flavor smacks you right in the face.<\/p>\n

Sunburn<\/strong>
A well rounded Sativa-hybrid, Sunburn has a bright and fruity aroma while tasting just the same. It offers a moderate potency, making the effects manageable for all users.<\/p>\n

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