Edibles is short for Marijuana Edibles, referring to food products that contain cannabis in various forms such as brownies, cookies and chocolate bars. Edibles can be homemade or commercially bought, which are typically prepared in accordance with legal restrictions with regards to the ingredients and doses. Although edibles are most often ingested as a food product, they may also be available in the form of beverages such as tea, coffee or soda.
Edibles are quickly gaining popularity as an alternative way of ingesting marijuana without the repercussions that come with smoking it. However, when they are prepared illegally, they may be induced with other harmful ingredients such as fentanyl, so caution is recommended. Also, in the case of edibles, it is difficult to measure how much marijuana is actually being ingested, so overdosing is a risk.
The effects of edibles vary based on an individual’s reactions to the chemical in marijuana (tetrahydrocannabinol or THC). Many claim that it makes them feel relaxed and euphoric, however it can create a sense of anxiety and paranoia in others.
While smoking marijuana usually creates an immediate effect on the system, ingesting it via edibles can take longer for it to kick in, sometimes 30 minutes or later. The immediate effects can last for up to two hours, but in some cases, side effects may last for up to 24 hours. Because it takes longer to kick in when consumed via edibles, larger amounts of THC is ingested which may lead to unexpected symptoms such as heart problems or respiratory issues. In addition, eating marijuana edibles means it is processed through the digestive system leading to a higher intensity of THC ingestion, which may lead to other unexpected symptoms such as psychotic episodes.
Because edibles are processed through the digestive system they stay longer in your body than when marijuana is smoked. Depending on the amounts of edibles consumed and the doses of THC ingested, they can stay in your system anywhere from a few hours for up to 60 days or more.
Edibles can be detected in drug tests as THC, typically up to 3 days in saliva and blood tests, and up to 30 days in urine tests.
Although edibles are considered safe and in some cases beneficial for pain management, sleep issues, and anxiety relief, some individuals may have strong to severe reactions to THC. Children who ingest edibles accidentally and experience side effects should seek a doctor immediately. Individuals who experience symptoms such as rapid heart rate, chest pain, difficulty breathing should seek immediate medical attention.
Overuse and overdosing of marijuana edibles can lead to a range of issues including dependence and addiction to THC. If edibles have unknown additives such as fentanyl or other harmful drugs, they can quickly become addictive. If you or a loved one is suffering from addiction issues, please reach out for help. Text us at 949-749-3026 or Call us at 866-415-6313
Start at John Wayne Airport, 18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707.
Head southeast for about 0.2 miles.
Keep left at the fork and follow signs for Rental Car Return. Continue for 0.7 miles.
Use the left lane to turn slightly left onto N Airport Way. Continue for 0.2 miles.
Use the left lane to turn slightly left to stay on N Airport Way and proceed for 0.1 miles.
Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto MacArthur Blvd. Drive for approximately 0.5 miles.
Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto the I-405 N ramp towards Long Beach. This will be a 0.2-mile drive.
Merge onto I-405 N and travel for about 2.9 miles.
Take exit 12 for Euclid St. Drive for approximately 0.2 miles.
Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Euclid St N and merge onto Euclid St. Continue on Euclid St for 0.8 miles.
Turn right onto Newhope St. and drive for about 1.1 miles.
Turn right into the plaza, and you will find your destination on the left: 17330 Newhope St. Unit A, Fountain Valley, CA 92708.
Start at Los Angeles International Airport, 1 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045.
Head west on World Way toward Vicksburg Ave. Continue for 0.2 miles.
Use the 2nd from the right lane to turn slightly right onto S Sepulveda Blvd (signs for I-105). Drive for about 0.4 miles.
Use the right lane to take the I-105 E ramp. Merge onto I-105 E. Continue for approximately 17 miles.
Use the right 2 lanes to merge onto I-605 S towards Long Beach. Drive for about 2.2 miles.
Take the exit onto I-405 S toward Long Beach. Continue on I-405 S for approximately 18.5 miles.
Take exit 12 for Euclid St. Drive for about 0.2 miles.
Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Euclid Street S, and merge onto Euclid St. Continue on Euclid St for 0.8 miles.
Turn right onto Newhope St. and drive for about 1.1 miles.
Turn right into the plaza, and you will find your destination on the left: 17330 Newhope St. Unit A, Fountain Valley, CA 92708.
Start at San Diego International Airport, 3225 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101.
Head east on N Harbor Dr toward McCain Rd. Drive for about 0.7 miles.
Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto W Grape St. Continue for 1.5 miles.
Use the left 2 lanes to take the Interstate 5 N ramp. Merge onto I-5 N. Travel on I-5 N for approximately 76 miles.
Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 92B for CA-73 N toward Long Beach. Continue onto CA-73 N (Note: This is a toll road). Drive for about 16.8 miles.
Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 18A to merge onto I-405 N toward Long Beach. Continue on I-405 N for approximately 6.5 miles.
Take exit 12 for Euclid St. Drive for about 0.2 miles.
Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Euclid Street S, and merge onto Euclid St. Continue on Euclid St for 0.8 miles.
Turn right onto Newhope St. and drive for about 1.1 miles.
Turn right into the plaza, and you will find your destination on the left: 17330 Newhope St. Unit A, Fountain Valley, CA 92708.
Start at Riverside Municipal Airport, 6951 Flight Rd, Riverside, CA 92504.
Head southwest on Flight Rd. Continue for 0.3 miles.
Turn left onto Arlington Ave and drive for about 1.5 miles.
Use the right lane to take the ramp onto CA-91 W. Merge onto CA-91 W. Travel on CA-91 W for approximately 20.5 miles.
Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 34B to merge onto I-15 S toward San Diego. Drive for about 4.7 miles.
Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 96 to merge onto CA-91 W toward Beach Cities. Continue on CA-91 W for approximately 8.7 miles.
Merge onto CA-55 S via the ramp to Newport Beach. Travel on CA-55 S for about 14.3 miles.
Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 5B to merge onto I-405 N toward Long Beach. Drive for 4.2 miles.
Take exit 12 for Euclid St. Drive for about 0.2 miles.
Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Euclid Street S, and merge onto Euclid St. Continue on Euclid St for 0.8 miles.
Turn right onto Newhope St. and drive for about 1.1 miles.
Turn right into the plaza, and you will find your destination on the left: 17330 Newhope St. Unit A, Fountain Valley, CA 92708.