8 ways to sober up from an excess of marijuana

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• What to do with an excess of marijuana in the body
• Chew some black pepper
• Take some CBD oil
• Drink water and snack
• Ibuprofen
• Lemon water
• Take a deep breath and get comfortable
• Go in for sports
• Take a shower or bath
• Conclusions

What to do with an excess of marijuana in the body

Even the most seasoned stoners have stories of how they overdid it and struggled to figure out how to sober up from weed. While marijuana has many potential therapeutic uses, including anxiety reduction, any user can make the mistake of overdoing it and getting into a paranoid trip.

Smoking cannabis causes intense high and stone effects - they appear almost immediately and can last from one to three hours. If you use cannabis in the form of culinary products, the effect can last from 6 hours or more. Exceeding the individual dosage (usually 0.1-0.2 g) can cause side effects ranging from mild anxiety and nausea to a full blown panic attack. However, there are some quick ways to reduce the negative side effects of marijuana overuse.

• Chew some black pepper

This popular kitchen spice will help soften the high. Black pepper acts almost instantly, effectively reducing anxiety and paranoia. Chew on a few whole black peppercorns, or grind them up and mix them into your meal.

If you're wondering why pepper helps, it's all about the terpenes. A 2011 scientific article published in the British Journal of Pharmacology reported that cannabis and black pepper have similar chemical properties. Author Dr. Ethan Russo, a neurologist and psychopharmacology researcher, wrote that terpenes such as beta-caryophyllene found in peppers help "tame the intoxicating effects of THC".

Beta-caryophylene and THC form a synergistic relationship and bind to the same cannabinoid receptors - CB1 and CB2. Thus, beta-caryophylene blocks the receptor and prevents the binding of THC molecules, reducing the effects of cannabinoids.

• Take some CBD oil

A decade of research has shown that cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive cannabinoid, reduces THC-induced anxiety and paranoia. In a 1982 study published in Psychopharmacology, scientists concluded that CBD "may act as an antagonist of the effects between the two cannabinoids."

A more recent 2013 study published in Psychopharmacology also found that using CBD along with THC reduced the side effects of cannabis. Like beta-caryophylene, CBD can bind to the same CB1 and CB2 receptors as THC and block its effects.

• Drink water and snack

Plenty of pure drinking water will instantly improve your well-being, drink regularly, as excessive use of cannabis usually causes severe dehydration. If you feel dizzy, have a light snack, drink orange or other fruit juices. However, be aware that mango contains the terpenoid myrcene, which enhances and prolongs the action of THC.

Delicious pine nuts contain penene and limonene, also found in cannabis. Using them will help increase the number of neurotransmitters important for your memory and cognitive functions.

We do not recommend drinking alcohol, coffee or tea. Alcohol can practically increase the concentration of THC in the blood. Coffee will help you become more attentive, but it will also increase the dehydration of the body and psychoactive effects - on a par with tea.

• Ibuprofen

A number of common anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen, have been shown to significantly reverse the effects of marijuana. In a 2013 animal study by Louisiana State University's School of Medicine, certain types of anti-inflammatory drugs were found to counteract the side effects of cannabis and reduce the negative effects on cognitive function.

• Lemon water

Terpenes are aromatic oils that give each cannabis plant its own distinct aroma, flavor and effect. Just as CBD and THC together create the multifaceted nature of cannabis, terpenes have synergistic relationships with other cannabis compounds.

The citrus terpene limonene, found in citrus peels and some varieties of marijuana, has been shown to reduce anxiety. A 2012 study published in Brain Research showed that limonene reduces anxiety and has an anxiolytic effect.

• Take a deep breath and get comfortable

Sometimes all you need to eliminate a nasty weed high is a meditative approach in a comfortable (and if possible familiar) setting. If you feel a racing heart or anxiety, lie down and take a few slow, deep breaths. Continue to drink water regularly and remind yourself that the main symptoms of a bad trip will last no more than two to three hours and will soon subside.

If you feel capable, try take a nap or fall asleep. If not, turn on your favorite music or TV show, pick up an engaging book, or listen to the wind and leaves outside your window. Minor distractions can help you switch from a chaotic way of thinking, and pleasant activities will prevent anxiety and paranoia.

• Go in for sports

While it's probably the last thing you want to do, fitness is one of the best ways to sober up from marijuana. Exercise releases endorphins in the brain and improves circulation, which helps the body absorb THC more quickly. It's also a great way to unwind and get some fresh air.

But you have to be very careful. Drinking too much marijuana can impair balance and motor function, so don't choose exercises that are too intense and require high coordination. Opt for walking, yoga, or a short workout within the safe confines of your home. If you feel dizzy, be sure to stop and find a comfortable place to rest until the effects wear off.

• Take a shower or bath

When a hot shower helps you relax, nothing beats a cold shower to bring you back to reality. Cold water will refresh the sensation and distract attention from the trip.

Conclusions

If you've taken too much marijuana, try the tips above to counteract the side effects of THC.

While it won't help you sober up if you're already high, knowing your limits and taking the right dose can ensure you don't make the same mistake twice. Cannabis strains vary considerably in their effects, with individual strains being more powerful than others, such as industry legends such as Bruce Banner, Opium, Gorilla Glue or Critical Kush. Keep this in mind and always start with a small amount if you are trying a particular variety for the first time. Also, not everyone has the same level of tolerance, and you won't need as much marijuana as an experienced stoner to experience the same effects.

Author: Sergey Esipov

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