How to Dose Cannabis Edibles: A Start-Low Guide
Start at 2.5 mg THC, wait two hours, and match dose tiers to your tolerance. A practical guide to edible dosing, labels, and onset timing.
Microdosing cannabis edibles offers a controlled way to experience the benefits of cannabis. The key is finding the right amount to suit your tolerance and desired effects.
Microdosing involves taking very small amounts of cannabis to achieve a subtle, beneficial effect without the intense high associated with higher doses.
Your personal tolerance to cannabis
The potency of the edibles
Your body weight and metabolism
As a general guideline, start with a very small dose, such as 2.5-5mg of THC, and wait at least two hours to assess the effects before considering a higher dose.
Pay close attention to how your body reacts to the initial dose. Microdosing is about subtlety, so the goal is to find the minimum dose that produces the desired outcome.