“ Inhaling cannabinoids creates faster bioavailability because the cannabinoids - CBD for example
- are absorbed initially by the lungs, go into the blood and then directly to the brain rather than being
absorbed by the intestines and metabolized in the liver before entering the blood in the case of ingested CBD.
Smoking is not medically recommended because inhaling any burned
plant material that can contain carcinogens and tars is harmful to
the throat and lungs, he was careful to point out.
Dr. Otto said he discusses with patients interested in inhaling cannabis material the use of a vaporizer that heats the organic material to
around 400 degrees, at which point it releases a
vapor as opposed to a smoke. That said, Dr. Otto added,a
2006 UCLA study funded by the National Institute of Health comparing the cancer risk of smoking tobacco as opposed to cannabis showed
that people who smoke cannabis have less of a cancer risk than those who smoke tobacco.
As with any substance, it’s essential to weigh the potential risks and
benefits before use and consult a healthcare professional if
you have any concerns. Isolates are typically a good
option if you’re looking to avoid THC and other cannabinoids, but broad-
and full-spectrum may offer more benefits than isolates. ”