Why Do Some People Feel More Awake After Taking Delta 9 THC?

When it comes to hemp-derived, federally compliant delta 9 THC, each person’s experience can be somewhat unique.  This psychoactive cannabinoid works on cannabinoid receptors in the nervous system, and the specifics of each person’s nervous system has a huge role in what the ‘high’ of delta 9 will actually feel like.

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So, Why Might Someone Feel More Awake After Using Federally Compliant Delta 9 THC?

Maybe you’ve heard people say that they feel more awake after taking in a nice serving of delta 9 THC.  This isn’t all that unusual, and it can be the result of all kinds of aspects of how they take it, what form they take it in, and how their body uses delta 9 through the endocannabinoid system (ECS).

Their Tolerance

A person’s tolerance to delta 9 impacts what kind of effects they can experience.  For instance, a person who has a very low tolerance to THC in general may feel more awake after taking it than an experienced user whose body is very used to the compound’s effects.  Some people might experience some level of anxiety if they’re a beginner who takes too high of a dose, and this can definitely make a person feel more awake as the nervous system speeds up.

Product Type/Delivery Method

To an extent, the delta 9 product type/delivery method also makes a difference.  But, which product formulas make a person feel more awake than others can be completely subjective.  Some people may find that edibles make them sleepy, while vapes make them feel somewhat energized, or the other way around.  How the cannabinoid absorbs into the system has a lot to do with how it interacts with different cannabinoid receptors throughout the body.

A Product’s Strain

Yes, a big influencing factor is the strain.  If you’re using a delta 9 product that contains a terpene profile, such as a vape, it’s the terpenes in the product that can be determining the awakening effect rather than the THC itself.  Sativa strains famously have a tendency to make us feel more motivated, alert and physically engaged, while indica strains can have the opposite effect.  So, if you’re using a sativa strain, it might not actually be the THC that’s giving you that result at all.

When They Take Delta 9

Some people, but not all, find that when they take delta 9 has a lot to do with how it affects them.  Taking it in the morning could make them feel more alert and awake, because the cannabinoid is supporting the natural increase in energy that we get during the first part of the day.  But taking it late at night makes them feel sleepy, since that’s when the body is preparing for bed.

How Much Delta 9 They Take

The amount that a person takes also influences how they feel in terms of their energy and awareness levels.  Many people notice that smaller doses of delta 9 have a sort of boosting effect, while taking high doses of it makes them feel groggy and even sleepy.  So, be mindful of how much you’re taking, both in terms of the dosage amount and the milligram strength of the product.

How Their Body Uses Delta 9

For reasons not fully understood, some of us just feel more awakened by delta 9 because of complex factors within our own nervous systems.  In this case, it doesn’t matter what delta 9 product you take or how you take it.  Similarly, some people find that delta 9 just generally makes them feel like closing their eyes and passing out.

Other Cannabinoids in their System

Another thing to remember is that the effects of delta 9 can transform if you’re taking it along with another cannabinoid.  For example, CBG is known as an uplifting cannabinoid, and taking that with delta-9 can make the overall effect feel more invigorating.  If certain cannabinoids give you a boosted effect, combining them with delta 9 can really amplify that result.

Other Substances in Their System

If you have particularly stimulating substances already in your system when you take delta 9, you can definitely end up feeling more awake.  The perfect example is having delta 9 along with a cup of coffee.  The stimulating effects of coffee will naturally make your delta-9 high feel more energizing.

How to Avoid Feeling Too Awake when Taking Federally Compliant Delta 9 THC

If feeling more awake is not the effect you’re going for when you take delta 9 THC, there are a few suggestions that we can make, in order to give you more of a mellowing effect.

• Go with an Indica Strain: If a delta 9 product (vapes and flower in particular) comes in different strains, choose an indica or indica-leaning hybrid.  These types of strains tend to have much more of a soothing effect and are less likely to make you feel awake.
• Don’t Take Any Stimulating Substances: Avoid taking delta 9 with substances that stimulate your nervous system, like caffeine, sugar and supplements that are supposed to make you feel more alert and energized.
• Experiment with Dosage Amounts and Delivery Methods: A lot of times, it’s just a matter of trying out different delivery methods, product types and dosage amounts until you find your sweet spot, which can be different for everyone.

Delta 9 THC May Make You Feel More Awake, or It May Not 

At the end of the day (no pun there intended), how delta 9 THC makes you feel can depend on a lot of different things both related to the delta-9 itself and your body.  But, in many cases, experimenting with your federally compliant delta 9 products can yield different effects, so we always encourage our customers to be open-minded with the market and try out different ways of taking it to see what the results can be.

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