how to tell the difference between a mind and a body high
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mind highs oftentimes result in a brighter mood, reportedly with less laziness involved. /
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by: maria loreto, the fresh toast
many times, cannabis use will produce one of two effects: body highs and head highs. while it’s difficult to predict the type of high that will be experience when first trying a new strain or consumption method, it’s somewhat easier to differentiate a head high from a body high. sometimes to regular consumers have likely experienced both.
broadly speaking, head highs are about creativity, finding things funny or getting into those talky moods. body highs are relaxing and tingly, perhaps inspiring one of those delicious naps or snuggling up to someone.
it’s not a always the case for every person, but sativas are more usually associated with mind highs and indicas with body highs.
according to vice, the method of consumption can also have an effect. “when you smoke, the cannabinoids go straight into your lungs,” the publication cited dr. laurie holtzman as saying. “they go right into your blood supply, into your brain, across the blood-brain barrier and then you get the high.”
edibles, on the other hand, are associated with body highs. here are five ways to differentiate the kind of cannabis high being experienced.
body highs heighten physical sensations
body highs are known for their powerfully relaxing effects. this may leave the user less functional, making body highs great for watching silly movies or enjoying a delicious meal. a person will likely be less talkative, but might be having a better time.
mind highs alter mood
mind highs oftentimes result in a brighter mood, reportedly with less laziness involved. that makes these highs perfect for day use, since people are likely to be fully functional with an added sheen of optimism and energy. controlled mind highs are great for working out or carrying out day-to-day activities with an exciting twist.
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body highs are great for treating pain and promoting relaxation
since body highs are so focused on the body, they may prove a good option for people experiencing some form of pain. they may also enhance sexual awareness and bodily sensations.
mind highs are talky and creative
mind highs are great for social or creative situations. they result in talky or giggly highs, perhaps helping to ease social anxiety and make every situation fun and different. creative activities such as painting, writing and more seem to come easily to people who know how to handle these type of highs.
the freshtoast.com, a u.s. lifestyle site that contributes lifestyle content and, with their partnership with 600,000 physicians via skipta, medical marijuana information to the growthop.
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