Consider Using Cannabis and Mindfulness Throughout the Day
by Bethan Rose
It’s likely you’ve heard the term “wake and bake,” as it is a very common phrase and practice among cannabis consumers and patients alike. Waking and baking is the act of consuming cannabis after waking up in the morning, most often in conjunction with a cup of coffee. Have you ever wondered about the effects of consuming coffee along with THC-rich cannabis? If so, you are in the right place—we are going to explore the potential benefits and downsides of combining cannabinoids and caffeine.
It is undeniable that coffee and cannabis can both result in euphoria. This is because both of these substances increase the brain’s levels of dopamine, aka the happiness hormone. There are many differences between THC and caffeine, but both serve a great purpose when consumed with intention shortly after waking up. While they are both quite different, there are reasons why individuals would choose to embrace one over the other in the mornings as well as many reasons why they should and often are consumed together.
Caffeine is a go-to for many people on a daily basis, as it helps to boost your energy and improve your energy levels throughout the day. However, enjoying your first cup of java directly after waking up might not lead to the greatest benefits. It is suggested that since cortisol levels are the highest upon waking up, it may be best to wait at least one hour before indulging to get the most out of the caffeine in your coffee. This may also help you to avoid any unintentional tolerances to caffeine or interruption to your body’s natural biological rhythm. There are other natural sources of caffeine aside from coffee as well that can be explored, such as kola nuts, green tea, and guarana.
Potential benefits of caffeine in the morning:
THC, which is short for delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, offers many potential therapeutic benefits—so what better time to consume it than in the morning? While some strains of cannabis may make you sleepy, others can do just the opposite and give you a zap of energy to start off your day. Interestingly enough, one study found that cannabis consumption was related to decreased symptoms in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.
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THC is often embraced for things such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, cancer-related pain, and nausea. When you live with conditions and symptoms such as these, consuming THC first thing can sometimes mean the difference between being able to face the day or having to surrender back to your bed—or the doctor’s office.
Potential benefits of THC in the morning:
Combining caffeine and edibles with a high THC content may not be the best choice, as edibles take some time to take effect. Nonetheless, there are some benefits to combining THC and caffeine—and it’s not that hard to accomplish all of this in a single cup of coffee!
Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to infuse your coffee with cannabis? The answer is: absolutely! There are many ways to do this, including adding THC-infused creamer, THC-infused sugar, or a basic tincture to your cup. Do you like to add butter to your coffee? Swap it for cannabutter! Are you more of a latte person? Check out this recipe for a homemade cannabis-infused pumpkin spice latte (simply skip the syrup for an unsweetened latte!). If you’d rather skip the kitchen mess entirely, there are now some coffee products on the market that contain THC.
Of course, there are other ways of consuming THC or CBD along with caffeine that don’t involve infusing coffee. You can choose to smoke or vape cannabis and sip on a cup of green tea, or perhaps you may prefer to take a sublingual tincture followed by a guarana soda. Whatever way you prefer to combine THC and caffeine, there are some benefits as well as some potential risks in doing so.
Potential positive effects:
Potential negative effects:
Cannabis cafes—places where customers consume coffee and cannabis—are opening up around the world in abundance and are being embraced by cannabis consumers. There are many reasons why people choose cannabis and caffeine, and as more research is performed, it seems that there are also significant benefits to consuming the two together. Check out the powers of caffeine and cannabis for yourself, and let us know what you think in the comments!
Great article we have been doing THC coffee since 2014 in california as Janes brew and in Florida at our retail stores Chill Cawfee !
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