{"id":4017,"date":"2025-12-11T08:00:41","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T13:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/?p=4017"},"modified":"2026-04-06T07:26:50","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:26:50","slug":"can-you-get-higher-by-holding-in-cannabis-smoke-for-a-long-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/can-you-get-higher-by-holding-in-cannabis-smoke-for-a-long-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Get Higher by Holding in Cannabis Smoke for a Long Time?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cBaby, one breath away,<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I&#8217;ll find the words to say,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I&#8217;ll sit and light the bong,<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I&#8217;ll hold my hit in real long.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are the lyrics to \u201cMary\u201d by the band Sublime. Songwriter Bradley Nowell showcases his talent in this classic song, reflecting on the innocence of young love and the youthful naivety of how he used to hold in a hit of weed \u201creal long\u201d. Consumers who hold cannabis smoke in for too long not only don\u2019t get higher as a result, but they also potentially harm their bodies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>What Happens When You Take A Hit of Weed?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannabinoids like tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) are absorbed through the lungs rapidly after taking a puff of cannabis smoke, as gaseous air exchange happens nearly instantly. These compounds <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8803256\/#:~:text=When%20inhaled%2C%20THC%20and%20its%20metabolites%20enter%20the%20bloodstream%20rapidly%20via%20the%20lungs%3B%20they%20achieve%20peak%20levels%20within%206%20to%2010%20minutes%20and%20reach%20the%20brain%20and%20various%20organs.%20The%20bioavailability%20of%20inhaled%20THC%20is%2010%25%20to%2035%25.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">concentrate in the bloodstream<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and circulate in plasma and red blood cells. After just a few seconds, post-inhalation THC is present in plasma; peak absorption of cannabinoids is achieved within 6\u201310 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The impact of the cannabinoids creates various responses throughout the body. The cardiovascular system increases heart rate and blood pressure. CB1 and CB2 receptors in the cerebral cortex of the central nervous system then activate with the euphoric high, potential medicinal effects, and impaired memory that cannabinoids like THC provide.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">THC is readily bioavailable in the lungs up to around 35%, and CBD up to 45%. They are soon metabolized by the liver, and metabolites remain in the body (inactively) anywhere from a day and a half to 2 weeks, depending on frequency. Cannabis metabolites are excreted out of the body through urine, but primarily through feces.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40660 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/elsa-olofsson-lwmrYYqklio-unsplash-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"smoking from a bong\" width=\"930\" height=\"620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/elsa-olofsson-lwmrYYqklio-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/elsa-olofsson-lwmrYYqklio-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/elsa-olofsson-lwmrYYqklio-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/elsa-olofsson-lwmrYYqklio-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/elsa-olofsson-lwmrYYqklio-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Breathhold Duration and Response to Marijuana Smoke<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers have conducted several studies determining if holding in cannabis smoke during inhalation affects absorption levels of cannabinoids and the subsequent high.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 1995, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jpet.aspetjournals.org\/article\/S0022-3565(25)24436-6\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">first study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> examined the volume of smoke inhaled by daily cannabis consumers and whether it increased concentrations of THC in plasma levels, leading to a more substantial \u201chigh\u201d for the consumer. Several different concentration levels were examined (30, 60, and 90 mL) and were found to significantly increase plasma THC levels. The resulting high showed an increased heart rate, impaired memory, and increased subjective euphoria.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A second study examined different breathhold durations (0, 10, 20 seconds) of 7 different regular cannabis users as study participants. Each participant inhaled a specific amount of cannabis smoke for either of those durations. Their results found that holding the smoke in for 10 or 20 seconds increased the levels of THC in plasma, but showed no significant observable effect on the \u201csubjective high\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These studies feature smaller sample sizes but open the door to the possibility of more research on the subject. However, the authors note that the methods and results observed lend themselves to dispelling the belief that holding cannabis smoke in longer gets you higher.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Other Health Concerns Related to Holding It In For Too Long<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tar is the unfortunate by-product of inhaling combusted smoke, attaching itself to the lungs of cannabis smokers, the more they <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jamanetworkopen\/fullarticle\/2755855#:~:text=Marijuana%20smoke%20and,important%20health%20implications.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">smoke and hold it in<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Additionally, cannabis and tobacco smoke share carcinogens, toxic gases, reactive oxygen species, and PACs \u2013 so <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/how-to-enjoy-the-benefits-of-cannabis-without-smoking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">other routes are advisable<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Adverse health effects like lung cancer, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema correlate with high levels of tar and toxins like these in the human lungs \u2013 but the overall connection to these diseases and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/cannabis\/health-effects\/lung-health.html#:~:text=refilled%20with%20cannabis).-,Smoked%20cannabis%2C%20regardless%20of%20how%20it%20is%20smoked%2C%20can%20harm%20lung,causes%20shortness%20of%20breath)%20and%20chronic%20obstructive%20pulmonary%20disease%20(COPD).,-RELATED%20PAGES\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cannabis remains unclear<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40661 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/vaping-on-a-beach-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"lady vaping on beach\" width=\"920\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/vaping-on-a-beach-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/vaping-on-a-beach-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/vaping-on-a-beach-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/vaping-on-a-beach-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/vaping-on-a-beach.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 920px) 100vw, 920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers and studies demonstrate that not only does holding your hit in for longer not get you higher, but it\u2019s also potentially harmful to your body \u2013 even Bradley Nowell knew this to be true!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Does Cannabis Get Stronger Over Time?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bioavailability of smoking active cannabinoids depends on the puff volume, which then affects plasma concentration in the body. One study involved test subjects who smoked a full joint, with THC levels peaking just about the time the joint was finished. Researchers determined that about 8 minutes after smoking, THC-plasma concentrations were at their peak.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>How Long Do You Stay High After Smoking Cannabis?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The same researchers concluded that THC-plasma concentration and the subsequent high decrease significantly after about 3\u20134 hours. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/how-long-does-cannabis-high-last\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to sources<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the entire experience can last anywhere from 2 to 8 hours after smoking cannabis on average, depending on experience, metabolism, and dose. Experienced consumers may expect a 1-2 hour duration from an inhaled dose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other inhalation methods like dabbing and edibles can potentially lead to an all-day high that varies in intensity depending on the amount ingested.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Can Breathing In Cannabis Smoke Make You High?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, if you inhale THC cannabis smoke, it will coordinate with the CB1 receptors in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/cannabinoids-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-a-match-made-in-heaven\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your body\u2019s endocannabinoid system<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a result of the activated THC cannabinoids. Smoking CBD or CBG-dominant cannabis does not make you high because they don\u2019t feature psychoactive cannabinoids. These compounds instead increase endocannabinoids and attach to various other receptors (e.g., serotonin, TRP, etc.) responsible for potential medicinal and therapeutic effects without a high.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>What Happens If You Stay High for Too Long?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve all been there, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/too-much-of-a-good-thing-exploring-key-facts-about-greening-out\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">way too high<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and wondering when the effects won\u2019t be so intense. Feelings of anxiety and panic can sometimes ensue, depending on your psychological state and the amount of THC-rich cannabis you consumed. Taking adequate hydration, several deep breaths for a few seconds at a time can help slow your heart rate and blood pressure down, potentially leading to decreased anxiety and tension. Some consumers also report that countering a high THC experience with CBD can help to balance out an overly edgy high.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>How Many Hours Does Cannabis Last?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned, after smoking cannabis, novice consumers may perceive effects lasting anywhere from 3-4 hours or longer, depending on body type and volume of cannabis smoked. People with experience, high tolerances, and frequent or daily use may expect closer to 1\u20133 hours from inhaled routes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For THC edibles, the cannabinoids absorb into fatty tissues after about an hour of ingestion and, depending on body type, last much longer than smoking cannabis.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>READ:<a class=\"sc-keVmGr gFomhY\" href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/how-cannabinoids-flow-through-our-bodies-inhalation-vs-ingestion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How Cannabinoids Flow Through Our Bodies: Inhalation VS Ingestion<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><b>Can Some People Not Get High?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amount of cannabis consumed, along with an individual\u2019s physiology and metabolic functions, typically determines how fast and intensely a person gets high, but they can also determine whether you get high at all.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The same amount of weed can deliver different levels of cannabinoids to different people, creating varied experiences that may also include not getting high at all. Some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/edibles\/ediblocked-cant-get-high-edibles\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">consumers of edibles may also be \u201cediblocked\u201d<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from feeling any type of high as a result of a highly efficient liver enzyme that processes and removes active cannabinoids faster than they can be absorbed into the individual\u2019s blood and brain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cBaby, one breath away, I&#8217;ll find the words to say,\u00a0 I&#8217;ll sit and light the bong, I&#8217;ll hold my hit in real long.\u201d &nbsp; These are the lyrics to \u201cMary\u201d by the band Sublime. Songwriter Bradley Nowell showcases his talent in this classic song, reflecting on the innocence of young love and the youthful naivety&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":107,"featured_media":40662,"parent":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[254,259],"tags":[52,1263,15671,17360,17361,1876,13660,13626,2417,16094,17358,18906,13419,8299,18907,18905,17359,18904,206,222,16059,17028],"class_list":["post-4017","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifestyle","category-research","tag-cannabis","tag-cannabis-education","tag-cannabis-health","tag-cannabis-health-risks","tag-cannabis-myths","tag-cannabis-research","tag-cannabis-safety","tag-cannabis-smoke","tag-cannabis-study","tag-health-risks","tag-holding-in-smoke","tag-holding-smoke","tag-inhalation","tag-lung-health","tag-marijuana-facts","tag-smoking-myths","tag-smoking-risks","tag-smoking-tips","tag-thc","tag-weed","tag-weed-research","tag-weed-study"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.1 (Yoast SEO v26.1.1) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Does Holding In Cannabis Smoke Get You Higher?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Can you get higher by holding in cannabis smoke? 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