I’m new to THC, what is the best dose for me?

If you ask someone if they have used THC before, a lot of people will say, “well I had an edible once and it was really strong and I’ve never done it again.” 

With the rise of THC beverages and non-alcoholic culture, more and more people are trying THC as a replacement for alcohol or smoking. That means there are a lot of people who have never tried THC, or maybe tried it once, are using it again. At AstroBliss, we always say less is more, you can always take more, but you can’t take less. However, everyone's tolerance is different. Less THC for one person could actually be a huge dose for a different person. So what’s the right dose for someone who is new to THC? Let’s break it down. 

There are 3 types of cannabis users, newbies, occasional users, and experienced users. 

Newbies 

Newbies are people who have never used THC or have only used THC a few times. People considered newbies should limit their initial doses to 2-5mg of THC at a time. This is a good starter dose for most people, but depending on a variety of factors including an individual's food/water intake, some people will need more or less to feel the effects. Always remember to start small and if you are a newbie and taking AstroBliss for the first time, we recommend drinking it at home or in an environment where you will feel comfortable. 

Occasional Users 

Occasional users can be classified as people who have used before and use on a biweekly or monthly basis. Occasional users understand the effects of THC on their body, but they don’t use it enough to consume a large dose. Occasional users should start with 5-10mg and then wait at least 30-45min before taking more. Even though occasional users understand the effects of THC on their body a bit more than newbies, occasional users still should monitor how they are feeling after taking a dose. 

Experienced Users 

Experienced users are people who use THC multiple times per week or on a daily basis. Experienced users understand the way their body responds to THC. Usually experienced users can take more of a dosage as they have developed a tolerance to the cannabinoids. Experienced users can start with 15-20mg and then monitor how their body feels before taking more. 

Dosage can vary from person to person, depending on factors including, medical conditions, food/water intake, or stress. Always make sure you are starting with less, you can always take more if you need to. This ensures that you can find the right dosage for you so that you can experience the positive effects from THC and the hemp plant.