Delta 8: The New and Improved Version of Weed?

Most individuals who dabble in cannabis are usually turned off by the potent reaction it produces.
Choosing the right cannabis product is also made difficult by the sheer number of cannabis products
available. Still, word has spread about how near-perfect a particular blend of cannabis is. This
popular blend of cannabis is called Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol, popularly referred to as delta-8
THC.

Delta-8 THC is one of the over 100 cannabinoids found in Cannabis sativa, the plant species
popularly known as hemp. It is a psychoactive or mind-altering substance that has similar
characteristics to the more popular delta-9 THC. But Delta-8 THC has some very attractive features
that have made it quite popular. 

As you know, people who use cannabis products ‌use them either for recreational purposes or to
assist with pain and discomfort. This is where Delta-8 THC shines. It is an effective cannabis product
that enhances your mood while relieving pain and discomfort without causing wild, trippy effects.
Users who take it report being productive while taking it, as it is less intense than other types of
cannabis products. This claim is backed by a well-conducted survey of Delta-8 THC users who
confirmed this feature. This feature has led to a boom in the search and sale of Delta-8 THC-based
products. The volume of Google searches for Delta-8 grew by a ridiculous 850% in the United States
in just under a year. And Delta-8 THC’s march to claim a significant chunk of the cannabis market
doesn't seem to be slowing down.

Our next step is to dig deeper into Delta-8, including an overview of the following:
 How is Delta-8 different from regular weed?
 Benefits of Using Delta-8 THC
 Potential Risk and Side-Effects of Delta THC
We will also answer some frequently asked questions that users tend to ask about Delta-8.

How is Delta-8 different from normal weed?

The most precise answer to what differentiates Delta-8 from its other well-known cannabis
compound, Delta-9, is its chemical structure. Delta-9 is the compound that is commonly found in
normal weeds. The high or euphoric feeling any user gets after using cannabis is because of these
compounds, and with Delta-9, it is more intense. This difference has made some users refer to Delta-
8 as “diet weed” because of its milder buzz and after effects.

The Benefits of Using Delta-8 THC

Delta-8 borrows the positive experiences of normal weed, like relaxed and euphoric minds, and does
away with the negatives. Research has shown that Delta-8 THC has a milder effect on its users
because of its low potency level. This means users of Delta can potentially go about their day's
activities even when on the drug. Studies have shown that Delta-8 THC can curb anxiety issues, act
as a pain relief medication, and boost appetites too. 
Potential Risk and Side-Effects of Delta-8 THC
There is not a lot of research done on Delta-8 THS’s impact on the body, but a ton of individuals
online have reported side effects like drowsiness, vomiting, increased heart rates, etc. These side
effects tend to vary from user to user. Also, because of the lack of regulation, there isn't a
standardized framework for manufacturing quality checks on most of the Delta-8 products sold. This
opens users to potentially buying harmful, substandard products.

We will wrap up this article by answering some frequently asked questions like:

1. Do you get high when using Delta-8?

Yes! It is still a THC-based compound, so inevitably you will still get high, although it won't be
as intense compared to your regular weed.

2. How long will Delta-8 stay in your system?

Depending on the dosage, Delta-8's effects last 4-6 hours, but it stays in your system for up
to 90 days after metabolizing.

3. Will Delta-8 cause a positive drug test?

Yes. You’d likely get a positive result on a drug test particularly if you are a regular user.

4. How do I get rid of Delta 8 from my system?

The recommended method is to consume a lot of fluids, particularly water. This would dilute
the metabolized Delta-8 compound in your body, and you could expel it via urination.

5. What happens if you take too much Delta-8?

Although Delta-8 is not poisonous, it could have some unwelcome side effects if consumed
in large doses. The most common ones are low heart rates and severe lethargy, so pay
attention to your dosage.