Medicinal cannabis can be used in food preparations and recipes to provide relief from many illnesses. Keep reading to learn more about medicinal cannabis and foods, and even some recipes that you might like when consuming medicinal cannabis.

Medicinal Cannabis and Food

The benefit of consuming cannabis in food, rather than smoking it, is that the effects can be more easily controlled since edibles tend to take effect slowly and last longer. Medicinal cannabis recipes are becoming increasingly popular as a holistic approach to managing pain, inflammation, anxiety, depression, and other ailments.

When cooking with medicinal cannabis products, it’s important to consider dosing correctly so you don’t over-medicate. Start with small doses and increase gradually until desired effects are achieved. It’s also essential to understand the differences between various types of cannabis products such as tinctures, oils, waxes, and edibles. Decarboxylation—the process of activating THC—is required for edibles and should always be taken into account when cooking with cannabis.

It’s important to remember that THC is fat-soluble, meaning it needs to be combined with a fatty substance such as butter or oil in order to be absorbed by the body. It’s also essential to understand the potency of your product before adding it to your recipes. Edibles can take up to two hours before they start having an effect, so patience is key.

Cannabis Recipe Examples

Below are some recipe examples for medicinal cannabis

Brownies

The classic cannabis-infused treat. Start by decarboxylating your cannabis with a heat source such as an oven or stovetop. Then, add the desired amount of fat (usually butter or oil) to create a potent mixture. After that, combine it with pre-made batter and other ingredients for a delicious treat!

Cannabis-Infused Drinks

Cannabis can also be infused into drinks such as lemonade, tea or even coffee. To do this, melt your desired amount of fat in a saucepan and mix it with previously decarboxylated cannabis until fully combined. Let the mixture cool down before adding it to your drink of choice and enjoy.

Medicated Gummies

Infusing cannabis into gummy treats is a great way to customize the potency of your edibles. To make medicated gummies, start by decarboxylating the cannabis and mixing it with an oil or fat of choice. Let this mixture cool completely before combining it with gelatin and other ingredients that you would use to make regular gummies. Once your gummies are ready, let them sit in the refrigerator before consuming.

Cannabis Edibles in Australia

In Australia, cannabis-infused edibles are legal for medical purposes only. When cooking with cannabis in Australia, always make sure to start with a decarboxylated product that has been tested and approved by the government. Additionally, it’s important to follow all food safety guidelines when preparing your edibles.

Creating edible treats can be an enjoyable way to consume cannabis products while ensuring accurate dosage and controlling the potency of your doses. Make sure to discuss making medicinal cannabis edibles with your health professional before doing so. Some strains may not be suitable as edibles.