Cannabis can be effective at managing stress, sleep, nausea, and pain, and chocolate is a mineral rich food that contains methylxanthines, theobromine, and caffeine, which can have positive effects on mood and cognition.
In addition to the flavor profile and sweet satisfaction chocolate provides, cannabis and chocolate are a perfect chemical pairing too, releasing anandamide in our bodies when we consume them.
Editor’s Note: The following recipe is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Getting the right dose takes some practice and will vary based on the individual, and the symptom being treated.
Typically, cannabinoids have the most potent effects 4-6 hours after use, with benefits of symptom reduction lasting for up to 24-hours after a single dose.
Acute symptoms will require different treatment than chronic symptoms. Before you introduce cannabis into your routine, speak with your physician.
To prevent feeling over-medicated, it is best to wait at least 6 hours after your last dose before enjoying another dose.
Kathryn is also the founder of a lifestyle medicine center and urban farm in Portland, Oregon, and a cannabis collective and coaching practice in Washington, DC.