Can You Get a Hangover After Taking Delta-8?

We all know what it feels like the morning after drinking one too many drinks. Like a rite of passage into adulthood, this unpleasant experience is known as a hangover. It's typically defined as the set of symptoms that occur as a consequence of overconsumption of alcohol. 

But we aren’t here to talk about an alcohol-induced hangover. We’re talking about a Delta-8 hangover.

While it isn’t clear whether or not this commonly occurs, what we do know is that THC affects everyone differently. 

If a night enjoying Delta-8 left you feeling tired the next day, our tips below may help you feel better- or at least prevent it from happening again.

Before you run for the hills, the definition of an alcohol-induced hangover isn’t accurate when applied to Delta-8. An alcohol hangover is associated with dehydration, nausea, and a headache. The severity of these symptoms ranges, but it's generally not pleasant. 

However, those who have experienced a Delta-8 hangover have described it as a lingering feeling of grogginess and fatigue. It's not as intense as an alcohol hangover, and generally less intense than a typical "weed hangover." But of course, everyone's experience with Delta-8 will be unique, and will depend on how much Delta-8 was consumed, the method of consumption, and your tolerance. 

A cannabis-related hangover is most likely caused by overconsumption. With Delta-8, this could mean you ate too much of an edible or took too many puffs of a vape.

But there are a range of physiological factors that also affect your experience, such as your:

Overconsumption is a subjective term. There's no "dosage chart" for cannabinoids, as a 25-milligram Delta-8 gummy might be fine for your friend but too much for you.

That's why we suggest starting small and slowly working your way up. It's common for novice enthusiasts to underestimate how much Delta-8 they might need to feel the intended effects. Individuals who consume more than their body is used to will have the possibility of experiencing effects longer than expected.

Taking too much Delta-8 (especially if you’re new to THC) does happen from time to time. It’s worth noting that when this happens, there is not a significant risk of physical danger. Typically, an individual will feel “overwhelmed,” at most, from overconsumption of cannabinoids.

If you find that you consumed too much, we recommend staying occupied until the effects fade over time. Remind yourself that this experience is temporary and will go away on its own.

In the meantime, grab a book, paint, or binge-watch a familiar T.V. Show. Whatever you decide to do, ride the wave until the effects dissipate. If none of this helps, it might be best to take a nap.

If you woke up the next morning still feeling the THC, below are some of our tips to prevent it from happening again. 

What you eat before your session may seem like a small and unrelated detail, but eating before you consume cannabis can make a big difference in many areas of your experience.

Anecdotally spekaing, consuming cannabis on an empty stomach is said to enhance the effects of THC. This means that the effects could kick in faster and be more intense. It could potentially lengthen the duration of these effects, as well. Conversely, eating a meal before you consume cannabis can lessen the intensity of these effects.

Scientifically speaking, however, the effects of a meal on your experience is all depending on what exactly you ate. You see, THC is a lipid-soluble molecule. 

According to clinical studies, eating a meal high in fats or consuming an edible that is emulsified with fats will increase your bioavailability. This means your body will absorb more Delta-8, faster.

Eating before your session may also help you avoid the munchies. We can all agree that food seems to taste the best after sessions with cannabis. But sometimes, your stomach can feel like a never-ending pit. Eating before will help with the speed and longevity of effects and keep you from all those calories from snacking.

Moderation is key. Cannabis products, as enjoyable as they may be, are meant to be used responsibly.

Overindulging leaves room for effects to stay longer than expected, which may put a damper on the next day. So, just stick to the low-and-slow approach and you'll be able to enjoy your experience every time. 

We are sure that this isn’t the first time you’ve been told to drink your water. But seriously, drinking water and staying hydrated will benefit many different aspects of your life, especially with cannabis. If you don't want THC to linger in your system, you have to aid the process by drinking plenty of fluids. This may also help combat and prevent any dry mouth as well. 

Before, during, and after each session, have water within reach. 

No one likes to enter a ride they didn’t expect, which is why it is critical to start small if you aren’t familiar with how your body will respond to Delta-8.

By starting small, you can always add more later on after assessing how you feel.

Keep in mind, if you do use a small amount first, wait an appropriate amount of time before reaching for more.

We hope our tips will be of use for your adventures with Delta-8. Until next time, happy exploring, and mind your mind.

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