Many enthusiasts have heard about the entourage effect, a theory that the different compounds in cannabis, including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids, work together in the human body to deliver a uniquely synergistic experience. 

Well, in addition to the synergies between various cannabinoids, there are also foods that that pair nicely when consumed with THC. Anectodal accounts and scientific studies alike suggest that these pairings are able to deliver an elevated experience. So, without further ado, here are some you might want to try for your next session. 

Omega-3s are a type of polyunsaturated fatty acid found in certain foods, like avocados, salmon, and olive oil. They are often called "healthy fats," as they offer notable benefits to your health. For one, they're a great energy source that helps keep your cardiovascular, respiratory, and immune systems functioning. Plus, they're a vital components to cell walls, lower blood pressure, and increase "good cholesterol" levels.

That's all great, but did you know that the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign found that a whole bunch of chemical reactions in your body convert these power-houses into endocannabinoids? 

Ok, so your body has this system of receptors and chemical messengers called the endocannabinoid system, or ECS for short. It helps regulate vital functions such as memory, appetite, sleep, temperature, and emotional processing, to name a few. 

Endocannabinoids are the chemical messengers that help this whole system work, interacting with the CB1 and CB2 receptors throughout the ECS. The reason why THC, CBD, HHC, and other cannabis compounds- known technically as phytocannabinoids- can interact with this system is that their chemical structures are strikingly similar to endocannabinoids. 

For example, THC is almost identical to anandamide, a fatty acid neurotransmitter. The binding of anandamide (or THC) to your ECS receptors affects your brain's reward system and results in that blissful, euphoric feeling people now associate with cannabis.

So if you're looking for an extra boost to your ECS during your next session, consuming foods rich in Omega-3 may help. 

"But which foods contain omega-3s?" 

Speak no more. 

Or maybe...you can eat some peanut butter instead. You do you. 

There are no doubt more foods out there that have the potential to enhance your experience with cannabis. This list only scratches the surface!

However, the important thing to remember is that everyone's endocannabinoid system is different. So, the degree to which an individual will enjoy the synergistic effects between certain foods and THC will vary.

Still, these hacks are definitely worth a try. If nothing else, you'll have added some insanely nutrient-dense foods to your diet. We all need a reason to eat more broccoli and healthy fats, right?

Until next time, happy exploring and Mind Your Mind. 

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