Cannabis Edibles 101: Dosing, Timing, and Michigan Regulations

What counts as an edible

• Gummies and candies: Easy to dose and the most popular first pick
• Chocolate: Often scored into small squares
• Baked goods: Brownies and cookies
• Beverages: Sodas and teas
• Mints and lozenges: Small, discreet doses
• Savory snacks: Chips and other bites

Play, Olswell's everyday brand, makes gummies, and Play is carried at every Olswell store. Check the edibles category on the live menu for what each store has right now.

Michigan edible rules

• 10 mg of THC per serving at most
• Package totals vary (a gummy pack can carry up to 200 mg in total), so read both numbers on the label
• Child-resistant packaging
• A label with THC and CBD content, warnings, and batch information
• State lab testing before it reaches the shelf

Every edible you buy at a licensed store has a labeled dose. That is the main reason to buy from one.

How long do edibles take to work?

Most people feel edibles between 45 minutes and 3 hours after eating one, with one to two hours the most common. The effects usually last four to eight hours, sometimes longer. Whether you have eaten, your metabolism, and the product itself all change the timing, so wait at least two hours before taking more.

Edibles take longer than smoking because they go through digestion and the liver first. The liver turns THC into a form called 11-hydroxy-THC, which many people describe as stronger and longer-lasting than inhaled THC.

How much should I take?

Start with 2.5 to 5 mg of THC if you are new to edibles, or 5 to 10 mg if you already use cannabis but have not tried edibles. Wait at least two hours before taking more. Going above 10 mg is for people with an established tolerance.

The mistake to avoid is taking a second dose because you feel nothing yet. When both doses peak together, it can be much more than you planned. Edible THC does not feel the same as smoked THC, so write down what worked and use that as your number.

How edibles feel compared with smoking

Many people describe edible effects as more body-focused, longer, and more gradual, with less of a sharp peak. Some people find them heavier at higher doses. Others prefer them because there is no smoke. The only way to know which camp you are in is to try a low dose and pay attention.

Using edibles safely

• Pick your setting. Plan to be somewhere comfortable for four to eight hours.
• Do not drive. Edibles can impair driving for hours, and it varies by person.
• Keep them away from kids and pets. Store them in the child-resistant package, out of reach.
• Do not mix with alcohol. Together they can make the experience harder to predict.
• Drink water and eat something. It is a small thing that makes a big difference.
• Label anything you make at home with the THC content and ingredients.

Edibles at Olswell

Open the edibles category on your store's live menu and order for pickup: Adrian, Grand Rapids, Traverse City, or Kalkaska. Inventory rotates by store. Orders are held until the end of the business day, payment is cash only with an ATM on-site, and you need a valid 21+ ID.

First-time customers get a quarter off their first visit, and Happy Hour takes 20% off the whole shop at Adrian, Traverse City, and Kalkaska on each store's own window. See the Happy Hour guide. For other formats, read the cannabis products guide.

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Sources: Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency.

Medical Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Cannabis products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult with a healthcare provider before use.

Age Disclaimer: For adults 21 and older only. Must present valid government-issued photo ID. Please consume responsibly.